Adriana began playing Piano as a 13 year old. She went on to study music throughout school and after high school went on to study a Masters Degree in Music in Romania.

Commencing teaching in 2004, Adriana is well versed in teaching students of all levels and all ages.

Adriana's personal taste in music covers both classical and gospel music.

Ainsley has been playing piano since age 4. He studied classical piano through the AMEB grades, and also studied composition when learning through the Yamaha Music Foundation.

At some point during his classical studies, Ainsley was introduced to Jazz. At 19 he began studying Jazz improvisation at NMIT, then went on to complete a Bachelor of Music Performance at the Victorian College of the Arts learning from Tim Stevens and Andrea Keller.

Ainsley currently plays with 'gangster swing band' Frankie Wants Out, which has just released an album and completed its second East Coast tour of Australia. He also plays with funk/pop group Groove Child and has his own quartet that plays his own original jazz music. He gigs with these bands at venues such as The Blue Diamond, The Espy, The Evelyn, The Corner Hotel, Manchester Lane, Bar 303 & Spencers Live.

With an Advanced Diploma of Music Performance at NMIT in Greensborough and 6 years teaching under his belt, Brett is currently performing four nights a week with pop/rock outfit Stellar at leading venues around Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Charlie has played drums & percussion for most of his life. He enjoys playing rock, blues & jazz, however he is also very familiar with all styles of music, having been teaching for 20 years.

Charlie can often be found gigging around Melbourne's pubs and clubs!

Daniel has been teaching for the past three years and has recently completed a Bachelor of Applied Music in Performance at Box Hill Institute.

He has been performing regularly at iconic Melbourne venues including the Espy, the Hi Fi Bar, Revolver and Crown in his rock/metal/blues outfit, Missfire.

Daniel plays both acoustic and electric guitar and his styles vary from rock, blues to folk. Daniel is a regular on the live music scene playing at some of Melbourne's leading pubs and clubs.

With an Advanced Diploma in Music (NMIT) to his credit, Daniel has been teaching at Greensborough's Academy for four years.

Domenic has been a performing artist for 8 years being versatile in all styles, making a lifestyle of teaching guitar and performing music.

He has completed an Advanced Diploma of music at NMIT, Bachelor of music in music industry at RMIT and a Bachelor of music performance at the Victorian College of the Arts.

During Domenic's study's, he became intrigued and passionate about Jazz and improvised music. He currently composes music for his own original jazz trio and performs regularly around Melbourne music venues such as 303 Bar, the Paris Cat, Bennett's Lane, Veludos, Fire station Café and the NGV. He also performs in original swing band Frankie Wants Out and original Groove band Groove Child, performing at Manchester Lane, the Blue Diamond, Evelyn Hotel, the Espy.

He has spent time performing along the East Coast of Australia and at festivals including the Wangaratta Jazz Festival, Queenscliff Music Festival and the Warandyte Music Festival, and has appeared on live television including the Kerry-Anne Show, the Today show and Better Homes and Gardens.

Domenic has been teaching guitar for 5 years, specializing in Jazz/Blues improvising. His studies and musical experiences keep him update with modern trends and versatility of all styles. (Jazz, Blues, Rock, Funk, Classical)

At 24, John "JC" Collins is regarded as one of the most promising up and coming contemporary bass players in Melbourne. He has performed and toured with many renowned musicians, producers and international bands including Gyroscope, Rufio (USA), 28Days and has been a member of AshadeApart, Rise Above and most recently performed with New-Jersey rapper Bukk City on the Melbourne leg of his international.

JC holds an Advanced Diploma in Music Performance in contemporary and jazz styles and is currently completing his music performance degree at the prominent Box Hill Institute in Melbourne. Collins has been teaching bass for over 3 years. He gladly passes on to his students his love and experience with all styles of contemporary and jazz music including rock, funk, latin, metal, pop and reggae. He is a great role model in assisting each student reach their personal goals they set for themselves when learning the bass guitar.

