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 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.

A young woman with long straight hair, smiling, wearing a black floral top with cut-out shoulders and silver earrings against a plain white background. Eliza Bourgault Du Coudray - Director of Music Makers Academy

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

Young woman playing a harp in front of red curtains. Eliza Bourgault Du Coudray - Director of Music Makers Academy

  • 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.

Young man with glasses holding a flute, standing in front of a mirror in a room with flowers.

  • 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.

A young man with short light brown hair, smiling, wearing a black shirt and a silver necklace with a heart-shaped pendant. Nathaniel - Guitar tutor

  • 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.

A young woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a red sweater over a red collared shirt, standing against a plain cream wall. Charlie - Piano/violin tutor

  • 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.