Ortigia
Music Academy
founded by Ariane Jurriaanse
Inspirational teaching

Perform in Concerts and Recitals

Choose to have your lessons at home, online or at your teacher’s studio

Collect your Music Miles as you progress

Ortigia's Approach

Every student arrives with their own unique personality, interests and aspirations. Some are naturally confident: others need a little more time to learn to believe in themselves and their abilities. Some enjoy performing from the very beginning whilst others love the quiet pleasures of playing at home. There is no single path through music, and that is exactly how it should be!

At Ortigia Music Academy, we believe that the best teaching begins with understanding the individual. Lessons are carefully planned around each student, combining high musical standards, patience, encouragement and a genuine passion for music.

We want to help every student to thrive and develop musical confidence, curiosity, resilience and a lifelong love for music.

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Music Miles

Music Miles is Ortigia Music Academy's own musical rewards programme, designed to encourage and celebrate every part of a student's musical journey.

Students collect Music Miles throughout the year by taking part in lessons, practising regularly and embracing the many experiences that help them grow as musicians. As Music Miles are collected, students progress through academy milestones and can enjoy a range of special musical rewards, experiences and opportunities.

At Ortigia Music Academy, we believe that learning music extends far beyond the lesson itself. Progress is not measured only by examinations or the pieces a student can play, but by the habits they develop, the curiosity they show and the enjoyment they discover along the way. Music Miles celebrates that journey.

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Instruments

We offer lessons for a wide range of different instruments.
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Piano Lessons

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Violin Lessons

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Voice Lessons

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Guitar Lessons

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Music Theory Lessons

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Cello Lessons

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Flute Lessons

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Clarinet Lessons

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Drum Lessons

  • Thank you for being an incredible piano teacher, you have made a profound impact on the way I view music and on playing the piano. Thank you also for giving me the confidence to apply for the scholarship and to participate in more performances
    Anastasia
    Piano Student
  • Thank you ever so much for everything you have done for me over the years. I have grown so much, not only as a pianist but as a person thanks to you! I cannot believe how how fast these years have gone, and how quickly our lessons always go, and I am definitely going to miss our Saturday morning catch ups and finding new favourite pieces to play. I will always remember the music and life lessons you have taught me. You have inspired me to never give up and to never worry about what the future might bring. Most importantly you have caused my love for music and playing the piano to grow and grow and grow.
    Emily
    Piano Student
  • I am so grateful for your piano wisdom, not only have I certainly improved greatly, but I am also now a big fan of Clara Schumann!
    Kitty
    Piano Student
  • You might be surprised to see your name in the acknowledgements section in my (recently published) book of poetry - but the truth is, our piano lessons together where really fundamental for me in approaching the arts in a different way - not as something to get high marks or take exams in, but to discover the love and passion in music and to enjoy them for their own sake. You were a very inspirational presence in my life during such an important time of my development. THANK YOU for all you have shown and taught me, I cherish the memories!
    Lavinia
    Piano Student
  • I am incredibly lucky to have had you as a piano teacher, you have been really inspiring and encouraging. Thank you so much for everything you have done!
    Shirley
    Piano Student
  • Thank you for all your care, support, patience and encouragement and belief in me, your guidance has been inspirational!
    Shireen
    Piano Student
  • Thank you for being such an amazing piano teacher, it wouldn’t be Christmas without you!
    Arabella
    Piano Student
  • Thank you for being such an inspiring and lovely piano teacher! I have so much enjoyed my lessons with you and have very much looked forward to them every week! I really loved working on the Chopin Waltz with you because you seem so passionate about it!
    Julia
    Piano Student
  • Thank you so much for your guidance, the scholar’s concert was definitely one of the highlights of my musical career so far. Thank you for your patient teaching and also for your very helpful and caring words
    Charlotte
    Piano Student
  • Thank you so so much for being such a wonderful piano teacher to me throughout the past years. Your love and passion for music is truly ne of the reasons I have come to enjoy playing the piano so much. Thank you ever so much for all you have done for me!
    Karolina
    Piano Student
  • We cannot thank you enough for all the support and time you have given Leah, we really appreciate it!! We never thought she would be gaining a music scholarship. It is down to you and all your support, care, hard work and time you have given Leah. You are a true inspiration to her!
    Jay
    Piano Student Parent