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Our Teachers
Principal Teacher
Inna Kogan | M. Mus (Dist); B.Mus.Perf, 1st class Hons (IL); B.Mus.Ed (AZ); AMEB examiner; QMTA mentor - Piano
Inna studied piano from the age 5 at a specialised music school for gifted children in Baku, USSR. She performed publicly as a child prodigy from a young age, winning numerous youth competitions both in USSR and later in Israel. Inna received a Master’s Degree with Distinction from the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Arts.
Since moving to Australia in 1986, Inna has established her own music school, which is now recognised as one of the major music schools in Australia. Inna oversees the school curriculum and teaches using her “accelerated learning” method. The method, developed over a period of over 40 years, allows students with high potential to explore their limits by following a well-structured learning path, and reach a high level of performance at a young age.
Many of Inna’s students have been awarded AMusA Diplomas by the age of 12-13, following on to LMusA / ATCL Diplomas before completing High School.
Many of her alumni have become professional musicians and perform and teach in Australia and abroad.
Inna is an AMEB examiner, adjudicator and a well-known motivational speaker. She is also a mentor of the QMTA and provides professional development sessions for young teachers. Inna has adjudicated Brisbane, Toowoomba, Central Highlands and Gold Coast Eisteddfods, Little Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition, QLD Piano Competition, ASKM Gold Coast Competition and Toowoomba Charles & Motee Rogers Memorial Piano Competition.
She has given a series of music history talks on Russian Ethnic radio channel 4EB and travels to regional QLD with workshops and masterclasses.
Since moving to Australia in 1986, Inna has established her own music school, which is now recognised as one of the major music schools in Australia. Inna oversees the school curriculum and teaches using her “accelerated learning” method. The method, developed over a period of over 40 years, allows students with high potential to explore their limits by following a well-structured learning path, and reach a high level of performance at a young age.
Many of Inna’s students have been awarded AMusA Diplomas by the age of 12-13, following on to LMusA / ATCL Diplomas before completing High School.
Many of her alumni have become professional musicians and perform and teach in Australia and abroad.
Inna is an AMEB examiner, adjudicator and a well-known motivational speaker. She is also a mentor of the QMTA and provides professional development sessions for young teachers. Inna has adjudicated Brisbane, Toowoomba, Central Highlands and Gold Coast Eisteddfods, Little Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition, QLD Piano Competition, ASKM Gold Coast Competition and Toowoomba Charles & Motee Rogers Memorial Piano Competition.
She has given a series of music history talks on Russian Ethnic radio channel 4EB and travels to regional QLD with workshops and masterclasses.
Senior Specialists
Michelle Jaques | M.Mus, B.Mus, Head of Early Childhood - Piano
Michelle Jaques graduated from the QLD Conservatorium, Griffith University, with a Master’s Degree in Aural and Keyboard Musicianship. For 35 years she has taught piano, organ, and theory in both individual and group lessons. Michelle operated a Yamaha Music School for over a decade on the Gold Coast. Michelle also plays piano accordion, flute, recorder and has recently started playing cello.
Michelle teaches from Mondays - Saturdays.
Michelle teaches from Mondays - Saturdays.
Anne Murith | M.Mus - Piano
Anne is a highly experienced and passionate piano teacher with over 30 years of international teaching experience across Australia, New Zealand, and Switzerland. Holding a Diplôme d’Enseignement du Piano from the Conservatoire de Musique in Fribourg, Anne is dedicated to nurturing each student’s unique musical journey—from beginners to advanced performers. She specialises in classical piano, technique development, music theory, and exam preparation (AMEB, ABRSM, Trinity). Known for her patient, inspiring, and personalised approach, Anne helps students build confidence, artistry, and a lifelong love of music. Fluent in four languages and a keen traveller, she brings cultural depth and creativity to her lessons, fostering excellence and joy through music.
Anne teaches on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Anne teaches on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Orsolya Domoszlai | B.Mus - Violin/Viola
Orsolya is an enthusiastic violin teacher with a strong ability in Kodály music pedagogy. She has been professionally teaching for over twenty-three years.
Orsolya gained her degree at the Franz List Academy of Music and Teacher Training Institute in Budapest. In Hungary, her home country, she worked as an orchestra member with the Budapest Operetta Theatre for 6 years. Alongside being a performer, she has also led the String Orchestra at Music School Szentendre for 20 years. With many years of experience across multiple fields, she has mastered playing and teaching in many different styles for students.
Orsolya teaches on Fridays and Saturdays.
Orsolya gained her degree at the Franz List Academy of Music and Teacher Training Institute in Budapest. In Hungary, her home country, she worked as an orchestra member with the Budapest Operetta Theatre for 6 years. Alongside being a performer, she has also led the String Orchestra at Music School Szentendre for 20 years. With many years of experience across multiple fields, she has mastered playing and teaching in many different styles for students.
Orsolya teaches on Fridays and Saturdays.
