Music lessons on the Gold Coast and Tweed Heads
For kids, teens and adults. Complete beginners to advanced players.
Drums • Piano • Guitar • Singing • DJ • Saxophone • Bass • Band Programs
★ 5.0 Google reviews · Working musician teachers · Blue Card & WWCC checked
Now open in Tweed Heads
8/31 Stuart Street, Tweed Heads
Mon-Fri 2pm-7pm · Sat 9am-2pm
Guitar, drums, piano and singing. Same method, same family.
Never played before? Perfect.
Your first lesson is about having fun and finding your feet.
From there you follow a clear path towards playing on a real stage.
Live gigs every month. Miami Marketta and other Gold Coast venues.
Termly video showcases. Every student is recorded, so you keep the performance.
Band programs. Learn to play with other people, not just on your own.
We don't just teach songs. We build confident performers.
Gold Coast and Tweed families trust HSM
★ 5.0 from 29 Google reviews
A clear path, not random lessons
Every student learns
through H → S → M.
The same letters as our name.
Habits – Build strong foundations
Study – Understand what they’re playing
Music – Apply it through real songs and performance
Every student knows what they're working on and what comes next.
Programs and Classes
Drum Lessons • Piano Lessons
Guitar Lessons • Singing Lessons
Bass Lessons • Saxophone Lessons
DJ Lessons • Band Programs
Early years 0-5 years old (coming in 2027)
Beginner to advanced. Clear pathways. Real performance opportunities.
Meet Your Teachers
Experienced teachers. Active working musicians. Supportive mentors
Omar Hanlon - Band Program Director
International touring professional with decades of stage experience, leading high-energy band rehearsals that turn individual practice into professional-level team performances.
Jenny Willett - Piano, Singing & Guitar Teacher
UK-born multi-instrumentalist with over a decade of performance experience, bringing high-energy, fun-filled lessons that build technical skill and creative confidence.
Jireh Upu - Drum Teacher
NZ-born with years of experience in church and live bands, helping students build confidence and rhythm through the music they love.
Built by the Hanlons
The Hanlon family has been performing, recording and teaching on the Gold Coast since the early 1970s. Two generations, four working musicians.
That's how we know which stages are worth playing and it's why our students get on them.
We're also proud to be a major sponsor of the Gold Coast Music Awards.
"I built HSM to be the place I wish I'd had growing up."
Saia Hanlon, Founder
What happens after you enquire?
Step 1:
Send an enquiry. It takes a minute.
Step 2:
We'll contact you that day to find a time that suits.
Step 3:
Come in for a trial lesson and meet your teacher.
Step 4:
If it feels right, we lock in your weekly time.
Simple, friendly and guided from the start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you teach beginners?
Yes. Many of our students start with no experience at all.
What ages do you teach?
Kids, teens and adults, generally from 5 years old.
How much are lessons?
Private lessons start from $45.
What's taught at Tweed Heads?
Guitar, drums, piano, bass and singing. Our Miami studio also teaches saxophone, DJ and band programs.
Do students really perform?
Yes. We run live gigs every month at venues like Miami Marketta, plus termly video showcases where every student is recorded.
Do I need my own instrument?
You'll need one to practise at home. HSM students get 5% off at Gold Coast Music in Southport.
How long are lessons?
30 minutes.
What if we miss a lesson?
A make take home lesson will be arranged.
Are your teachers child-safety checked?
Every teacher at our Miami studio holds a current Queensland Blue Card. Every teacher at our Tweed Heads studio holds a current NSW Working with Children Check.
Where are you?
6/18 Mountain View Avenue, Miami QLD and 8/31 Stuart Street, Tweed Heads NSW.
Ready To Start?
Spots fill quickly.
Book a trial lesson today and see the difference structure and performance make.
MIAMI
6/18 Mountain View Avenue, Miami QLD 4220
Mon-Fri 1pm-9pm · Sat 9am-2pm
TWEED HEADS
8/31 Stuart Street, Tweed Heads NSW 2485
Mon-Fri 2pm-7pm · Sat 9am-2pm
Call or text: 0499 245 899
Saia & Wife, Angie Hanlon at The Gold Coast Music Awards
A message from the owner.
"I created Hanlon School of Music to build the kind of place I wish existed when I was growing up. A space where kids, teens and adults could learn music in an environment that feels creative, welcoming and inspiring.
Music has always been more than just notes and songs to me. It builds confidence, focus, resilience and connection. I’ve seen firsthand how learning an instrument helps people express themselves, grow as individuals and feel part of something bigger than themselves.
Today, my biggest motivation comes from my family and from seeing the next generation walk through our doors. Every student deserves a place where they feel supported, encouraged and excited to grow through music.
Hanlon School of Music is built on community, positivity and the belief that music should be fun, empowering and accessible to everyone. We’re proud to be a local family business and grateful to every parent and student who trusts us to be part of their journey."
- Saia Hanlon,
Owner and Founder of Hanlon School of Music
