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Mr Miguel 

Guitar

(and beginner keys)

Miguel is an inspiring and versatile musician whose journey into music began a little later than most — and that is exactly what makes his story so powerful. Growing up without a strong musical background, he discovered music at the age of 20 when he joined an academy in his home country in Latin America. What began as curiosity quickly became a calling. From that moment on, Miguel committed himself wholeheartedly to building a life in music.

His first major experience was performing in a school marching band, where he developed a strong foundation as a drummer. That experience sparked a deep love of rhythm, discipline, and ensemble performance. Driven by genuine passion and determination, Miguel went on to teach himself guitar, piano and bass, constantly expanding his musical language and technical skills. His curiosity for sound continues to grow — with aspirations to learn violin and saxophone in the future — reflecting his belief that a great musician never stops learning.

Miguel completed a Creative Arts degree at the University of Wollongong, specialising in orchestral composition as well as mixing and mastering. This formal training gave him a deep understanding of musical structure, arrangement, tone, and production. His background allows him not only to perform confidently across multiple instruments, but also to guide students in understanding how music fits together — from rhythm and harmony through to recording and sound design.

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Beyond his musical ability, Miguel is known for his warm, approachable personality and thoughtful teaching style. He is naturally friendly and encouraging, while also being thorough and detail-oriented in his lessons. He believes that every student learns differently and takes the time to understand their goals, strengths and challenges. Whether working with beginners taking their very first steps, or more advanced students refining technique and musicality, Miguel brings patience, structure and genuine enthusiasm to every lesson.

With a long-term goal of training as a music therapist, Miguel is deeply committed to the idea that music can transform lives. He is passionate about helping students build confidence, creativity and self-expression through music, and he works hard to create a positive, supportive learning environment where students feel safe to explore and grow.

Miguel’s journey proves that it is never too late to discover your passion — and his dedication, versatility and kindness make him a valued and inspiring member of our teaching team.

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