Singer Katie Weston is regarded as one of the most versatile up and coming contemporary vocalists in Melbourne. Her professional career spans nearly 15 years and has seen her take the stage, studio and screen with many renowned names and talents in the industry. She has also had the satisfaction of releasing her debut single This Is What I Really Want.

Katie is also a sought after singing coach, specialising in contemporary rock and pop vocals as well as musical theatre, R&B, jazz improvisation and group performing arts. She has experience in teaching vocals to students both young and old, beginner to advanced.

Having studied acting, musical theatre and film production, Katie holds an Advanced Diploma in Music Performance as a contemporary vocalist and is currently concluding her music studies in Commercial Composition at the prestigious Victorian College of the Arts.

Katie is widely respected for her experience in the Australian entertainment scene - as a multitalented vocalist, musician, songwriter, performer, teacher and recording artist.

A new addition to the Billy Hyde Academy, Kevin has been a musician for almost twenty years and has many years experience in teaching guitar lessons of all styles to all ages.

Having first picked up a battered old guitar at age eight or nine, Kevin recalls that while his friends were all playing video games, he would curiously twang and pluck at the guitar for hours just to amuse himself, discovering new and interesting sounds.

A blues guitarist and songwriter at heart, Kevin has had the opportunity to work with some brilliant musicians across all genres from jazz & blues to rock.

His teaching methods are simple - 'praise, humour, enthusiasm & patience'.
Kevin's moto: "MUSIC IS AN ART, TEACHING IS MY PLEASURE"

Melbourne based guitarist/teacher Liz Sedman has been playing in bands since she was 15 years old and has studied privately with some of Melbourne's best. She has played around Australia and enjoys a mixed bag of styles. Liz has been teaching for 6 years. She teaches guitar and slide guitar for beginners (lap and bottleneck styles) and teaches in a wide variety of styles from acoustic fingerstyle to rock.

Liz's love of music and constant curiosity keeps her learning till she drops.

Luciano began his reckless drum bashing at the age 12. Over the years Luciano has learnt from great Melbourne music scene players such as Daniel Luttick and Gerry Pantazis, as well as picking up a few tricks from his idols Aquiles Priester, Mike Portnoy, Jason Bittner and many more.

Luciano has drummed for Melodic Metal band Teargas, and in 2007 was fortunate enough to score the live drumming gig for the Stevie Rachelle, lead singer of 80's American glam metal band Tuff.

As of April 2008, Luciano became live session drummer for Glam/Shock rockers The Deadthings along with becoming the live session drummer for Singer, Songwriter, Guitarist and good friend Gary Trovato (Ex Supercharger).

In 2009, Luciano formed his new melodic rock band Angel Down who have been developing a new album and performing extensively.

Luciano recently completed his Advanced Diploma in Music Performance at NMIT and is studying a Bachelor of Arts in Music Industry at RMIT.

Luke has been teaching both acoustic and electric guitar for 5 years and has studied with the likes of Gary Stafford, Jack Pantazis, Lucas Michailidis, Doug Devries and Geoff Hughes.

Having completed his Advanced Diploma of Music Performance (Jazz and Contemporary) NMIT and a Bachelor of Arts (Music) RMIT, Luke is currently undertaking his second degree in a Bachelor of Australian Popular Music Performance at NMIT.

A regular performer at venues such as the Cape Lounge, the Espy, Ruby's Lounge, the Blue Diamond, The Paris Cat & Bar 303, Luke also performs at many corporate functions.

With a diverse skill set ranging in genres from Rock, Blues, Jazz, Fusion and Shred, Luke has a comprehensive understanding of Brazilian and finger style guitar such as Choro, Samba and Bossa Nova, as well as traditional classical guitar.

With a vast understanding of music theory, Luke will teaches students how to apply what seemingly are academic concepts (theory) into real life situations (composition and improvisation) in an inspiring manor. AMEB theory and practical exams are also catered for along with VCE syllabus for contemporary guitar.

Rob has been playing guitar for eighteen years. His influences and musical passions cover a wide range of styles and instruments. While maintaining a focus on styles relating to his current band work, Rob dabbles in everything from Antonio Lauro to Bloodduster, Miles Davis to Van Halen, Tool to Charlie Hunter, Ry Cooder to Smashing Pumpkins. The list goes on…!

