Devi Mamak

Composer and Piano Teacher
in the Blue Mountains
CONTACT

Devi Mamak

Composer and Piano Teacher
in the Blue Mountains
CONTACT
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Enjoy Music for Life!

Due to the Covid 19 Pandemic Devi is now offering ZOOM lessons to all of her students! Its easy and Devi can help you every step of the way.
Please contact Devi for more info.

What will students learn?

Whilst the lessons are and should be fun, I also pride myself in laying a strong foundation for each student in:
• Technique
• Theory
• Scales
• Chords
• Musicality
• Composition
• Timing
• Creativity
• A range of different styles from classical through to modern styles.

Where are lessons held?

I like lessons to be held in a relaxed and stress free environment and where I have access to both an electric piano and a grand piano. For this reason lessons are generally held in my home at Woodford in the Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia.

What ages do you teach?

All ages! I have taught children as young as 4 and as mature as 75! Whether you are a brand new beginner, returning to the piano after many years break, been learning by yourself for awhile or looking for a new teacher I can help you to achieve your goals.

How long does a lesson go for and how much does it cost?

This depends on your age, and your goals. Lessons are generally 1/2 hour, 45 minutes or 1 hour.

Call or email to discuss prices. Cost is reasonable and within the industry standard. Payment plans are also available.

I will be able to assess you during the first free consultation lesson as to how long the lesson should be to start with and we can discuss price from there.

What about exams?

Many of my students choose to do exams and I am happy to help them through this process. I take students through Trinity College, ANZCA, or the AMEB syllabus. Over the years everyone of my students have achieved excellent results with either honours or merit results and I am there to help them every step of the way.

What if I’m not interested in exams?

That’s fine! Many of my students choose not to sit for exams for multiple reasons. Instead we may focus on improvisational skills , learning music that you choose or working on your very own composition including a little bit of technology if required so I can teach you how to type set your very own piano compositions!

 

Enjoy Music for Life!

Due to the Covid 19 Pandemic Devi is now offering ZOOM lessons to all of her students! Its easy and Devi can help you every step of the way.
Please contact Devi for more info.

What will students learn?

Whilst the lessons are and should be fun, I also pride myself in laying a strong foundation for each student in:
• Technique
• Theory
• Scales
• Chords
• Musicality
• Composition
• Timing
• Creativity
• A range of different styles from classical through to modern styles.

Where are lessons held?

I like lessons to be held in a relaxed and stress free environment and where I have access to both an electric piano and a grand piano. For this reason lessons are generally held in my home at Woodford in the Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia.

What ages do you teach?

All ages! I have taught children as young as 4 and as mature as 75! Whether you are a brand new beginner, returning to the piano after many years break, been learning by yourself for awhile or looking for a new teacher I can help you to achieve your goals.

How long does a lesson go for & how much does it cost?

This depends on your age, and your goals. Lessons are generally 1/2 hour, 45 minutes or 1 hour.

Call or email to discuss prices. Cost is reasonable and within the industry standard. Payment plans are also available.

I will be able to assess you during the first free consultation lesson as to how long the lesson should be to start with and we can discuss price from there.

What about exams?

Many of my students choose to do exams and I am happy to help them through this process. I take students through Trinity College, ANZCA, or the AMEB syllabus. Over the years everyone of my students have achieved excellent results with either honours or merit results and I am there to help them every step of the way.

What if I’m not interested in exams?

That’s fine! Many of my students choose not to sit for exams for multiple reasons. Instead we may focus on improvisational skills , learning music that you choose or working on your very own composition including a little bit of technology if required so I can teach you how to type set your very own piano compositions!

 

Ask about your

first free lesson:

Email:

DeviMamak@CaravanDanceCompany.com.au

Phone:

+61 419184231

My Philosophy

I understand that each student has different goals and needs and so therefore tailor my lessons to suit each individual. I have always prided myself on being a thorough and patient teacher.

To me, being a pianist or a musician of any kind is about expressing the music, learning how to listen and to be creative. I love the idea of helping my students play music for the rest of their lives – whether it be professionally or privately for themselves.

Music is the food of the soul and is such an integral part our lives. It is the universal language and will bring you joy for the rest of your life.

My Story

“”Devi Mamak ATCL (performers) LTCL (teachers). Born in Berkeley California, Devi and her family moved to Hawaii and Fiji before settling in Sydney, Australia.

Coming from a long line of musicians and artists, Devi started studying classical piano at the age of five under the tutelage of her mother – well known teacher and composer, Natasha Ivanovsky Perkins.”

After many years of practice, study and teaching piano, I took a break from serious playing to have my family and to focus on my career as a professional dancer. In this field, I am renowned teacher, choreographer and performer with sell out workshops and shows around the world.

