About

Our story

Welcome to Music Makers Academy – where music is more than just a subject; it's a path to confidence, growth, and joy.

Located in Joondalup, we offer specialised music lessons in harp, piano, guitar, violin, and flute/piccolo for children, teens, and adults. But what truly sets us apart is what your family will gain from the experience.

When you join Music Makers Academy, you’re not just signing up for music lessons – you're investing in values that shape resilient, passionate, and capable individuals.

Here’s what our students receive every time they walk through our doors:

Commitment

We’re committed to your child’s progress and help them build the same habit of showing up, even when it's hard. Because progress follows consistency.

Excellence

Through high expectations and guided practice, students experience the pride of performing at their best. They learn that excellence isn't about being perfect—it's about always improving.

Professionalism

Our programs are thoughtfully designed and professionally delivered. We communicate clearly, prepare thoroughly, and care deeply about each student’s journey.

Joy

Whether it's nailing a new piece, playing in a concert, or simply discovering a new sound, students experience the deep joy that comes from dedication and discovery.

Hi, I’m Eliza – Director and Founder of Music Makers Academy

As a lifelong musician, I’ve come to realise that music offers far more than just technical skills. The lessons I learned through music—persistence, patience, and the pursuit of excellence—shaped who I am today. And now, that’s what we offer our students every week.

The pursuit of excellence isn’t always easy. It takes time, grit, and a willingness to keep going even when progress feels slow. But the reward? Inner confidence, a sense of pride, and the joyful realisation: “I did it.”

That’s what we’re here to help our students find.

Looking to inspire your child?

Meet five students who have found confidence, resilience, and joy through music.

Does your child dream of playing music—or need a spark to start?

Watch how parents/our students are discovering new passions, building confidence, and performing with purpose.

Meet the team

  • Eliza is a professional pianist and harpist and the founder and director of Music Makers Academy.

    Eliza has done music since the age of 4 years old. She was a scholarship student in the music program at Churchlands Senior High School. From there she went to study a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Music and specialising in harp.

    She has worked as a freelance musician for many years and has played with the Perth Symphony Orchestra and the West Australian Philharmonic Orchestra.

    Eliza started teaching in 2015 and has since grown her music school to what it is now. She loves all things business and she actually is always working, even in her spare time. Her few other interests include singing in choirs, reading, writing and playing tennis.

  • Jazz pianist Flavio Colonetti is in his fourth year of the Honours program at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). He graduated ATAR Music Dux from Churchlands Senior High School and, in 2022, performed with his jazz trio at the Perth Concert Hall for the Performing Arts Perspectives event. In 2024, he was awarded the Greg Benjamin Music Excellence Scholarship. Today, Flavio performs regularly across Perth’s music scene.

  • Amado Guerra is guitar tutor with over 14 years of experience teaching both children and adults. Amado has been involved in heavy metal and traditional Latin American music projects and has extensive experience in genres such as Rock, Classical, Blues, and Heavy Metal. His pedagogical approach focuses on tailoring lessons to the individual needs of each student, using innovative methods to foster a positive and collaborative learning environment. He is committed to developing his students’ technical, theoretical, and auditory skills while encouraging their creativity and personal expression through the guitar.

  • Jensen is a dedicated flute and piccolo teacher currently studying a Bachelor of Music at the University of Western Australia. With a strong background in solo and ensemble performance, he brings both technical expertise and a passion for teaching to every lesson. Jensen is committed to helping students achieve their musical goals, tailoring lessons to suit individual needs while fostering creativity and confidence. His approach combines professionalism with a genuine love for music, inspiring students to develop their skills and enjoy the journey of learning.

  • Nathaniel has been playing guitar for 9 years. Although he originally learned classical, he also enjoys playing a variety of styles, with a particular interest in fingerstyle, and rock. Learning guitar sparked his love for music, and has taken him far into the realms of composition, arranging, and audio production. Nathaniel originally had been playing the ukulele and after seeing his dad play guitar so much, decided to pick it up in primary school, and not a day goes by he doesn’t regret that decision.

  • Trevor Davy is a seasoned vocalist and educator with a career spanning five decades. He has collaborated with renowned artists such as Stevie Wonder, the George Benson Band, and the Tina Turner Band, and was slated to provide backing vocals for John Farnham. Specializing in the mechanics of voice, Trevor focuses on how the voice functions, enabling students to concentrate on lyrical interpretation and infuse their personal experiences into their performances. With 25 years of teaching experience, he offers a unique perspective on harmony, structure, dynamics, and expression. Trevor has taught at major schools across Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and New South Wales, and has performed throughout Australia and internationally.

  • Charlie is a violin and piano teacher, inspired by her mother, a professional pianist and teacher. She picked up piano at the age of 4 and soon after violin, which became her primary instrument throughout her school years. She has performed in a variety of settings, including string orchestras, musicals, solos, and chamber ensembles, with a strong foundation in classical music. In recent years, she has expanded her musical interests to include jazz and indie styles. Charlie is passionate about the impact music has, with a strong belief that music is a fundamental part of  a child’s journey in growing up. She strives to help guide her students in reaching their full potential, fostering their creativity and helping them develop technical mastery.