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Music is a human language -
abstract, imperfect and deeply personal.

I mentor ordinary humans who want music to be part of their real, everyday lives… not a performance, not a competition, not something reserved for "influencers" or the “gifted.”

I believe in small steps, slow growth, and the kind of boredom that leads somewhere interesting.
I embrace error. I value patience. I honour the long game of learning.

Music is something that stays with you long after the world’s noise has run its course. It can be a life saver.


My work is to provide the context, guidance and opportunities you need to grow into a musician who can think, feel, play and develop with honesty.

Through 1:1 mentoring, thoughtful arrangements and compositions, and intimate performances, I help people rediscover the music that has always been in them.

Music is for everybody - especially ordinary humans.

I create, teach and perform music with honesty, humour and humanity - helping musicians grow and listeners reconnect with sound.
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Piano Mentoring

Slow, thoughtful 1:1 sessions focused on real musicianship, curiosity and long-term growth. A supportive space for ordinary humans learning music at their own pace.

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Compositions

Justin blends classical training with a wide musical palette to create virtuosic, original and sometimes humorous pieces. He also crafts personalised arrangements tailored to any playing level.

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Recitals

Intimate recitals featuring Justin’s original works and reimagined classics - performed with honesty, curiosity and a deeply human touch.

Liam

“I had the privilege of learning piano with Justin James for around five years. Justin was able to tailor how he taught to fit with how I needed to learn and made lessons both interesting and entertaining. His musical knowledge knows no limits, there was never a single question I threw at him that he didn’t have the answer to. Justin creates a learning environment that is supportive, encouraging and highly effective. His professionalism, skill, and sublte sense of humour make the learning process enjoyable as well as productive. I would highly recommend Justin to anyone seeking a dedicated, insightful, and truly exceptional piano teacher.” 

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MUSIC TO YOUR EARS

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About

Justin James B(Mus)

Born in Adelaide and shaped by years in Perth, Sydney and Los Angeles, Justin is a classically trained pianist (WAAPA) and composer with a wide musical vocabulary and a deep love of music education. He has released several classical albums, written a book on the state of music learning today, and is currently working on a documentary exploring art in a noisy era. His work spans original compositions, arrangements across countless genres and intimate recitals - all grounded in a human, honest approach to music-making.

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Notes from an Ordinary Musician

Occasional reflections on music, learning and the creative life - written for ordinary musicians who care about sound, attention and honest growth. No noise. No clutter. No spam.

Expect one or two emails a month - only when there's something worth saying.

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