MICHAEL MOFFIT
Michael is a talented player and an enthusiastic teacher with over 28 years of teaching experience behind him. He started learning at the iconic Sydney Nicholson’s music shop and then studied with various teachers including the legendary George Golla. Michael recalls;
“I remember being fascinated by music from a very young age;, it would stick in my head, But it was probably some of the early Beatle’s guitar riffs that made me want to learn the guitar”
Across his career Michael has played in club bands; worked as an MD for club gigs; toured with a Kenny Rogers tribute band; and done solo/duo jazz and classical work at weddings and functions.
When teaching, Michael often plays with the students to assist in developing with their tempo and timing. He definitely recommends they learn to read music as not everything comes in tablature form. However, students are encouraged to use their ear as a final guide. Michael takes advantage of teaching material that include accompanying CDs as these inspire students and add to their playing experience.
Why the guitar?
“I love that the guitar can be used to play single melodic lines or complex chord and rhythmic patterns. The sound of the guitar is very appealing to me”
“I remember being fascinated by music from a very young age;, it would stick in my head, But it was probably some of the early Beatle’s guitar riffs that made me want to learn the guitar”
Across his career Michael has played in club bands; worked as an MD for club gigs; toured with a Kenny Rogers tribute band; and done solo/duo jazz and classical work at weddings and functions.
When teaching, Michael often plays with the students to assist in developing with their tempo and timing. He definitely recommends they learn to read music as not everything comes in tablature form. However, students are encouraged to use their ear as a final guide. Michael takes advantage of teaching material that include accompanying CDs as these inspire students and add to their playing experience.
Why the guitar?
“I love that the guitar can be used to play single melodic lines or complex chord and rhythmic patterns. The sound of the guitar is very appealing to me”
The sound of the guitar is very appealing to me”
Michael
On a broader level Michael believes that:
“Learning a musical instrument activates areas of the brain that help students study all kinds of topics. Also, music is the universal language!”
Michael teaches all styles from classical, through to jazz, rock and blues and you can catch him at Engadine Music Education Centre 5 days a week. He is happy to take students privately or as a shared lesson.
For info on available spots, please call Marie on 9520 3044 or email: marie@engadinemusic.com
“Learning a musical instrument activates areas of the brain that help students study all kinds of topics. Also, music is the universal language!”
Michael teaches all styles from classical, through to jazz, rock and blues and you can catch him at Engadine Music Education Centre 5 days a week. He is happy to take students privately or as a shared lesson.
For info on available spots, please call Marie on 9520 3044 or email: marie@engadinemusic.com
