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A New Era of Music Education.
At Aquarian Music School, we make learning music accessible for all — fun, easy and intuitive!
Our approach get the students playing their instruments right away,
we believe everyone can learn how to play music,
we honour the flame of inspiration in our students.
EMPOWER — students are encouraged to share the music they love
FREEDOM TO CREATE — no right or wrong, only authentic pure expression
LEARN TO JAM — gain skills in improvsation and song-writing
Students Share Their Experience
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"Miles as a whole helped me in understanding music itself better, not just through theory but also in the way music can feel. Through various and flexible teaching styles, he helped me get around my barriers and figure out way to learn that worked for me personally. He encouraged my personal music growth and goals, while pushing me to learn skills the contributed to my overall music capability’s. From learning guitar and singing techniques, to figuring out my way around recording and lyrics, he contributed while always giving me creative freedom and liberty, and experiment in ways that felt true to me. He has taught me life long skills that give me the talents to jam with all kinds of musicians and has inspired me to remain creative and imagenitive when it comes to thinking outside the box in music."
Jaimie, Voice & Guitar (Year 11)
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"In my opinion, learning music with Miles I find really comforting, and it’s really enjoyable having someone who isn’t so harsh on mistakes and always supports you. It’s created a whole new opportunity, and I’ve learnt to listen to lots of different music styles and really give everything a go. I found it really natural learning with Miles, and the style of teaching was really easy to understand and follow, making it enjoyable overall!
Eva, Guitar & Voice (Year 7)
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“Before seeing Miles, I had two different music teachers, and Miles has been really helpful. He’s definitely the best music teacher I’ve had. He taught me how to become more creative and pushed me to explore new things. I really enjoyed learning with and from Miles — he understood the way I needed to learn and matched his teaching to my learning style! I have learned so many new techniques. I really enjoyed my lessons with Miles!”
Anonymous, Voice & Piano (Year 9)
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“I did guitar and singing lessons with miles for 2 years and over the 2 years he's helped me feel more confident in my singing and playing, especially singing to the point I'm not anxious to sing in front of other people. He has taught me how to project my voice and the difference between head voice and chest voice and strengthened my vocal range. my experience learning with miles was awesome"
Callum, Voice & Guitar (Year 10)
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"I’ve been seeing Miles for vocal lessons since August 2024 and he’s helped me broaden my music horizons so much since then. We’ve looked at all different types of songs from both of our recommendations, and we’ve tried playing piano and guitar while exploring a variety of music genres. Our lessons are always fun and really interesting and I would 100% recommend. He’s helped my confidence in music so much and I would recommend to anyone as he truly helps with whatever you need, whatever your ability.”
Isabella, Voice (Year 10)
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"I had a lot of fun in music lessons this year with Miles because I love music. Now I know different chords on piano, and I can make my own songs — I’ve already made a few! I also know how to play songs on piano that I never knew how to play before.”
Charlee, Piano & Voice (Year 7)
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"I’ve done singing with Miles for about a year now, from the start of Year 8 until the end of Term 3. I’ve learned many things in his class, and I’ve become confident that even if I make a mistake, it doesn’t mean I won’t get it. I’ve also found my love for modern-day pop songs while learning how to play them with Miles. He always lets us choose what we want to learn and supports our choices. If someone asked me to describe Miles, I’d say he’s a very kind soul who always makes sure our opinions are included. He’s a great teacher, and anyone would be lucky to have him."
Charlotte, Voice & Piano (Year 7)
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"Miles is a sight to behold. Filled with vast talent, kindness, and educational prowess, he launched the music scene at my school from talentless idiots to musical masters. Meeting for the first time at a band workshop, and then again arriving to my school as a mystical force, he transformed my guitar playing to unseen heights. Allowing you to master blues, jazz, or any genre like opening a door, he was able to illustrate music and its components in perfect annunciation and understandability, all with a grin on his face. For over 2 years Miles has enhanced my playing, opened my mind, and helped me find my way in music. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart."
Sasha, Guitar (Year 11)
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Miles helped me progress in my learning of music for 2 years now, and in that time I received really good and thorough help which was targeted at just what I needed in order to progress forward. I not only learned pieces on the guitar but was allowed to shift over to the piano, and with Miles's help, the transition was easy. Really recommend his teaching — very calm, thorough, and easy to be around.
Luca, Piano & Guitar (Year 10)
MILES DE CARTERET
With over 18 years of teaching experience, Miles has developed a unique teaching method that is both intuitive and effective.
Multi-instrumentalist: Guitar, bass, piano, drums, and voice.
“Music is a healing force and universal language. Students thrive when they feel supported, encouraged, and free to express themselves.”
Why our students love it
They feel heard and supported.
They get to play songs they love and progress quickly.
They gain confidence and learn how to practice effectively.
They experience variety – no boring one-song-all-term approach.
They connect with friends, form bands, and learn to jam.
Mistakes are embraced as part of growth.
Book a session or in-person
Instruments:
Guitar, piano, bass, voice (all levels)
Individual or pairs.
online or in-person
(Cottles Bridge, Northeast Victoria)
Cost (40-minute Zoom lessons):
🎵 Individual lesson: $70
🎶 Group of two: $45 each
Student Spotlight
“Foxy Lady” by Jimi Hendrix
Sasha T. & Pine S.
“Shallow” by Lady Gaga
Jaimie M. & Callum J.
“Cold Sweat” by James Brown
Jazz Ensemble
Arlo S, Campbell K, & Bodhi T.
Sasha T & Jaimie M
“Lenny” by Stevie Ray Vaughan
Bodhi T. & Sasha T.
How we teach:
Immediate hands-on learning before diving into heavy theory.
Explained simply and applied directly to instruments.
Right-brained learners and students without traditional training feel empowered and supported.
Small band-style lessons for collaboration, listening, and connection.
The Cognitive Power of Music
“Music lights up the brain like nothing else, enhancing memory, sharpening focus, improving language skills, and supporting emotional wellbeing.”
Improves attention and focus, especially in children and teens
Boosts emotional regulation and helps reduce anxiety and stress
Activates both left and right brain hemispheres, promoting balanced brain function
Encourages neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to reorganize and adapt
Supports language development and auditory processing skills
Enhances motor coordination through rhythm and timing
Promotes social bonding by synchronizing brain activity during group music-making
Engages the default mode network, aiding creativity and imagination
Helps alleviate pain and depression through mood elevation and distraction
Fosters a sense of flow and mindfulness, improving overall mental wellbeing
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