Weihang Li | M.Mus, B.Arts - Violin / Viola
Weihang is a passionate and versatile Music Teacher, Conductor, and Music Director based in Brisbane. With a Master of Music Studies in Conducting from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and a Bachelor of Arts from Tianjin Conservatory, Weihang brings a global perspective to music education and performance. His teaching blends the classical foundations of AMEB, ABRSM, and SUZUKI methods with creativity, technology, and cultural awareness. As Musical Director of Orchestra Concertino and founder of C-Silk International Music Association, he has led innovative projects uniting Eastern and Western traditions. Known for his engaging and holistic teaching style, Weihang inspires students of all ages to achieve excellence in musicianship, performance, and artistic expression.
Weihang teaches on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
Weihang teaches on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
Naomi Faulkner B. Mus (Instrumental) - Cello
Naomi is a cellist who graduated from QLD Conservatorium. In her school years she played at Queensland Youth Orchestra, the Queensland Philharmonic Orchestra and the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. Naomi has taught all ages to play the cello for more than 25 years and enjoys finding the right music for students as they progress and develop their musicianship. She is dedicated to working with each student in the ways best suited to their learning style, building technical and expressive skills and supporting them to achieve their goals.
She finds playing music with both students and professional musicians deeply rewarding, and feels privileged to work in Arts education and to nurture the love of music in her students.
Naomi teaches on Wednesdays and Fridays.
She finds playing music with both students and professional musicians deeply rewarding, and feels privileged to work in Arts education and to nurture the love of music in her students.
Naomi teaches on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Specialists
Anastasiia Anopriienko | M.Mus, B.Mus - Piano
Anastasiia is a dedicated piano teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching students of all ages, from beginners to advanced levels. She specialises in professional performance, concert preparation, and exam readiness. Anastasiia tailors each lesson to suit the individual student’s abilities and learning style, incorporating strong classical teaching methods. She focuses on developing sight-reading, technical proficiency, and musical interpretation. Her lessons provide a structured and supportive environment that encourages self-discipline, confidence, and musical expression. As a pianist, Anastasiia has performed at various venues, including the Belgravian Brasserie in Saudi Arabia, and now performs across Brisbane. She holds a Master’s degree from the Ukrainian National Tchaikovsky Academy of Music.
Anastasiia teaches on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Anastasiia teaches on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Jaein Im | M.Mus (Perf), B.Mus (Adv.Perf) - Piano
Jaein completed a Bachelor of Music (Advanced Performance) and Master of Music Studies (Performance Specialisation) degrees at Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University.
After graduation from QCGU, he has been pursuing his career as a piano teacher for over 14 years of experience, and taught in multiple locations in South Korea, Brisbane, Adelaide and Coffs Harbour.
He finds it meaningful to encourage students to learn music with genuine interest as a part of their life, and has been developing his ways to make music learning approachable for his students.
As a musician, he has interest in discovering new music and delivering it to people for a fresh experience.
Jaein teaches on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
After graduation from QCGU, he has been pursuing his career as a piano teacher for over 14 years of experience, and taught in multiple locations in South Korea, Brisbane, Adelaide and Coffs Harbour.
He finds it meaningful to encourage students to learn music with genuine interest as a part of their life, and has been developing his ways to make music learning approachable for his students.
As a musician, he has interest in discovering new music and delivering it to people for a fresh experience.
Jaein teaches on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Anouchka Fonseka | D.E.Mus, ESD. MusEdu - Piano
Anouchka Fonseka is a dedicated piano teacher with over 11 years of teaching and accompaniment experience in Paris, France. She teaches students of all ages and abilities, fostering strong musical skills and a genuine love of music. She completed her studies at the Conservatoire à Rayonnement Régional (CRR) de Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, earning qualifications in Piano and Musicianship (Formation Musicale). At age 16, she achieved her Diplôme d'Études Musicales (D.E.M.), equivalent to a Bachelor of Music, and later obtained her teaching qualification in Musicianship from the École Supérieure Musique et Danse (ESMD) de Lille. Anouchka's teaching blends strong classical foundations with creativity and musical expression. She tailors lessons to each student's goals, creating a supportive environment that encourages confidence and growth. Having recently relocated to Brisbane, she is excited to share her passion for music with the local community.
She teaches on Mondays and Thursdays.
She teaches on Mondays and Thursdays.
Lachlan Wilkins | B.Mus (Perf.) - Violin/Viola
Lachlan graduated from the Queensland Conservatorium in 2019 where he studied under
the head of strings Michele Walsh. He has a great passion for teaching and performance, playing with both the Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Ensemble Q during his studies. Lachlan started learning the violin from the age of 5 with the Suzuki method before transitioning to AMEB where he studied with Sydney Symphony Orchestras violist Robin Brookfield. He has been heavily involved in numerous Australian Youth Orchestra programs, touring internationally with them in 2019 through Europe and China. As a student of both the AMEB and Suzuki methods he brings these ideologies into his teachings and believes that a holistic approach is necessary in facilitating musical development on the violin.
