At Studio M Music Education, our mission is to inspire a lifelong love for music and performance in every student. Founded by NIDA graduate Madeleine Palmer, who brings five years of music teaching experience and over a decade in the performing arts industry, Studio M is built on a foundation of passion for the arts and a nurturing, empathetic teaching approach.
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We believe that music should be a fun, joyous experience, and we strive to create a pressure-free environment where each student can explore their talents and grow at their own pace. Our focus is on building confidence—encouraging students to embrace their individuality, experiment with their creativity, and feel empowered to perform in their own unique way. With Coach Mads' guidance and expertise, we are dedicated to helping students unlock their full potential and develop a lifelong connection to the arts.
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Our Services
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SINGING LESSONS
Whether you’re just starting out or you’re looking to refine your pre-professional skills, our singing lessons with Coach Mads are designed to suit all ages, levels, and musical styles. From building foundational skills like pitch, rhythm, and tone, to mastering advanced techniques for performance, we tailor each lesson to meet your unique needs and goals. You’ll learn everything from vocal anatomy and breath control to stage presence, repertoire, and harmony, all while enjoying a fun, creative atmosphere.
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CONTEMPORARY PIANO LESSONS
If you’re looking for a fun, modern approach to piano, our Contemporary Piano lessons are perfect for you. We focus on teaching you how to play by ear, follow chord charts, improvise, and adapt music to any genre you love—no sheet music required. Coach Mads will help you build the skills to play and sing at the same time and make music your own. Perfect for beginners and experienced players seeking a fresh, flexible approach!
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MUSICAL THEATRE COACHING
Our Musical Theatre coaching, led by Coach Mads, a NIDA Musical Theatre graduate, is perfect for aspiring performers of all ages and skill levels who love musical theatre. Whether you're a beginner or preparing for a university audition, Coach Mads provides a fun, supportive environment to help you refine your singing, acting, and performance skills. You'll build your audition repertoire, learn how to perform through song, and master self-tape auditions. This coaching is ideal for anyone who wants to develop their stage presence, boost their confidence, and take their passion for musical theatre to the next level!
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SELF TAPE AUDITION SERVICE
Our Self-Tape Audition Service is perfect for anyone looking to create a professional, high-quality audition video for a range of roles, from musical theatre performances to film and TV parts. Whether you're auditioning for university musical theatre courses, community theatre productions, or professional roles, we’ve got you covered. This service is also ideal for boosting your showreel with polished footage that highlights your skills and range. You'll have access to our blue screen, lighting setup, and microphone, ensuring your audition looks and sounds its best. Coach Mads, a NIDA Musical Theatre graduate, will guide you through the process, helping you with performance, delivery, and self-tape techniques. We’ll film, edit, and send you a fully edited, ready-to-submit audition video that can be used for roles in theatre, TV, and film.
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MUSIC THEORY TUTORING
Music Theory lessons with Coach Mads are designed for those who want to understand the building blocks of music without the rigid structure of traditional methods. Learn how to read sheet music, master scales, key signatures, chords, and intervals, and develop your aural skills—all while applying this knowledge to the music you love. Whether you're a year 12 music student, you're interested in completing AMEB exams, improving your playing for fun, or simply exploring music on a deeper level, these lessons offer a fun and engaging way to grasp essential theory concepts.