At the The International Artist Academy, we offer quality music lessons in Australia and aim with these music lessons to create the complete artist - singer, instrumentalist, and song-writer. In today's music industry, it is becoming increasingly difficult to succeed without being multi-skilled - many of the successful commercial 'artists' that we see on MTV or hear on radio are strong singers, unique song-writers who use instruments to help them write their material. At this academy, we firmly believe that it is our responsibility to give our students the opportunity to become ‘an artist', not just ‘a singer' - hence, we provide the highest level of music lessons and teaching in voice, piano, guitar and song-writing, with all techniques taught being world-renowned.
As part of the IAA vision, we believe that it is essential to give our students performance opportunities through fortnightly-run PERFORMANCE NIGHTS which serve to provide additional experience for our students on top of their music lessons. These showcases allow our students to develop their craft in becoming a "complete artist". Furthermore, the IAA offers its students professional recording experience, and with 2 high-tech recording studios in Melbourne, IAA students will understand the behind-the-scenes of the music industry.
We are not just another singing/music school like those around Australia - we are proud to be able to present our students with opportunities to get their music out onto the international stage.
Our mission statement is "making history" in the Australian and International Music Industry - with multiple multi-platinum and gold records on the way over the next 6 months, the IAA will be the biggest talking point in artist development in Australia.
However, we also strongly believe in our students creating their own "history" and this may mean recording an EP, simply working towards a first-time performance or writing/recording an original song. At the IAA, we believe in goal-setting and working with determination to reach these goals.
Current students Top 40 Australian Idol 2006, Miss Saigon 07, Boy from Oz Arena Spectacular, ShakeDown 2006, LICKS (Village Cinemas), Disney Japan/Malaysia, Alphastate. IAA has also been contracted by the NBL South Melbourne Dragons to provide singers for the National Anthem
Working together with Yin Yang Productions, the academy is already writing/producing hit songs internationally for: 'Jamx' (Disney, US) 'Ka-Tun (Johnny Company, Japan), Popstars (Warner, Germany), Jimi Blue (Universal, Germany), Shirose (Avex, Japan), Hirashi (Johnny Company, Japan) 'Cosima Devito' (Australia) 'Carissa' (Label TBA, US) 'Jai Rodriguez of ‘Queer Eye for the Straight Guy' US 'Lili Sandu' (Major, Europe) 'Daisy' (Universal, Germany) 'Jimi Blue' (Universal, Germany) 'Sibel' (Warner, Sweden)
Thanh Bui is the founder/director of the International Artist Academy. As an artist, Thanh has toured with the band "North" throughout Asia, securing five number 1 hits internationally (2004-06). As a song-writer, Thanh is co-director of Yin Yang Productions and has toured the world (US, UK, Europe) writing/co-writing with top songwriters worldwide (Andrew Lane - High School Musical, JR - Rihanna, Michael Scherchen - Sugarbabes, Marc Mozart - multi-platinum European producer etc) and has secured big song releases worldwide over the next 6 months (see Yin Yang Productions). As a vocal coach, he has taught/consulted for students in Top 40 Australian Idol, finals of Australia's Got Talent, Miss Saigon, Disney Japan ...
Thanh's vision brings a contemporary, up-to-date understanding of the current music environment, who believes that "singing schools" are one-dimensional and cannot give growth to developing talent. Working with the some of the world's most talented singers/producers/writers, Thanh has grown to understand that to increase the chances of success in the music business, being multi-skilled is vital.
"If you look at successful Australian artists like Delta Goodrem, Shannon Noll, Guy Sebastien, and internationally-acclaimed artists such Justin Timberlake, James Blunt, they are not only great singers, but can play an instrument and are talented songwriters. This is why I have created a vision to develop ARTISTS, not just singers."
"We aim to cater to each individual's needs - you may want to be the next Australian Idol, hit song-writer, or just take up an instrument as a hobby - we will make sure that your goals will be achieved."
Thanh is extremely passionate about giving each individual an opportunity to explore music as it is a language without barrier or prejudice. Together with a dynamic team of fine musicians, Thanh is building a strong Australian network of artists/songwriters to be able to compete with the world's best.
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As a Senior Associate Music coach, Emily has more than 6 years teaching experience covering a diverse range of instruments. Her expertise lies in developing singers of varying levels, whilst also providing tuition in piano, cello and Music Theory for all levels.
Emily has the following qualifications:
- Completed Bachelor of Music composition and performance at The University of Queensland.
- Completed AMEB Associate Diploma (AMUSA) in Piano
- Completed AMEB Associate Diploma (AMUSA) in Cello
- Completed Theory of Music Grade 1 to 5.
