Bulletin #9 (Deposits Due Soon, Group Class + more)


Dear families,

Thanks again for taking the time to stay updated on all things AHPA.

Apologies for the tardy delivery of this email. I normally like to send these at 8am on Saturday morning. I'm a few hours behind schedule today.

TL;DR, for those who don't want details 😉

  • 50% Deposits are due by the end of next week (31st May)
  • Expressions of Interest for Saturday group class at 4:30pm (for young vplease email).
  • [Reminder] All AHPA students are encouraged to perform at the recital.
  • [Reminder] Purchase recital tickets here; performers must buy a “Participating Family” ticket. Sat 27th June @ Turramurra Uniting Church. Staggered warm ups from 4pm. Performances from 4:45pm.
  • [Reminder] Leo Chin: New Teaching Artist
  • [Reminder] *NEW* Refer-a-friend policy: $10 credit (unlimited) when a new client names you at sign-up
  • [Reminder] Amélie Gnatek now offering morning lessons (email to request)
  • [Reminder] No lessons on public holiday Jun 8; 2026 term dates available online

Details, for those who like them 😉

50% Deposits are due by the end of next week (31st May)

A gentle reminder that your 50% deposits for term fees are due by the end of next week (31st May). Please search your inboxes for your invoice which came via Square and make sure you pay the 50% deposit to avoid incurring a $50 late fee.

Saturday Afternoon Group Class: Expressions of Interest Open

If you have younger children who are looking to start lessons at All Hands Piano Academy, you may be interested in the group class we are proposing:

Duration: 45 minutes
​Time: 4:30pm
​Day: Saturdays (during school term)
​Teacher: Polina​
​Ages: 4 - 6 yrs
​Fees: $49.50 for 45 minutes (equivalent to $30 for 30 mins + GST).
​Maximum number of children: 5
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Depending on your requests, the group class would cover a combination of piano and singing, or just piano. Please let us know your preference.

Email emma@allhandspianoacademy.com to express interest.
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[Reminder] The Recital: Why You Should Come!

At past recitals, many students have not attended due to not feeling ready to perform solo in front of an audience. This year, to encourage all students to attend, we are providing students with an opportunity to see some of our teachers perform ☺️

This way, it is still a valuable experience even for students who are not wanting to perform solo.

We've also changed the time to a late afternoon event, to try to minimise clashes with other Saturday activities.

So please, if you've never attended a recital, consider making this your first one ☺️...it will be the most memorable recital yet!

[Reminder] Recital Registration and Tickets

​Purchase tickets for our Mid-year Recital here.

To officially register for performance, please purchase a "Participating Family" ticket. That is all you need to do for now.

I will reach out to all participating families closer to the date asking you to send me your repertoire details and scheduling requests.

The participating family includes tickets for 2 audience members and helps to cover the costs of putting on the event. Additional tickets can be purchased on the event page. Babies and Toddlers (ages 2 and under) get free entry but please add their tickets (zero dollars) to your cart when purchasing your tickets so that we have an idea of numbers.

Warm ups will be staggered from 4pm. Doors will open at 4:30pm. Performances will commence at approximately 4:45pm.

Thank you to our incredible teachers Neon, Amélie, Polina + Leo for agreeing to showcase their talents at the recital! I will also be there to accompany our debut choir performance. AHPA anthem coming soon...

[Reminder] Leo Chin: New Teaching Artist

Our newest recruit, Leo Chin is available on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays to teach both piano and flute. Leo comes highly recommended by his students. Please help us spread the word ☺️...and don't forget to get your friends to mention your name when they book their trial (see details below).

[Reminder] New Refer-a-Friend Policy

Our refer-a-friend policy has changed, starting from this term.

From now on, you will receive a $10 discount (unlimited times), applied to your next invoice, every time a new clients puts your name in the "how did you hear about us" box prior to purchasing a trial lesson. All you have to do is tell your friends to mention your name when signing up (send them here https://allhandspianoacademy.com/contact_us).

[Reminder] Amélie is Teaching Mornings

Our beloved teacher Amélie Gnatek is opening up her calendar to teach lessons in the morning before school. If you are interested in morning lessons, please email me: emma@allhandspianoacademy.com

[Reminder] Term Dates & Public Holidays

Unless otherwise discussed, there will be no lessons on Monday 8th June (King's Birthday).

All term dates for 2026 are now viewable here.

Many thanks for taking the time to read this ☺️

Emma Stephenson

Founder | All Hands Piano Academy

All Hands Piano Academy

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