Biography

DEBRA GRIFFITH. A.Mus.A., CertMusT. (USQ)
Teacher of Piano, Musicianship and Theory

Debra Griffith is an innovative teacher who offers tuition in piano, musicianship and theory from beginner to advanced levels in a modern studio environment.

Debra's Philosophy on music teaching is based on a number of areas, some personal and some that are influenced by other well respected music educators.

Debra uses Dalcroze and Orff teaching methods to help students internalize concepts such a rhythm, pitch and musical awareness.

She attends professional development seminars regularly so she can pass on new ideas on teaching techniques and the latest repertoire.

Students are encouraged to present for examinations conducted by the AMEB, but are not pressured to do so.

The Examination system is helpful in that it develops a disciplined approach to music study. The same can be said for Eisteddfods. Debra believes that every student is an individual and therefore determines whether they want to play for pleasure, have the challenge of performing in an Eisteddfod or prepare for examination. The student will be supported in what they want to achieve.

Beginners are welcome in her studio and parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's practice and aural homework.

Debra's most recent studies (year 2000) were at the University of Southern Queensland where she passed with distinctions in her Certificate of Music Teaching.

She is accredited with the Music Teachers' Association of N.S.W. and is confident in teaching students of all ages and flexible in meeting student's needs.