Rob has played, written and performed with a wide variety of rock, blues, acoustic, jazz, funk and metal bands playing guitar, bass, banjo, ruan and liuqin exploring repertoires of both originals and covers. Some of these groups have included Boogie Chillun with Ash Grunwald, Freeeze, Chairmen of the Bored, Big Johnnie and the Moneyshots.

He has also been a live session musician for the likes of Dan Hall (Taxiride), Anthony Dorkins (Sneak) and Roger McLaughlin (Little River Band).

His current bands include two AC-Dc tribute shows; 'AC-DShe' (on bass) and 'Tattoed Angus' (lead guitar), and original projects; 'Lisa Spykers Band' (blues-soul), 'Tall Order' (a recently signed pop-rock outfit), 'Wren' (roots based world/acoustic music) and 'Garagee' (solo multi-instrumental world/electronica).

He completed an advanced diploma of music (Contemporary) at Box Hill Institute College of Music and went on to complete a Bachelor of Teaching at Melbourne Uni. , majoring in secondary level classroom music and instrumental guitar teaching.

Rob has coached dozens of VCE students through their coursework, some of whom have been accepted to and/or continued on to tertiary studies and subsequent employment in the areas of music performance, sound production and music education.

Rob has been a member of the teaching staff at the Billy Hyde Greensborough Academy since 1997.

Robert has been playing guitar for 12 years, having started at age 13, He has been teaching ever since finishing school in 2002. Studying music at NMIT, he is currently still a student (though not of music) at the University of Melbourne. He enjoys both playing and teaching music in all its many forms, and dreads the inevitable question "what kind of music do you play?" His response: "Why in the world would I ever want to have to choose"?

BergR started playing drums in school bands around the age of 15 and went on to study under the guidance of well respected industry leaders Frank Corniola, Tony Floyd & Dave Sanders.

Currently based in Melbourne, he has been writing, recording & touring the Australian landscape with various acts for the previous three yrs. (Symbiosis).

During his time with Symbiosis, BergR has warmed the stage for an impressive list of top acts including The Cat Empire, Hoodoo Gurus & Resin Dogs. He has played at major Australian Music Festivals, such as Pyramid & Woodford, headlined numerous national tours and can be seen round town at well known venues such as the Espy, Corner Hotel.

Some career highlights for BergR include playing for Al Gore and his Climate Change delegates at the Victorian State Library, to rocking large and small scale gigs, and donating time to charity's such as Make Poverty History.

He maintains a busy teaching schedule at both Billy Hyde Greensborough & Somerton Academies and is consistently involved in gigs and recording sessions.

Scott began playing drums in 2001 at age 14 and is currently in his third year of a Degree in Musical Performance at Box Hill Institute. In 2005 Scott competed in the Billy Hyde national playoff, receiving 3rd place in the 16-18 years category and then achieved the same feat in the open age division the following year. He has studied with many Australian drumming greats including Tony Floyd, Robi Parolin, John Corniola and Daniel Luttick.

Scott has been fortunate enough to play in many stylistically contrasting bands ranging from jazz, fusion, pop, rock and metal with different bands across many venues in Melbourne, Sydney, Queensland & New Zealand. His original bands have played alongside many popular Australian acts such as The Getaway Plan, Kiss Chasey, Something with Numbers and also international Act Closure In Moscow.

Scott has been performing in a number of bands locally and nationally since 1999.
With an Advanced Diploma Music Performance (NMIT), Scott has eight years teaching experience in teaching both guitar and bass guitar.

Scott teaches a complete understanding of the instrument including techniques, tone and time. He believes anyone can play at a professional level with the same quality of tone and finesse as the greats. All you need is the want, the drive and the perseverance/ patience.

Scott will assist you build the tools YOU need to play what YOU want.
His moto: "I don't teach songs, I teach the art of guitar and bass guitar".

