Music Teachers Adelaide - the ARMI Teaching Team
Jordan
Heavy Metal & Extreme Metal Vocal Coach
Metal • Extreme Vocals • Screaming • Harsh Vocals • Distortion
Jordan is a multi-genre vocalist with a passion for continually developing and refining a wide range of vocal techniques. With 7 years of performance experience as the former vocalist of I, Icarus, Jordan has extensive experience with harsh vocals and the demanding vocal styles found across metalcore, hardcore, deathcore, death metal, grindcore, black metal and more. Jordan's lessons focus on extreme vocals, screaming, harsh vocals, distortion, vocal health and clean-to-harsh transitions, helping students develop greater control, consistency and confidence. Whether you're completely new to heavy vocals or an experienced vocalist wanting to refine your technique, lessons can be tailored to your goals and musical style. Jordan's approach focuses on understanding your voice and developing controlled, expressive extreme vocals while looking after vocal health.
Phill
Rock & Heavy Rock Vocal Coach
Rock• Heavy Rock • Clean Vocals• Vocal Technique • Performance
Performing since the age of four, Phill brings extensive performance experience and a passion for helping singers develop their voice, technique and confidence. He specialises in rock and heavy rock vocals, with a focus on pitch control, vocal strength, range, powerful projection, breath control, stamina and energetic live performance. Lessons are tailored to each singer's experience and goals, from beginners learning the fundamentals to experienced vocalists wanting to refine their technique. Phill fronted local heavy rock band Guilt Free for over six years, writing, recording, touring and performing with the band. With a love of rock, alternative, hip hop, funk and R&B, Phill helps students explore different vocal styles while developing clean vocal technique, power, control and stage confidence. Whether you want to sing classic rock, hard rock, modern rock or heavier styles, Phill can help you develop your voice and become a more confident performer.
Martha
Singing & Vocal Coach
Clean Vocals• Vocal Technique • Classical• Pop • Rock
Martha is a versatile vocalist with a classical foundation and a modern edge, bringing extensive performance experience to her vocal lessons. She has performed with State Opera South Australia, Slingsby Theatre Company and the Adelaide Cabaret Festival, and has received multiple awards at the Adelaide Eisteddfod. From Metallica to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Martha works across a wide range of musical styles. Her lessons focus on strong, healthy vocal technique, breath control, vocal range, pitch, tone, confidence and performance, helping students develop their voice while discovering their own unique sound. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced singer, Martha can tailor lessons to your goals and musical interests across classical, rock, metal, pop and beyond.
Gabriel
Singing & Guitar Teacher
Songwriting• Music Production• Artist Development
Gabriel is a musician, producer and educator with over 16 years of professional teaching experience, backed by degrees in Psychology and Music Education. An award-winning composer and producer with over 2 million YouTube views, Gabriel is a 2025 Adelaide Fringe Award winner, Wakakirri Best Soundtrack recipient and Australian Global Talent visa holder. His versatile approach combines musical training, creativity and real-world experience to help students develop their skills and artistic identity. Gabriel teaches guitar, vocals and songwriting, helping students develop technique while turning their ideas into music. Lessons can cover guitar and vocal development, songwriting, composition, music production and artist development, making Gabriel particularly suited to students who want to become more creative, versatile and confident musicians.
Juan
Online Vocal Coach
All styles• Vocal Technique • Performance
Juan Güiza is an award-winning, internationally trained singer, performer and music producer with an exceptional vocal range spanning more than three and a half octaves. He was one of the eight finalists on The Voice Colombia, winner of the Who Dares Sings reality TV show and winner of the Hard Rock Café Worldwide Singing Competition. Juan has also performed the lead role in the Broadway musical Rock of Ages and appeared in major concerts, symphonic and operatic productions across America. Juan's online vocal lessons are tailored to each student's goals and experience, helping singers develop technique, range, control, confidence and performance skills. With his extensive experience across rock, contemporary, musical theatre, symphonic and operatic styles, Juan can help students explore their voice, develop their own sound and become more versatile performers, all from the convenience of online lessons.
Sid
Guitar Teacher
Heavy Metal• All Styles • Technique• Performance
Sid is a guitarist, songwriter and performer with extensive experience playing in a range of bands, as well as writing and recording music. As the singer and guitarist of Adelaide band Ecdysis, Sid brings real-world performance and music-making experience to his lessons, drawing inspiration from a wide variety of genres and styles. Sid's guitar lessons in Adelaide are tailored to each student's experience and musical interests, helping develop technique, confidence and creativity. Students can work on chords, riffs, rhythm, lead guitar, songs, songwriting and performance, while exploring the styles they enjoy. Whether you're a beginner picking up the guitar for the first time or an experienced player wanting to develop your skills, Sid is passionate about sharing his knowledge and helping aspiring musicians grow.