In recent years, my passion for the piano and music has been reignited. I am excited to bring an eclectic mix of world music, blues, jazz and classical music into the 21st century, creating music that is romantic, passionate and multilayered. I am proud to say, a few of my recent pieces have been picked for the ANZCA syllabus (grade 6 and 7).

I still travel the world teaching and performing dance and have most recently started performing my own piano compositions for well known dancers around the world including Australia, China, Japan and the USA.

Most recently, I’ve been enjoying collaborating with other musicians on several different projects and composing . These shall be available on all the usual platforms sometime in 2020 so keep watching this space for more information.

I have published my first book of compositions “Five Eclectic Pieces for Piano”, please contact me at devimamak@ghawazicaravan.com or phone +61 419184231 or purchase online below.

Events

Live at Amera’s Palace Marrickville

FRIDAY, APRIL 14, 2023 AT 6 PM
caravandancecompany.com.au/product/tickets/

Devi Mamak and the Caravan Dance company AND introducing the Caravan Band!
Devi has been busy during the pandemic fusing her love of dance and live music into one cohesive show!
Join Devi and her talented ensemble of dancers and musicians for 1.5 hours of live music and dance. All of the music are original compositions and arrangements by Devi and the band. The music is a combination of Devis knowledge of classical music, fascination with jazz and love of world music. The original new music is mysterious, eclectic, passionate and multilayered. Sometimes soothing to soul and sometimes eminently danceable
The Caravan Dance Company mirror the music with original choreographies by Devi and the dance troupe. This will be a fusion of transcultural dance inspired by both Western and Eastern traditions and folkloric styles, presenting a rich tapestry of sound, costume and dance artistry. A fusion of multicultural dances, greatly inspired by the traditional and folkloric styles of the East, presented in an excitingly theatrical manner with music, elaborate costume and artistic skill.

And to add to the excitement we will be joined by special guest dancers Jrisi Jusakos and Natalie Garrow!

 

Featuring:
Devi Mamak: Piano, zills, dance
Colin Berryman: Sitar
Stuart Vandegraaff: Saxophone, Ney
Sean Niven: Bass
Ali Higson: Egyptian Tabla
April Erzetich: Egyptian Tabla
Kalon Captain: Drum set
Cristie Fuller: Dance
Catherine Obrien: Dance
Diane Vogt: Dance
Special guests
Jrisi Jusakos: Dance
Natalie Garrow: Dance
Grab your tix here!
https://caravandancecompany.com.au/product/tickets/
Devi Mamak and the Caravan Band
+ Routes Trio

 

SUNDAY, APRIL 16, 2023 AT 7 PM
LazyBones Lounge Restaurant & Bar
moshtix.com.au/v2/event/dmc/150344

𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐢 𝐌𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝 are a fusion of transcultural music inspired by western and eastern traditions.
Band leader and world renowned dancer 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐢 𝐌𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐤 has combined her knowledge of classical music, fascination with jazz and love of world music to compose and arrange original new music that is mysterious, eclectic, passionate and multilayered. Sometimes soothing to soul and sometimes eminently danceable.
As a special treat they will be joined by special guest dancers 𝐉𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐨𝐬 and 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 who will become a physical manifestation of the music.
Featuring:
Devi Mamak: Piano, zills, dance
Colin Berryman: Sitar
Stuart Vandegraaff: Saxophone, Ney
Sean Niven: Bass
Ali Higson: Egyptian Tabla
Kalon Captain: Drum set
Jrisi Jusakos: Dance
Natalie Harvey: Dance
𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐨 – The Routes is a new trio led by 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗩𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗮𝗳𝗳, featuring the stunning percussion of 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐰𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐬 and strings virtuoso 𝐄𝐥𝐬𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞. They perform globally influenced rhythmic-based original Australian compositions and wonderfully enmeshed improvisations.
5pm Doors 🍷
6.30pm Bands 🎤
$25+bf entry
$40+bf entry includes a meal 🥘
https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/dmc/150344

Shop

Full Length Original Album

New! Devi’s first full length album!
A world fusion album with all original compositions and arrangements with a classical/jazz flair. Beautiful to listen to and eminently danceable.

$20

Book of Compositions

A book of Devi’s compositions for Piano.
The Little Dancer (for Dia), BlueNocturne, On the Rocks, Mephisto Blues and Water Nymphs.

$22

Testimonials

Devi is a great teacher and I have learned a lot from her lessons. She has taught me about chords and improvising, which I am really enjoying at the moment.
Hannah, age 16

Since starting piano lessons with Devi our daughter’s playing has become beautifully expressive and confident. She never needs a reminder to practice. Devi is a fabulous teacher.
Elisabeth

Devi has always worked with our daughter’s strengths, and is understanding in regards to her learning style. She is respectful, warm and gentle.
Kylie

Recordings

Ask about your first free  lesson

…or ask me a question!

Email:

DeviMamak@CaravanDanceCompany.com.au

Phone:

+61 419184231