For lesson bookings and enquiries it is always better to call or txt,
I check my emails everyday but sometimes an email goes astray.
Brandi: 0403 742 533
badcatsent_gmail.com
Want to learn to sing like the pro's?
Play electric bass, guitar. ukulele, piano? Then Cavern Music can help.
With thirty years in the business we know what you want to know.
Innovative methods and a can do approach we'll have you singing, and/or playing in no time.
Singing Lessons, Bass Lessons, Piano Lessons, Guitar and Ukulele Lessons: at Cavern Music We MAKE MUSIC FUN!
Brandi started Cavern Music in Melbourne 30 years ago. Always open to new Ideas after completing many years of AMEB exams she trained in the Five C's system and teaches piano using innovative methods gleaned from years of experience.
Teaching rock singing happened as a natural result of singing it. Most singing teachers are Classicaly trained and cannot model modern singing styles. Belting and using primal sounds in singing (rock screaming)are still frowned upon as being dangerous for the voice. Brandi has proved her critics wrong by still having a healthy voice after many years of singing rock, in particular songs made famous by Suzi Quatro, as well as artists such as Wanda Jackson, Etta James, Ruth Brown, Joan Jett, Gloria Gaynor, and more recently Christina Aguilera, Jesse J, and hundreds more. Brandi also writes her own songs and regularly performs in her two bands: The Queen of Rock Suzi Quatro tribute, and Brandi and the Badcats.
Brandi can also support her practise with theory`as she has completed post grad cert in music studies vocal pedagogy(teaching) contemporary voice at the Queensland Conservatorium.
Taking singing lessons at Cavern Music is a worthwhile activity for anyone with a voice as vocal problems can and should be avoided, while at the same time the voice is your own personal musical instrument. Everyone should learn how to use the voice for pleasure, who knows maybe a career awaits.
Brandi also teaches Bass, electric and double slap style using the progressive series, and years on the road....
And guitar and ukulele are also available at Cavern Music.
A member of ANATS, Brandi specializes in contemporary singing styles, rock, pop, blues, country, belt, musical theatre and even scream...
Completed post grad cert in music studies vocal pedagogy(teaching) Queensland Conservatorium, Brandi is constantly upgrading her skills and knowledge.
Singing all her life Brandi is a natural talent; from staring in theatre productions as a child to fronting popular bands as an adult; and now passing on what she does so well.
Multi instrumentalist Brandi teaches and plays Piano, Electric Bass and Double bass. as well as Singing.
Teaching privately for thirty years Brandi has a wealth of experience to make your learning a pleasure.
Using the AMEB or ANZCA syllabus for Piano and Singing students Brandi has successfully tutored hundreds through exams at every level. But exams are not an essential part of learning with Brandi...
Using innovative methods students progress from beginner to advanced while enjoying themselves. which is the essential ingredient of lessons at Cavern Music- FUN FUN FUN!
Currently teaching at two locations, home studio at Kippa Ring or Guitar Exchange at Boondall.
Studied jazz Guitar as a teen and went on to front many bands over the years playing gigs across the globe in UK, Japan, as well as Sydney and Melbourne.
Teamed up with Brandi some years ago and formed roots rockabilly band the Rhythm Rockers in Melbourne. This eventually became Brandi and the Badcats. Also currently is the lead guitarist in The Queen of Rock Suzi Quatro tribute show.
Reno has taught guitar for many years alongside Brandi in Cavern Music in Melbourne and now here in Queensland.
Reno is an accomplished player.
Any style Reno can deliver, blues, rock, country, even classical, Reno can do it all and he is a natural teacher.
Trained in Jazz but capable of teaching all styles and all ages.
Reno is a laugh to be around, and he makes learning the guitar a fun experience.
Using current materials and the internet to enhance learning you too could become a guitarist like Reno.
Let him help you fulfil your dreams.
Hundreds have enjoyed learning guitar from Reno as he continues to share his love of music with students of all ages.
Reno also teaches Ukulele.
Check out Brandi's vocals, bass playin' and Reno's guitarin' on the player....some tunes from her latest album...Rock My World, and a bit a Suzi.....Check out both albums on the band websites- you can even buy 'em if you want..... www.brandiandthebadcats.com.au
www.suziquatrotribute.com
Lessons at Cavern Music are conducted Monday to Saturday by appointment.
Private lessons:
$30.00 per 30 minute lesson, kept in advance, booked five at a time unless otherwise arranged with your teacher.
Group lessons:
Can be arranged by negotiation.
Fees can be paid in person on the first lesson and then are due on the last paid lesson for the next block of five.
Missed lessons are forfeit unless notified in advance. It is polite to give at least a few hours notice of absence.
Fees are accepted in cash or personal cheque and can also be paid directly into the Bank by arrangement with Brandi.
Class etiquette
Studying singing, or your chosen instrument is a lifestyle choice. If undertaken in the right way it is life changing. To get the best out of your lessons and to really benefit from the experience it is important to take the lessons seriously. Regular attendence of your lessons is the only way to progress suficiently for the maximum benefit. Classes are paid in advance to encourage attendence and to encourage perseverance.....IT WILL BE WORTH IT.
Nevertheless sickness and annual holidays can sometimes interfere with lessons.
It is important to notify your teacher if a lesson will be missed. Cavern music has a waiting list and if lessons are missed regularly the lesson time will be passed onto someone else.
Learning to sing, or learning to play an instrument is a partnership between you and your teacher, therefore homework needs to be taken seriously for progress to be made.
At Cavern Music your success is our success.
Great to see Molly and Georgia performing in The Wizard Of Oz during the school holidays.
Keep up the good work girls.
You were both awsm.
And Georgia was delightful as Dorothy...
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Good Luck Tanya with your little business. Check out Tanya's website https://sites.goggle.com/site/awesomeweekendbusiness/
make sure you still find time to practise???:))
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Welcome back Laura and Sam from a fabulous trip across America.
Congratulations Molly on your recent audition for Young Talent Time. A great experience, and one that will prepare you for future auditions. Next challenge not far away, America with fame in December. Keep up the good work Molly...:))
Brandi
You have both matured in your playing and I can see a great year ahead for you both next year. cheers,
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WELCOME EVERYONE to 2012
let's have a really productive year.
The closing date for applications for the first series for ANZCA piano exams 2012 is 19th March.
The exams will be in May/June so plenty of time to get ready. But you would need to be certain of your material by March 12th so that we can submit applications on time.
Exams can be a wonderful way for students to gage their progress. They don't need to be stressful provided the student has already attained the required skills.
So get practising and acheiving in 2012.
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Piano Students:
Remember, practise makes permanent....
So practise well. Try not to make mistakes when you play so start slowly and increase the speed carefully using your metronome or rhythm machine so that you get faster without really trying...
Don't forget to do your scales and exercises.
Have a practise diary and write down what you practise.
You will progress at a steady pace so that you will reach your goal of being able to PLAY the piano....
Singing Students,
Singing is like a sport.
Those amazing singers we see and hear on radio and TV and the internet are singing athletes.
To aspire to that standard requires tremendous patience and perseverence. Even if you put in half of what they put in you will enjoy your singing and will be able to sing your heart out for years to come. But if you aspire to be the best then good luck to you and I will help you in every way that I can.
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