Make Music with Us
At Bernie’s Music School, we are dedicated to helping you embark on a musical journey that’s both enjoyable and enriching. Our comprehensive music education programs cater to students of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner looking to explore the world of music or an advanced musician seeking to refine your techniques, our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
Piano and Organ Lessons
Workshop and Special Events
Piano Masterclass
Program and Organ Lessons at Bernies
Experience the Joy of Making Music
Our Monday to Saturday term lessons are designed to ensure you make consistent progress while having fun. Our warm and friendly teachers adapt their teaching methods to your individual goals, whether you’re aiming to play your favourite songs, master classical compositions, or plunge into music theory.
Set Musical Goals
For those interested in formal recognition of their skills, we offer examination syllabi from renowned institutions such as ANZCA, AMEB, Trinity, ABRSM, and the Suzuki Organ Method. Our teachers will provide the guidance needed to excel in these exams while nurturing your love for music.
Bernies Music School Offers
- Monday to Saturday daytime and afternoon lessons during school terms.
- Learn from our brilliant teachers (performers, coaches, professional musicians).
- Play on our beautiful new pianos and organs.
- Free practice facilities.
- Work with your personal style and goals. We specialise in lessons for adult beginners!
- Special Discounts on all purchases including sheet music.
2025 Term Dates
| TERM 1 | Weeks | Dates | Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Wednesday 29 January – Friday 4 April 2025 | 9 Weeks | 29th Jan, 5th Feb, 12th Feb, 19th Feb, 26th Feb, 5th March, 12th March, 19th March, 26th March, 2nd April | Holiday: 10th March 2025 Labour Day |
| Saturday | Wednesday 29 January – Friday 4 April 2025 | 9 Weeks | 1st Feb, 8th Feb, 15th Feb, 22nd Feb, 1st March, 8th March, 15th March, 22nd March, 29th March | – |
| TERM 2 | Weeks | Dates | Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Tuesday 22nd April – Friday 4 July 2025 | 11 Weeks | 23rd April, 30th April, 7th May, 14th May, 21st May, 28th May, 4th June, 11th June, 18th June, 25th June, 2nd July | – |
| Saturday | Tuesday 22nd April – Friday 4 July 2025 | 10 Weeks | 26th April, 3rd May, 10th May, 17th May, 24th May, 31st May, 7th June, 14th June, 21st June, 28th June | 19th April 2025 Easter Sunday |
| TERM 3 | Weeks | Dates | Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Monday 21st July – Friday 19th September 2025 | 10 Weeks | 23rd July, 30th July 6th Aug, 13th Aug, 20th Aug, 27th Aug, 3rd Sept, 10th Sept, 17th Sept, 24th Sept | – |
| Saturday | Monday 21st July – Friday 19th September 2025 | 8 Weeks | 26th July, 2nd Aug, 9th Aug, 16th Aug, 23rd Aug, 30th Aug, 6th Sept, 13th Sept | – |
| TERM 4 | Weeks | Dates | Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Monday 6th Oct– Friday 19th Dec 2025 | 11 Weeks | 8th Oct, 15th Oct, 22nd Oct, 29th Oct, 5th Nov, 12th Nov,19th Nov, 26th Nov, 3rd Dec, 10th Dec, 17th Dec | 4th Nov 2025 Melbourne Cup |
| Saturday | Monday 6th Oct– Friday 19th Dec 2025 | 10 Weeks | 11th Oct, 18th Oct, 25th Oct, 1st Nov, 8th Nov, 15th Nov, 22nd Nov, 29th Nov, 6th Dec, 13th Dec | – |
| TERM 1 | |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | Saturday |
| Wednesday 29 January – Friday 4 April 2025 | Wednesday 29 January – Friday 4 April 2025 |
| Dates Wednesday | Dates Saturday |
| 29th Jan, 5th Feb, 12th Feb, 19th Feb, 26th Feb, 5th March, 12th March, 19th March, 26th March, 2nd April | 1st Feb, 8th Feb, 15th Feb, 22nd Feb, 1st March, 8th March, 15th March, 22nd March, 29th March |
| 9 Weeks | 9 Weeks |
| Holiday: 10th March 2025 Labour Day |
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| TERM 2 | |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | Saturday |
| Tuesday 22nd April – Friday 4 July 2025 | Tuesday 22nd April – Friday 4 July 2025 |
