New owners at Peninsula Music

Woy Woy music school has changed hands with previous owner Mr Phil Byrne selling to Mr Chris Stratford and Ms Madelaine VanDerMast.

Ms VanDerMast, who has a background in piano will focus on the business as well as her love of teaching piano theory, composition and performance.

Mr Stratford said he was a more behind the scenes guy who would be developing the retail area as well as managing the IT, bookings and combining his love of the guitar and teaching with the admin of running a music school.

"I truly believe the skill sets of Madeline and I are complementary, and where they overlap most certainly Madeline is boss," said Mr Stratford.

"Phil has left us some great teachers and both Madeline and I are confident we can meet the musical demands of the wider Woy Woy community."

Ms VanDerMast will be liaising with past and present students as well as hoping to connect with schools and community groups.

"The facilities are first class, six private tuition rooms as well as a great room for groups of up to 20 people," she said.

"We offer a balanced and well rounded curriculum that will inspire and challenge, including guitar, piano, vocals, violin, drums, bass guitar, and clarinet."

Media Release, 6 Jul 2011 Madeline VanDerMast, Woy Woy School of Music