Billy Hyde Academy

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Your journey has just started

Not only does Billy Hyde Music offer you the biggest range and best prices on musical instruments & accessories, we actively seek out ways to provide you with educational material, workshops and initiatives that are designed to support you as you hone your music skills.

Whether you are a beginner or professional musician, these programs are sure to help you get to the skill level you dream of!

Helping Hand

Don't forget the Hyde's Helping Hand sessions which are held every Saturday.

Video

Click below to view a variety of demos and educational videos covering Drums, Guitars, Recording and much more.

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Daniel Lanois on Planet Waves
Daniel Lanois On Planet Waves

Planet Waves - SOS tuner demo
SOS Tuner Demo

Planet Waves - Marc Schonbrun humidipak lesson
Marc Schonbrun Humidipak Lesson

Planet Waves - Marc Schonbrun dual action capo lesson
Marc Schonbrun Dual Action Capo Lesson

Planet Waves - Marc Schonbrun CTM lesson
Marc Schonbrun CTM Lesson

Planet Waves - Interview with Jordan Rudess - Dream Theater - Part 2
An Interview With Jordan Rudess Of Dream Theater Part 2

Planet Waves - Interview with Jordan Rudess - Dream Theater - Part 1

Planet Waves - How to make a solderless cable
How To Make A Solderless Cable

Planet Waves - Bob Taylor on humidipak
Bob Taylor On Humidipak

Planet Waves - A visit to Jordan Rudess' home studio
A Visit To Jordan Rudess' Home Studio

Pearl - Terence Higgins on the Demon Drive
Terence Higgins (Dirty Dozen Brass Band/Swampgrease) gives a Heavenly Smooth demonstration of the NEW Eliminator Demon Drive Pedal...

Pearl - Reference video
Dennis Chambers, Omar Hakim, and Morgan Rose introduce the Reference Series.

Pearl - Nate Morton - Vision Series
Nate & The Bonnie Hunt Show Band during a commercial break. "At the end we're trading fours & I quickly run out of ideas, so it gets a little silly. Hitting stuff is a fun job!"

Pearl - Eliminator Demon Drive demo
The Fastest, Smoothest, most versatile pedal in the world. A bass pedal system so advanced, so well engineered that it becomes an extension of your body.

Pearl - Sam Loeffler interview
Pearl Drums sat down with Chevelle's Sam Loeffler to talk about their current CD Vena Sera, Masterworks in the studio, and you'll get an early look at his new Masters Premium drum!

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What the pros say

Keep some variety in your practice, in order to avoid getting into a rut and getting burned out. No matter how cool something is, we all have a burn-out threshold. - Steve Vai

Billy Hyde Academy

Some people believe you are either born with a musical talent or not. The truth is that everyone can achieve on a musical instrument with the right guidance.

At the Billy Hyde Academy we offer lessons in a range of instruments and styles. Whether you are learning for fun or to achieve a serious skill level, we have an option to suit you, at very competitive prices.

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'How-To' Guides

In addition to our instore workshops and learning programs,
our 'How To' Guides will give you instant tips on:

Do you have a suggestion for a future How-To Guide?
Email us and we'll see what we can do!

Jargon-buster

Do you find all the terminology associated with various musical equipment and processes confusing? Hopefully the following will help you understand some of the commonly used jargon.

Do you have some Jargon that needs busting?
Email us and we'll add your answer to our Jargon Busters!

Caring for your gear

Do not use soap or chemicals to clean
Always store in a cool dry place

Click here to view Maintenance & Repair videos.

Click here to find out more about Billy Hyde repair centres.

Rock School tips

“If you hit a wrong note on stage, never, ever, ever, ever pull a face. Keep rocking out. No one will ever know!”
JK, Adelaide

Have a tip? Email us

Billy Hyde Academy

Your journey has just started

Helping Hand

Video

What the pros say

Billy Hyde Academy

'How-To' Guides

Jargon-buster

Caring for your gear

Rock School tips

Musical instruments

Education, tuition and services

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