Jesse
Bass & Guitar Teacher
Extended Range Instruments • Songwriting• Punk• Metal• All Music Styles•
Jesse started playing guitar at 12 after discovering NOFX and has been performing in bands and teaching since the age of 16. With a passion for fast and heavy music and experience performing with Adelaide deathcore band Temple of Athena, Jesse brings a strong understanding of heavy music and practical playing experience to his lessons. Jesse teaches guitar and bass, helping students develop technique, confidence and creativity while learning the music they enjoy. Lessons can cover riffs, rhythm and lead playing, extended-range instruments, songwriting, recording, collaboration and gear maintenance, giving students practical skills both on and off the instrument. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player wanting to explore heavier styles, Jesse can help you become a more capable and confident musician.
Jamie
Guitar Teacher
Songwriting• Composition• Rock• Blues• Psychedelic • World Music•
Jamie is the founder, songwriter, guitarist and singer of Adelaide psychedelic outfit Druid Fluids, with a diverse background spanning guitar, drums and bass across different bands. His experience also includes recording, mixing, music management, improvisation, songwriting and composition, giving students a broad understanding of how music comes together beyond simply playing an instrument. Jamie teaches guitar lessons in Adelaide with a focus on helping students develop their skills in a way that supports their individual musical goals. Drawing influence from psychedelia, blues, rock and world music, lessons can explore guitar technique, improvisation, songwriting, composition and playing within a band. Jamie is attentive to each student's direction and aims to provide the knowledge, support and creative platform to help them achieve their goals.
Miguel
Guitar Teacher
Blues• Rock • Jazz• Metal• Improvisation• Technique•
With a background in education and a passion for music, Miguel takes a student-focused and creative approach to guitar teaching. He specialises in beginner and intermediate guitarists, helping students build strong foundations while exploring the styles they enjoy, from blues, rock and jazz through to metal. Miguel encourages students to move beyond simply learning patterns and develop their own musical voice and expression through the guitar. Lessons can cover technique, chords, scales, improvisation, songwriting and playing across different styles, with a focus on helping each student become a more confident and expressive musician. As Miguel puts it, “As guitarists, we’ve got a lot to say and sometimes the only way we can is through our instrument.”
Seamus
Guitar Teacher
Metal • Rock • Songwriting • Recording • Performance•
Seamus brings extensive stage and studio experience to his guitar teaching, having written and performed with bands including Alter Idem, Splatterpuss and Mother Morgue. Through his studio, Spruce Moose Studios, he has also worked across a wide range of music projects, including work connected with Nuclear Blast Records, Greyscale Records and Australian acts such as Melancolia and Bifurcation. Drawing on modern techniques developed through both recording and live performance, Seamus helps aspiring musicians develop their guitar skills, creativity, songwriting and performance abilities. His industry and studio experience also gives students insight into how music is created and recorded, making his lessons a great fit for guitarists wanting to develop their playing while gaining a broader understanding of the music-making process.
Dylan
Drum Teacher
Metal • Rock • Pop• Jazz• Performance•
Dylan has been performing and recording since the age of nine, beginning with the band Sweet Anarchy. He currently plays drums with Signals, Sasha and Days of Deceit, bringing extensive live and studio experience into his teaching. Dylan specialises in metal, rock, pop and jazz and works with students of all ages and experience levels. A graduate of the Marryatville Special Interest Music Program, Dylan is currently studying a Bachelor of Music at the Elder Conservatorium. His lessons focus on developing strong technique, timing, coordination, musicality and performance skills, while helping students explore the styles they enjoy. Dylan is also endorsed by Tama Drums and Sabian Cymbals, bringing professional industry experience and knowledge to his students.
Alan
Drum Teacher
Metal • Rock • Extreme Metal• Performance•
With over 25 years of drumming experience, Alan specialises in rock, metal and extreme metal, with additional experience performing in blues and cover bands. He currently plays with Tzun Tzu and has performed with several Adelaide bands, including Altars and StarGazer. Throughout his career, Alan has toured Australia and Europe, including performances supporting renowned international acts, bringing extensive live and touring experience to his drum lessons. Alongside his musical career, Alan has a background in social work and mentoring, giving him a supportive and student-focused approach to teaching. He works with students of all ages and skill levels, helping them develop their drumming technique, confidence, musicality and performance skills while working towards their individual goals. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced drummer wanting to explore heavier styles, Alan can help you progress as a musician.
Hamish
Modern Keys Teacher
Piano• Rock • Blues• Jazz • Hammond Organ• Synthesizer •
Hamish is a passionate keyboardist and performer with extensive experience across rock, blues and jazz. He regularly performs with bands including Badland Caravan and Carr Accident, as well as playing in a jazz duo around Adelaide. His experience spans a range of keyboard styles and sounds, including Hammond organ and synthesizer. With a strong foundation in music theory and composition, Hamish has developed his skills through mentorship from experienced musicians and teachers at the University of Adelaide. His modern keys lessons can help students develop technique, musical understanding and confidence while exploring the styles they enjoy, from rock and blues to jazz and contemporary keyboard playing. In person or online.