I'm a full time performing musician, music creator and teacher with 12 years teaching experience, 15 years working as a professional touring musician, 16 years as a singer / song-writer and 18 years playing the guitar.
I teach from my home studio in Toowong in Brisbane, and can also give lessons via video call or home visits for inner city suburbs.
Testimonials
“Graham transforms learning to play the guitar from a frustrating task to an addictive enjoyment. It’s rare to find someone who is as good at teaching as they are at the craft of playing guitar. Lessons are fun and completely client focused, I can’t recommend Graham as a teacher and mentor enough!”
~Brendan
“Graham has been fantastic at helping me understand music theory and has massively improved my playing. We’ve explored different styles and genres as they piqued my interest, which is a refreshing change from previous teachers that only teach one style of music. Would highly recommend him to anyone of any skill level.”
~Doug
“There has been amazing improvements in my playing that many people in my life have noticed when I’m performing. I am so much more confident with my solo-ing and knowing my way around the guitar. Graham is the most patient teacher I have ever had, always teaching me exactly what I want to learn.”
~Chloe
“Graham is a fantastic teacher, patient and flexible with lesson plans to allow you to develop at your own pace and follow your own musical journey, wherever that may lead.”
~Leighton
“I started lessons with Graham at the start of this year and couldn’t be more grateful for these lessons! Being a cover artist as well as an originals artist he really helps me improve my cover sets, and also understands that I’m a songwriter and shows me how I can apply my new guitar knowledge to my songs. I get so excited for these lessons and always leave feeling so fulfilled - couldn’t recommend him more!”
~Grace
How I approach teaching
Based on where you are, your strengths, and where you’re struggling the most, we figure out which techniques, songs, shapes or theory elements are going to be the most beneficial and interesting for you to learn. We might even develop a 10 lesson or 20 lesson program specific to you, and re-assess as we progress.
Follow what interests you
The old adage ‘all roads lead to rome’ applies well to learning music. There are plenty of songs, different genres, different techniques and guitar styles, as well as the multiplicity of music theory to choose from. Following what you’re most curious about is a great way to develop an organic kind of motivation.
Expand your technique and knowledge
Depending on your interests and learning style, we might learn songs that challenge and improve a particular technique, or use some songs to identify and break down the theory behind the music.
If you’re looking to improve your songwriting, we may lean into theory. If you just want to play great tunes we’ll focus on technique. With the available amount and variety of music utilising the guitar, there’s always something we can find that piques your interest.
Vocal Tuition
Since 2008 I've fronted a variety of projects covering the genres of pop, soul, funk, rock, reggae, ska and blues. With some of these projects I’ve had the privilege to tour and play festivals across the country.
With all this performing, as well as years of song-writing, I’ve developed an organic approach to singing that I’d love to share with you.
With some simple exercises we can unlock the potential of your voice, and by experimenting with different songs we can find your unique individual sound.
Songwriting, looping, and music production
With real world experience in the music industry there are variety of other important skills I can share with you as your tutor.
Live looping is a great way to experiment with layers in a song, practice improvisation, or to develop a one-man-band performance style. This approach to music is very close to my heart, as I've been developing my own approach to looping since 2011.
Music production is the creative process of writing, arranging, recording, mixing and mastering a final piece of music for distribution or personal enjoyment. These days a lot of these skills can be learned and developed on a laptop with a few simple pieces of hardware and a digital audio workstation (DAW for short). With 14+ years experience recording in professional studios I can get you started on your journey as a music creator.
Soon after learning the guitar I began writing songs. As much as I enjoy learning other artist's songs and creating interesting covers, music creation is at the heart of my passion. Together we can experiment with the process and figure out what will help you unlock your creative spirit, and practical tools to help you write your own music.
Meet your teacher
Graham is a full time performer and music producer, regularly appearing at venues in Brisbane and at festivals across the country. He’s known for his uniquely rhythmic and soulful looping sound, combining flavours of roots music, modern electronica and gritty blues guitar.
MOES claimed 3 awards in 2016’s QUBE effect competition, including Best Solo Performance, Best Professional Live performance and Best Emerging Talent. MOES has since been touring Australia as front man of Soul/Ska collective Fat Picnic, frequenting festivals such as Splendour in the Grass, Woodford Folk Festival, Island Vibe Festival and Caloundra Music Festival.
Graham’s bread and butter is performing regularly at weddings and private events, as well as venues in SE QLD including Brooklyn Standard, Suzie Wong’s Goodtime Bar, Lefty’s Music Hall and Southbank River Quay.
As well as teaching, he also produces music out of his home studio in Toowong, QLD.
Introductory lesson - Free
Toowong Studio / Video Call Lessons
30 minutes - $50
45 minutes - $65
1 Hour - $80
Home Visits - Inner Brisbane Suburbs*
30 minutes - $70/$90
45 minutes - $85/$105
1 Hour - $100/$120
*Prices depend on travel distance.
Please get in touch for an individualised quote.
Regular lessons can be held Weekly, Fortnightly or Monthly.
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