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Dalyellup Music Academy
Dalyellup Music Academy
Quality Music Education for Children
Quality Music Education for Children
Our Staff
Our Staff
Liane Molewyk is an accomplished music educator, pianist, examiner and passionate advocate for quality music education, with over 35 years of experience inspiring young musicians.
Beginning her musical journey at the age of six in Malaysia, Liane went on to study piano, cello and double bass, receiving a double bass scholarship at the Canberra School of Music at just 16. She holds a Bachelor of Education (Honours) majoring in Music from Edith Cowan University, as well as a Bachelor of Counselling. Liane's extensive teaching career has included establishing several successful music schools across Western Australia, including Unique Musique Academy, ISM Churchlands and ISM Bunbury, now known as Dalyellup Music Academy. She is also an experienced ANZCA music examiner and is actively involved in supporting performance opportunities for young musicians through initiatives such as the South West Piano Festival.
In recognition of her outstanding contribution to music education, Liane was named the 2024 Yamaha Breakout Teacher of the Year in Australia, an award celebrating piano teachers who demonstrate exceptional commitment, dedication and passion for music education.
Throughout her career, Liane has remained committed to nurturing musical excellence while fostering creativity, confidence and a lifelong love of music in students of all ages and abilities. She firmly believes that music education extends far beyond learning an instrument, enriching children's intellectual, emotional and personal development.
Judy Blair DMA Group Class Teacher
Judy began her piano studies at age 6 in Canberra. Throughout her school years she completed a number of piano and musicianship exams and played for her local church each week. Judy also studied dance for ten years, specializing in ballet, jazz and tap. Judy was given the opportunity to study violin in high school and she participated in the school orchestra for 4 years. Judy has always had a love of children and her desire to share her knowledge with them led her to complete a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Studies) majoring in Special Needs and Music. Judy taught for many years both in mainstream school settings and in Special Needs schools before coming to ISM Bunbury. Judy completed her group piano training in January 2009 and commenced working for ISM Bunbury (now DMA) April 2009.
Mackenzie King - Private Teacher
Piano/Violin/Trumpet
Mackenzie began music studies at a young age through the International School of Music Westcoast. She loves all music and plays Violin, French Horn and Piano. Mackenzie has received numerous awards for her music including the South West Music Guild's Award for the Artist with the most Musical Ability and Potential in 2016. Mackenzie holds a Bachelor of Education (Primary) and has completed the Associate Diploma of Performance Modern Piano (Honours). She also has a Graduate Certificate in Child and Adolescent Mental Health; as well-being is of particular interest to her. Mackenzie loves to arrange and write music, as well as draw and create artworks.
Jorja Baudains - Private Teacher
Piano/Flute
Jorja has studied music from a very young age and plays Piano, Flute, Cello as well as having studied Voice. Jorja is well qualified and has completed a Bachelor of Education (Primary), a Diploma of Modern Piano and a Certificate III in Music. Jorja loves film music and composing, as well as being involved in vocal ensembles and productions. Jorja enjoys playing percussion in the South West Philharmonic Orchestra on a regular basis. She also loves to paint and sew in her spare time.
Christian Blair - Private Teacher
Piano
Christian began his musical journey at Dalyellup Music Academy at the age of four when we opened in 2009. Christian studied ATAR Music and completed the Grade 8 ANZCA Piano exam. He also plays Flute and Saxophone. Christian
has also studied Classical Dance. He is currently studying the Bachelor of Education (Primary) at ECU Bunbury. Christian loves exercise, playing sports and gaming in his spare time.