Scott began bass lessons as a 15 year old and went on to become influenced by great players such as Jaco Pastorius, Marcus Miller and Stanley Clarke.

After receiving high grades in VCE Music, he went on to complete an Advanced Certificate in Music (Jazz/Pop) at Box Hill TAFE. During this time he was tutored by some great teachers such as Jeremy Alsop, Craig Newman and Neil Kennedy.

Scott enjoys playing all types of music including jazz & funk, rock, blues & roots and even classical.

As a professional musician for the past fifteen years, Scott has performed alongside artists including Gary Pinto (CDB, many TV appearances), Natalie Gauci (Aus. Idol), Gavin DeGraw (International Artist), Lisa Edwards (Farnham Band), Adam Thompson (Chocolate Starfish) and Tim Watson (Taxi Ride), Coby Grant, The Sleepy Sundays & Borne.

Steve has been involved with creating and performing music since his early primary school years and has been a member of community choirs, orchestras, school jazz and stage bands and numerous cover bands.

Having completed an Advanced Diploma in Music Performance (Jazz & Contemporary) at Greensborough NMIT, Steve has been teaching guitar, bass guitar & trumpet for the past 9 years.

He has studied and performed many styles of music including jazz, R&B, latin, pop, rock and classical to name a few and is currently performing in Melbourne based cover bands 'Blush' and 'Relay' for corporate functions, weddings & special events.

He also writes & records original music at his home studio.

Tim Burnham is one of the Melbourne music scenes more colourful characters. Known for his "tuff" drumming style and dedication to playing any style in the most authentic way, he is sought by Melbourne's top musicians. Drumming from the age of ten, he grew up playing big band swing, brass band snare drumming, funk and heavy metal. This combination of styles gave him excellent technique, theoretical knowledge and a mature understanding of the drum kit. With these skills he went on to score an A+ on his VCE exam, entered into Box Hill Institute of TAFE and was runner up in the Australian up and coming drummer competition in 99 & 2000.

Following his studies at Box Hill, Tim formed the versatile acid jazz combo "The Genuine Artkle". This band was soon working every night featuring a two year stint at the swanky Melbourne Club, The Purple Emerald. It was soon after that Tim joined blues showman and ARIA Award winning Ash Grunwald. Joining Ash's band gave Tim the opportunity to become the house drummer for the Espy 'jam night' - a true rock 'n roll experience!

Tim has played with the likes of Lloyd Spiegel, Ash Grunwald, Jimi "the human" Hocking, Chris Wilson, Sweet Felicia and the honeytones, Miss Dorothy & his fools in love and many more.

These days, aside from teaching at Billy Hyde Academy Greensborough, Tim is exploring his passion for recording in his humble home studio and writing with his original bands. Both these bands are very high energy and are an excellent vessel for Tim to demonstrate his amazing ability to entertain and "Rock Out"!!!

Thea has played violin since the age of 5. She started with the traditional method of Suzuki but progressed to AMEB exams to experience both techniques. Thea enjoys playing concertos written in the Baroq period with her favourite composers being Bach and Vivaldi.
Thea has performed in several concerts at Melbourne Arts Centre in Hamer Hall, in an orchestra and as a soloist. She attended Ivanhoe Grammar School throughout her high school years and had the privilige of studying music with various influences, and took part in many orchestras, symphonic band and a violin quartet. She has completed exams up to Grade 8 with the Australian Music Examination Board and has been teaching violin since 2006 to students of all ages and musical backgrounds.

Yan has been playing piano since was four years old. What started out as a fascination gradually became a passion as she grew older. Throughout the years Yan has studied with a number of different teachers. As each of them had a different leaning towards a particular style of music, this consequently influenced her appreciation of the diversity of music.

Yan enjoys playing jazz, pop, rock and blues, but her favourite is good old classical music. She has performed at numerous concerts both as a solo artist and as an accompanist, as well as the occasional fill-ins for keys at band gigs.

Having taught at Billy Hyde Academy for the past three years, Yan finds great reward in having the opportunity to pass her passion for music on to her students while also learning a great deal of things in return.