- Accompanist for exam students, singers and various performers.
- Over 10 years experience writing original songs, compositions and arrangement
As an artist, Emily has toured extensively throughout Australia as lead singer/songwriter in the original Melbourne band "Laney". The band has released 2 EPs over the last 4 years, has played all major venues throughout Melbourne as well as big festivals such as the Banyule Music Festival, Indie Festival. Her sound is extremely refreshing and brings together all her major influences such as Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, Etta James ...
As a song-writer/vocalist, Emily is signed to Yin Yang Productions, in which she has pending song releases in Europe over the coming months.
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As a Senior Associate Vocal Coach, Alf brings a distinct international flavor to his teaching. Having gained a Bachelor of Music with a Diploma of Education, he has achieved 5 number one hits as an artist and producer as well as multiple top ten hits across 7 countries.
Alf has toured the world as an artist performing his own hits as well as touring the world (UK, Europe, US) as a music producer writing and producing for international hit artists. With his wealth of knowledge in music production, Alf is responsible for producing IAA students' songs in order for them to be placed world-wide, a process that has lead to a growing list of hits internationally. He is also responsible for completing artist demos, albums etc .
Alf is also co-director of Yin Yang Productions - his skills as a vocal coach/ production coach/ music business coach are highly regarded as he continues to guide his students towards their musical goals.
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As an Associate teacher for IAA, Jorgette has now been teaching for more than 3 years, and performing for more than a decade.
As an Australian artist, she is a seasoned performer having appeared on all major television shows such as the Morning Show (Channel 9), Bert Newton Show (Channel 10), Star-Struck (Channel 9), Good Friday Appeal (Channel 7), Australian Idol (Channel 10) where has reached the Top 40 for the past 2 years. Furthermore, she has performed regularly at all major Melbourne venues such as Crown, Capers etc ...
As a songwriter, Jorgette is a strong member of the Yin Yang Productions team and has a song placement awaiting release by European artist, Safiye. With a wealth of experience as coach, artist and songwriter, Jorgette epitomizes the vision of the IAA.
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Annalise has gained an extensive background in performance, graduating from a Bachelor of Arts in Performance Studies, specialising in contemporary performance art and has trained under renowned international and local performance makers such as Barry Laing and Margaret Cameron. She has many years of dance and vocal training, from which she has gone on to do solo and group performances at major shopping centres and bars around Melbourne, most notably performing on Chanel 9 and on the main stage at Federation Square. She has also previously trained in modern and contemporary improvised dance, as well as drama, recently completing a lead role in an award winning state-wide cinema commercial and featuring in nation-wide magazine and newspaper adverts.
It is her passion and commitment for the performing arts that has seen her gain experience teaching music, dance and singing to people of all ages from little kids to fully-grown adults. And it is through Annalise's eclectic performance experience that she hopes to provide the students at the International Artist Academy with the skills not only to sing amazingly but also the tools in which to become self thinking artists capable of powerful and dynamic performances.
"Annalise is a unique artist with remarkable ability and vision...I believe she is an artist to look out for!"- Ramando Cortese (Ranters Theatre)
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In his short time in Melbourne, Curt has narrated the thirteen hour audio book, CALLISTO, by Torsten Krol, for Bolinda Publishing. He has also been a Featured Entertainer at Crown Casino.
Curt Skinner is excited about the wonderful opportunity to teach Voice, Acting, Audition Techniques, Improvisation and all American accents here in Australia, and it is a pleasure for IAA to welcome him to its family of world-class instructors.
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Ash is an emerging artist in the Melbourne music scene, performing with some of the biggest names in the Australian music industry such as Gary Pinto, Andrew De Silva, Joel Turner, Paulini, Emily Williams, Jade McCrae ... Ash sings with a number of bands around Melbourne and has performed at all major venues.
Ash is also a multi-talented instrumentalist. His skill set consists of instruments such as the drums, guitar, piano and various other percussion instruments. Furthermore, Ash has 15 years experience in playing and teaching Indian percussion instruments and has performed with the biggest names in the Bollywood music industry as a percussionist and keyboardist. With his determination and talent, Ash will no doubt reach even greater heights within the Western music industry. Also a singer/song writer/producer himself, Ash is set to bring a whole new dimension to the Yin Yang productions team.
IAA welcomes Ash to its family of international high-class teachers and with his musical versatility, he will specialize in the training of vocals/song-writing/guitar. Ash has a current/up-to-date knowledge of the music industry, which is vital to sculpturing aspiring artists wanting to maximize their potential and exceed all expectations.
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