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Teaching
 
"I expect to pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do, any kindness I can show to my fellow human beings let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again".

- attributed to Stephen Grellet

As well as composing music and producing albums Martin Mackerras has been teaching music for the past 15 years, a role he takes very seriously. As a Fulbright Scholar he took his clarinet playing to the highest level at the Manhattan School of Music under the world famous clarinettist Charles Neidich. He has been on staff at Shelford Girls Grammar for the past 5 years where he teachers clarinet and saxophone. He also runs the Senior Concert Band and the wood wind component for both the Yr. 5 and Yr. 7 music performance program. He is a sessional teacher at many private schools around Melbourne, including Avila College, Ivanhoe Girls Grammar, Camberwell Grammar and Monash University as well as a having a thriving private practice. Martin is well experienced in taking students through AMEB exams, mentoring professionals as well as playing for pleasure in different styles from classical to Jazz and pop. He is a sort after clarinetist/saxophonist playing with such diverse artists as Laura Jean (new folk), Sally Saltmann (pop), Spiel Azoi (Klezmer) and Bolt Ensemble (contemporary classical). His skills as a performer, composer/song writer and arranger/producer he sees as part of his dynamic and inspirational teaching practice. Martin is registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.

Contact Martin at
mmackerras@bigpond.com
Mobile 0407 854 924

Testimonials

Apart from his great musicality, Martin has endeared himself to our family because of his buoyant personality; his integrity and principals, his pursuit of excellent in every aspect of his activities. He is reliable and totally trustworthy and has inspired not only our daughter but our whole family with his zest for music and indeed life.

Proff. Robert C Atkins (father)

Martin is a highly skilled teacher who brings excellent woodwind (clarinet and saxophone) piano, composition and arranging to his work. He is organized and committed to his students. Martin is able to present innovative and exciting lessons that cater for a wide range of abilities and interests. He has excellent performance skills and his professional career has provided students with a real insight into the music industry.

Roxanne Lascaris (Head of Music, Avila College)

Martin's humble manner belies his extraordinary musical talents. He consistently demonstrates a courteous, enthusiastic an encouraging manner to both students and staff alike, consequently Martin is an admired and highly valued member of the Shelford Community.

Jean McQuarie (Head of Music, Shelford Girls Grammar)

I have found him to be eminently reliable and utterly trustworthy in every way. His rapport with students is warm and friendly and professional in every way. He insists on good formal playing techniques and positions and has insisted in establishing healthy practice methods.

Trevor Henley (Head of Music Camberwell Grammar)

Martin is a highly respected member of our music staff who is committed to introducing young people to music and to sharing his knowledge and experience with his students. His involvement with our music program has been warm and generous.

Sr. Patricia Nunan R. S. C. ( Past Principal, St . Columbas College)