Lachlan teaches on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
the head of strings Michele Walsh. He has a great passion for teaching and performance, playing with both the Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Ensemble Q during his studies. Lachlan started learning the violin from the age of 5 with the Suzuki method before transitioning to AMEB where he studied with Sydney Symphony Orchestras violist Robin Brookfield. He has been heavily involved in numerous Australian Youth Orchestra programs, touring internationally with them in 2019 through Europe and China. As a student of both the AMEB and Suzuki methods he brings these ideologies into his teachings and believes that a holistic approach is necessary in facilitating musical development on the violin.
Lachlan teaches on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Joshua Spurr | M.Mus, B.Creative Arts - Percussion
Joshua is a dynamic music educator and accomplished musician with a Master of Music Studies and over eight years of teaching experience. He is an expert in developing tailored drum and percussion programs across diverse settings, including schools and special needs education. He is passionate about fostering student engagement and achievement, demonstrated through successful workshops and masterclasses at prestigious institutions like the Queensland Conservatorium. He is recognized for innovative pedagogical strategies that inspire students to reach their musical goals, contributing to long-term growth in music education programs, and committed to creating inclusive learning environments that celebrate individual talents and promote collaborative music-making.
Josh teaches Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thurdays.
Josh teaches Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thurdays.
Laura Skorzewski | B.Mus - Flute
Laura Skorzewski is a Brisbane based flute player completing her final year of a Bachelor of Music at Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University under the tutelage of Alison Mitchell (Principal Flute QSO). She has a love for orchestral playing, having played with Queensland Youth Orchestras and principal with Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra.
She also enjoys playing solo and chamber music and brings her experience in these disciplines into her teaching. She is passionate about creating a supportive and caring environment where students feel valued and motivated to learn.
Laura teaches Fridays and Saturdays
She also enjoys playing solo and chamber music and brings her experience in these disciplines into her teaching. She is passionate about creating a supportive and caring environment where students feel valued and motivated to learn.
Laura teaches Fridays and Saturdays
Jess Irwin | B.Mus (Hons) - Voice
Jess Irwin is a mezzo-soprano currently completing a Bachelor of Music (Honours) in Classical Voice at the University of Queensland. She also has a strong background in contemporary voice and has performed extensively across Brisbane both as a classical and musical theatre performer. Jess has worked with students from prep through to year 12, helping them develop healthy vocal technique and individual artistic expression. Her teaching nurtures confidence, creativity and a balance between disciplined practice and the joy of music-making.
Jess teaches on Mondays and Thursdays.
Jess teaches on Mondays and Thursdays.
Nathan Cho | B.Mus (Hons) - Guitar
Nathan is a passionate guitarist, teacher, and performer dedicated to inspiring the next generation of musicians. A graduate of the Queensland Conservatorium of Music with a Bachelor of Music in Popular Music Guitar, he brings both formal training and extensive hands-on experience to his teaching. From 2020 to 2023, Nathan taught at the Queensland College of Music, working with students of all ages and levels, while continuing to offer private guitar lessons. His teaching style blends technical precision with creative exploration, encouraging students to develop confidence as both musicians and performers. Bilingual in English and Korean, Nathan fosters a supportive, adaptable, and engaging learning environment.
Nathan teaches on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Nathan teaches on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Alex Lord | B.Mus (Perf) , B.Edu - Woodwind
Alex is an enthusiastic and passionate music tutor studying a Bachelor of Music Performance and Education at UQ. Taking knowledge and experience from education, Alex nurtures the whole learner, providing learning that meets the student at their level.
Creating a personable and caring environment, Alex allows students to engage in music with purpose and joy. Alex has over a decade worth of experience and information to help guide any student with a single reed instrument. Performing with the Queensland Youth Orchestra and the Young Mannheim Symphonists in Melbourne as well as being a UQ competition prize winner, Alex has the performance skillset to pass forward to emerging musicians.
Alex teaches on Mondays and Fridays
Creating a personable and caring environment, Alex allows students to engage in music with purpose and joy. Alex has over a decade worth of experience and information to help guide any student with a single reed instrument. Performing with the Queensland Youth Orchestra and the Young Mannheim Symphonists in Melbourne as well as being a UQ competition prize winner, Alex has the performance skillset to pass forward to emerging musicians.
Alex teaches on Mondays and Fridays
Administration
Emilia | Administration
Feel free to come up to Emilia to ask any questions you may have!
She handles all timetables, invoices, enrolments, AMEB enrolments and any other questions you may have.
Our school office is open Monday to Friday, from 2.00pm to 6.00pm. Please note that while we teach on Saturdays, our office is not open that day. Any enquiries to be made after hours can be sent to our school email or phone!
She handles all timetables, invoices, enrolments, AMEB enrolments and any other questions you may have.
Our school office is open Monday to Friday, from 2.00pm to 6.00pm. Please note that while we teach on Saturdays, our office is not open that day. Any enquiries to be made after hours can be sent to our school email or phone!
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