| Dates Wednesday | Dates Saturday |
| 23rd April, 30th April, 7th May, 14th May, 21st May, 28th May, 4th June, 11th June, 18th June, 25th June, 2nd July | 26th April, 3rd May, 10th May, 17th May, 24th May, 31st May, 7th June, 14th June, 21st June, 28th June |
| 11 Weeks | 10 Weeks |
| Holiday: NONE | Holiday: NONE |
| TERM 3 | |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | Saturday |
| Monday 21st July – Friday 19th September 2025 | Monday 21st July – Friday 19th September 2025 |
| Dates Wednesday | Dates Saturday |
| 23rd July, 30th July 6th Aug, 13th Aug, 20th Aug, 27th Aug, 3rd Sept, 10th Sept, 17th Sept, 24th Sept | 26th July, 2nd Aug, 9th Aug, 16th Aug, 23rd Aug, 30th Aug, 6th Sept, 13th Sept |
| 10 Weeks | 8 Weeks |
| Holiday: NONE | Holiday: NONE |
| TERM 4 | |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | Saturday |
| Monday 6th Oct– Friday 19th Dec 2025 | Monday 6th Oct– Friday 19th Dec 2025 |
| Dates Wednesday | Dates Saturday |
| 8th Oct, 15th Oct, 22nd Oct, 29th Oct, 5th Nov, 12th Nov,19th Nov, 26th Nov, 3rd Dec, 10th Dec, 17th Dec | 11th Oct, 18th Oct, 25th Oct, 1st Nov, 8th Nov, 15th Nov, 22nd Nov, 29th Nov, 6th Dec, 13th Dec |
| 11 Weeks | 10 Weeks |
| Holiday: 4th Nov 2025 Melbourne Cup |
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BERNIES MUSIC SCHOOL POLICIES
We are pleased to offer term-by-term lessons. This allows you to lock in a time that suits you best and enjoy this regular lesson time.
Lesson fees are paid per term, in advance or on the day of the first lesson, by bank deposit, EFTPOS, visa or MasterCard in person or by phoning (03) 9872 5122.
Invoices are sent by email a few days before the start of each term. Payment can be made instore, by phone, or by direct debit.
To Book a Lesson Time: A deposit of $50 is required when booking a new lesson time or re-enrolling for the next term to guarantee your time. This is deducted from the term’s fees.
First Consultation: (For new students) of 30 minutes can be booked for $65, paid on booking.
Concerts
- Students are requested to participate in the Bernies Music School concerts. We ask you to support this great experience.
Copyright
- Photocopying of Copyright music is illegal and heavy fines apply. Music that is currently for sale is not, by law, permitted to be copied.
Bernies Music Land does not allow photocopied material on the premises and accepts no responsibility on any teachers or students
behalf for infringement of this Copyright Law.
Missed Lessons or Late Attendance
- Unfortunately, we are not able to provide credits or refunds for missed or cancelled lessons. The teacher is booked to be here at the time
reserved for you and has a full schedule of classes. - If your teacher is ill or away, a replacement teacher from our awesome team will teach you on that day.
- As we stick to a tight schedule, if you are late for your lesson, your lesson will still have to finish at the original scheduled time.
Examinations
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All music examinations are booked independently via student thru websites of ANZCA, AMEB, Trinity, ABRSM and St Cecilia School of Music.
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Students must be with the same teacher for a minimum of 6 months of lessons prior to submitting for exam entry. Students planning for an exam will require longer or additional lessons, so please plan this early with your teacher. Additional time is billed at your usual lesson rate at the time of booking.
Photo, Video and Recording
- From time to time, Bernies Music Land takes photos or recordings at our wonderful events, including the Bernies Music School Concert. These may be used for Bernies Music Land’s promotional purposes. To opt out, please email info@musicland.com.au.
Acceptance
- Bernies Music School is a service for customers of Bernies Music Land and we reserve all rights of acceptance.
- Enrolment to Bernies Music School indicates acceptance of these policies.