EUGENE DIPPENAAR

FOUNDER

I have an incredible passion for music education and my goals for the Global House of Music Group is to bring music to the students. I am formally trained pianist and vocalist and still enjoy teaching. I am honoured to be working with a group of music teachers that excel in their respective fields. The Global Group is a big part of my life and the lives of the teachers.

MONICA STRYDOM

TEACHES: Piano, Saxophone, Flute and Music Theory

Monica is our polymath: she plays and teaches a whopping seven instruments! She conducts lessons on them all: piano, flute, oboe, saxophone, clarinet, classical guitar and violin. Like all great music teachers, Monica has a soft spot for Mozart. And she believes music helps her to see life in a different, joyous way. All that joy and exuberance makes for a truly memorable learning experience.

ADRIAAN GERRYTS

TEACHES: Violin and Music Theory

Adriaan completed a Bachelor of Arts and Music degree at the University of Pretoria and is the violin teacher for Global House of Music. He conducts violin lessons both online and in person. He is currently completing a Suzuki teacher’s qualification. Adriaan enjoys composers from the romantic era; Mendelssohn, Bruch and Paganini. He’s a great admirer of Bach’s genius in harmony and Mozart’s witty elegance. Adriaan is a fine violinist and a fine music teacher.

TRAVIS MC DOWALL

TEACHES: Piano, Vocals Guitar and Music Theory

Travis McDowall holds a Bachelor of Music with Honours in composition and performance. One of his fondest memories is the guitar his uncle gave him, as well as his uncle’s large CD collection.
There, he discovered artists who would make a lasting impression on his musical taste: legends like Duke Ellington and Billy Holiday. At university he found even more inspiration in composers like Beethoven and John Williams. As you can see, this is one dynamic music teacher!

ATOSA KHALILI

TEACHES: Piano, Trumpet and Music Theory

Atosa Khalili completed her Bachelor of Music degree at the University of Pretoria in 2016, thereafter pursuing a Master of Music degree in Music Education at the same university, which she completed in 2020. The focus of her Masters degree was on the use of instructor- made video tutorials as a tool for teaching fundamental techniques to beginner trumpet learners. She has been playing piano throughout her life and started with the trumpet at the age of 12. Atosa is a firm believer in educating to enlighten and to impart knowledge to students of all ages.

CHESNEY PALMER

TEACHES: Piano and Music Theory

Chesney is a pianist, clarinettist and composer from South Africa with a keen interest in abstraction theories and the links between visual abstract art and music. As a synesthete, he uses his multi-associative experiences to explore abstract art in personal way that emphasises textures, shapes, line and colour in music.
He has completed his degree in music with honours (Bmus Hons) and has been under the tutelage of Dr Andile Khumalo, Dr Christopher Letcher, Dr Jonathan Crossley, Dr Cameron Harris and Dr Peter Cartwright (piano) and has received master classes from Lukas Ligeti, Kevin Volans and Professor Jeanne-Zaidel Rudolph.

MIKAIL SINGH

TEACHES: Piano, Vocals and Music Theory

My Name is Mikail Singh and I am an absolute music enthusiast I am a Pianist ,keyboardist and Vocalist and believe that music is life itself, To be able to pursue it everyday is the greatest gift . Being a mentor to my students on their journeys and teaching them is what I’m most passionate about, using comprehensive course work with the Intent of inspiring creativity, a place to dream and having fun whilst implementing perseverance and discipline is my teaching approach.

JACQUES DU TOIT

TEACHES: Guitar and Music Theory

Rock music is Jacques’ passion. He started his musical career at a young age, playing guitar in bands and churches. Jacques is active in the music industry, so you might just find him rocking out on a stage over weekends. He loves live performance as well as studio work, having worked with well known South African artists. But Jacques is just as passionate about teaching and sharing his skills with a new generation of rock musicians.

JAN-GEORGE DE LANGE

TEACHES: Piano

Jan has an impressive resume of achievements and awards for piano performance and music theory. He completed his Bachelor of Music with Honours in 2015 and has been a music teacher ever since! He’s passionate about music education. Seeing his students achieve their goals is especially important for Jan. As a seasoned music teacher with many years of experience, Jan teaches beginners and advanced students.

PETER ORZCY

TEACHES: Piano, Vocals Guitar and Music Theory

Sometimes, music education runs in the family. Music was always a central part of Peter’s life; his uncle was a professional guitarist. He studied drama and jazz at Pretoria Technikon and completed grades in guitar and theory through UNISA. He’s been a full-time music teacher for 12 years. He’s also performed at the Barnyard Theatre. Peter teaches mostly band instruments; bass, guitar, keyboards, drums.

BOIPELO GALEBOE

TEACHES: Violin and Music Theory

Boipelo Galeboe is a young talented violin teacher, she completed her grade 7 violin performance with Trinity London College and Theory with Association Board of Royal School of Music. She has performed with many orchestras including the KZNPO and participated in the Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival. One of her greatest accomplishment is her student being the second runner-up in Talent Africa, National Competition. She has entered students in the Trinity exams with all of them getting a distinction. To her, teaching is more than job, it’s something she is very passionate about.

LIA VAN DER WALT

TEACHES: Piano and Music Theory

Lia holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Pretoria. Her first instrument was flute and she played for the University’s orchestra and wind band. Lia teaches piano and flute for students of all ages at Global House of Music. As a music teacher, Lia brings a warm, empathic approach.

Elizabeth KRYNAUW

TEACHES: Piano and Music Theory

Passionate and dedicated Music Educator. Promote Music Literacy as a medium to enhance the student’s ability to master music in a short time span. Elizabeth has been a music teacher for more than 30 years. She holds a D Mus in Piano performance from UNISA.

MICHAELA CLAASSEN

TEACHES: Piano and Music Theory

Michaela has just completed her Bachelor of Education at the University of Pretoria, triple majoring in Music, English and Psychology. She aims to one day complete her PhD in Educational Psychology, with the inclusion of Music Therapy and Music Psychology. Michaela started the piano at the age of 6, and the drums at the age of 12. Michaela has a strong love for Music teaching and puts her all into creating fun and creative lessons to help students achieve their goals.