Dear families,

Thanks for opening the 4th fortnightly AHPA bulletin ☺️

TL;DR*

• Follow us on our instagram and facebook page.
• Sound absorption panels have been installed to minimise noise pollution between studios.
• Review Raffle: Enter to win a free lesson in Term 2 by publishing or sending a new review for All Hands Piano Academy (details below).
• Term 1 runs from Monday 2 February to Thursday 2 April (Easter public holidays are not included in Term 1).
• Other term dates are listed below.
• ​Expressions of interest are open for upcoming recitals and school holiday programs (minimum numbers required to proceed).
• Fortnightly bulletins are sent every second Saturday morning with key updates and reminders. Anyone can subscribe here.

*In case you're not up to date with the latest internet lingo, TL;DR is shorthand for 'too long, didn't read'...it's a summary for those who don't have time for too many details! ☺️

Follow Us on Social Media

Our instagram and facebook pages need a little love. Please consider following us, shareingour content, and helping us to spread the word about our academy.

Sound Absorption Panels

Neon has installed some sound absorption panels in our small studios. We are hopeful that they will help to absorb some sound and minimise the noisiness. We look forward to your feedback!

[reminder] Review Raffle

AHPA is seeking new reviews. If you'd like to go into a raffle to win a free lesson in Term 2, please either:

1. ​Publish a review on google and send a a screenshot to emma@allhandspianoacademy.com; OR
2. Email your review + star rating (out of five) to emma@allhandspianoacademy.com

If you are comfortable doing so, please mention your teacher's name in the review ☺️

All reviews will be published on our website.

The winner of the raffle will be announced at the end of Term 1.

[reminder] Term dates

Term 1 is an 8.5 week term, which runs from Monday 2nd February to Thursday 2nd April (inclusive). Easter Public Holidays (Fri 3rd - Sun 5th April) are not included in these term dates. Lessons may be arranged on these days if clients request them, in which case a separate invoice will be sent.

[reminder] Other Term Dates

Term 2 2026 runs from Monday 20th April to Sunday 5th July (inclusive).

Term 3 runs from Monday 20th July to Sunday 27th September (inclusive).

Term 4 runs from Monday 12th October until Sunday 20th December.

[reminder] Expression of Interest for Other Events...

Due to the considerable cost of running recitals and workshops, this year we will only be going ahead with the following events if we achieve a minimum number of registrations. To help us plan, it would be extremely helpful if you could express your interest via the links below.

Mid-Year Student Recital + Teacher Showcase​
What: A shared recital event featuring student performances alongside performances by our teaching staff.
When: Saturday 27 June, 4:00pm–6:30pm
​ Where: Turramurra Uniting Church
Express interest here.​

End-of-Year Recitals​
What: A series of small-group, end-of-year recitals designed to provide a more intimate and supportive performance experience for students.

When:

Saturday 28 November 4:00pm

Sunday 29 November, 10:00am

Saturday 5 December, 4:00pm

Sunday 6 December, 4:00pm

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​ Where: All Hands Piano Academy (Group Room)
​ Express interest here.​

AMEB Preparation Intensives (April and July School Holidays)​
​ What: A focused school-holiday program supporting students preparing for AMEB exams through aural skills, sight reading, performance practice, and mock exams.
​ When: April 15–17; July 8–10
​ Where: All Hands Piano Academy
​ Express interest here​

General Music Camp (October School Holidays)​
​ What: A school-holiday music camp open to all ages and stages, with activities and curriculum shaped by student and family interests.
​ When: Monday 5 October – Wednesday 7 October (3 full days).
​ Where: All Hands Piano Academy
​ Express interest here​

Many thanks for taking the time to read this ☺️

Emma Stephenson

Founder | All Hands Piano Academy