Dave - Music production tutor - Dulwich Hill

1^st lesson free

Dave

5 (8 reviews)

Rate R804
Response 4h
Students
Number of students Dave has accompanied since joining Superprof
18
Number of students Dave has accompanied since joining Superprof

5 (8 reviews)

R804/h

1^st lesson free

Music Production
Music Recording
Music Technology
Mixing

Teacher from Ableton Certified Training school with 20+ years of production experience and 10+ years of teaching wants to help YOU get your ideas out through your speakers and to your future fans!

Music Production
Music Recording
Music Technology
Mixing

Lesson location

- online

Super Tutor

Dave is one of our best Music Production tutors. High-quality profile, qualifications verified, organised and responsive to lesson requests, and appreciated by their students.

About Dave

Dave is currently the Sound Design subject coordinator at TAFE (Ultimo) and has a wealth of industry knowledge of hardware and software from over 12 years of experience working at Store DJ. Prior to this, he was the music history and sound design coordinator and lead assessor at Abbey Road Institute and had previously been a private tutor for 10 years. Dave has many credits from various parts of the music industry, here are a few: - Provided various key compositions for VIVID - Mix and Mastering Engineer for CR2 and Intech Records - Various releases leading to selection from EMC as a featured up and coming artist - Sound Programmer for one of Sony Music's most prolific songwriters - Various compositions on Universal Music Production Library Dave holds a Bachelor in Music (Composition), Bachelor in Music (Audio Engineering), a Diploma in Training & Assessment, and a valid Working With Children Check. He is committed to being a high-level professional, educator, and ensuring a safe and inclusive teaching environment. Whether you're a beginner looking to get started or an experienced musician looking to level up your skills, Dave will help you on your way to realizing your goals. His motto for teaching is: "LEARN, REALIZE, CREATE"

Business hours: 10:30am - 1:30pm on weekends, 1:30pm-4pm Thursdays.

About the lesson

Prior to teaching at schools such as Abbey Road Institute, Liveschool, and currently at TAFE (Ultimo), Dave provided private lessons at Store DJ in Sydney. During this time, his focus has always been realizing what the student wanted to achieve musically, whether it was to become a music producer, a solo artist, a DJ, an audio engineer or a live act, he has helped many to pursue their goals. With various artists who have gone on to become musical professionals (VNCII, Leotrix, SUE, The Vampires, Sparrows to name a few), his knowledge, passion, adaptability and approachability will help you with your own vision and dreams. Dave specializes in producing music with different DAWs (Ableton Live is his main software of choice), sound design, DJing and mixing and can instill production theory, fast workflows, creative support and bringing joy to the whole process! Dave will teach via Chrome Remote Desktop and will help you no matter what level you are at and not assuming any knowledge. Whether you want to focus on arrangement, mixing, creating your own sounds, recording, Dave has a program for you and will provide summary notes after each lesson.

Reviews

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5 (8 reviews)

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Salvatore
- 5
Perfect! He’s excellent
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Salvatore

Perfect! He’s excellent

Dave's response
Sal is an excellent student who is clear on what he wants to learn and is very receptive to learning new techniques.
- Dave's response :
  Sal is an excellent student who is clear on what he wants to learn and is very receptive to learning new techniques.
James
- 5
Perfect! Dave is an exceptional tutor who is knowledgeable in his craft and attentive in his teaching. Dave takes his time to listen and curate lessons which tailor my goals and needs. I have progressed immensely since my first lesson with him, and I recommend him for anyone serious about producing music!
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James

Perfect! Dave is an exceptional tutor who is knowledgeable in his craft and attentive in his teaching. Dave takes his time to listen and curate lessons which tailor my goals and needs. I have progressed immensely since my first lesson with him, and I recommend him for anyone serious about producing music!

Dave's response
James is an enthusiastic and friendly guy who is clear on what he likes and knows the directions he wants to take with his current skillset. I have no doubt with this mindset he will improve and make quality music!
- Dave's response :
  James is an enthusiastic and friendly guy who is clear on what he likes and knows the directions he wants to take with his current skillset. I have no doubt with this mindset he will improve and make quality music!
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Brian
- 5
Perfect! Dave is a super experienced Music Production Tutor who has a seemingly unlimited depth of experience and advice. Lessons are fast paced and packed full of information! Sound design, mixing, shortcuts, workflow and file organization are some of the parts we have worked on. Highly recommend!
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Brian

Perfect! Dave is a super experienced Music Production Tutor who has a seemingly unlimited depth of experience and advice. Lessons are fast paced and packed full of information! Sound design, mixing, shortcuts, workflow and file organization are some of the parts we have worked on. Highly recommend!

Dave's response
Brian is wonderfully attentive and carries a friendly demeanour that makes the lessons go smoothly, despite online technical issues! Looking forward to help Brian upgrade his production skills.
- Dave's response :
  Brian is wonderfully attentive and carries a friendly demeanour that makes the lessons go smoothly, despite online technical issues! Looking forward to help Brian upgrade his production skills.
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Max
- 5
Perfect! Dave is friendly and welcoming. He was understanding of my level of competency and tailored the lesson towards what would help me grow my knowledge.
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Max

Perfect! Dave is friendly and welcoming. He was understanding of my level of competency and tailored the lesson towards what would help me grow my knowledge.

Dave's response
Max is easy-going and very clear with his communication. He knows what he wants to learn and is receptive to new techniques.
- Dave's response :
  Max is easy-going and very clear with his communication. He knows what he wants to learn and is receptive to new techniques.
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Recommendations

Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.

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Alex

Dave is a fantastic teacher and here's why:
1. It's his passion.
2. After his lessons, you want to create more.
3. After his explanations, you start not just hearing, but feeling and seeing the sound.
4. The highest level of communication and involvement.
5. Readiness to always give helpful and voluminous feedback, even though your track is complete crap)
6. FINALLY, after training, you can do everything not chaotically, but systematically, getting the sound you always wanted.

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Alex
Dave is a fantastic teacher and here's why:
1. It's his passion.
2. After his lessons, you want to create more.
3. After his explanations, you start not just hearing, but feeling and seeing the sound.
4. The highest level of communication and involvement.
5. Readiness to always give helpful and voluminous feedback, even though your track is complete crap)
6. FINALLY, after training, you can do everything not chaotically, but systematically, getting the sound you always wanted.
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Christina

Dave listened to what I wanted to learn and what level I was currently at and planned lessons that were exactly what I needed :) I also really appreciated how he threw in little bits of music knowledge that showed his passion for sharing an understanding of the music
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Christina
Dave listened to what I wanted to learn and what level I was currently at and planned lessons that were exactly what I needed :) I also really appreciated how he threw in little bits of music knowledge that showed his passion for sharing an understanding of the music
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Sam

Dave is a fantastic teacher and exceptional person. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable, but he also possesses the important ability to be able to get those new ideas and concepts across to beginners in a way that's both clear and fun. He's also very personable and supportive teacher, helping me go from a complete novice producer to a published artist. Couldn't recommend him any more highly for anyone looking to learn about music production.
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Sam
Dave is a fantastic teacher and exceptional person. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable, but he also possesses the important ability to be able to get those new ideas and concepts across to beginners in a way that's both clear and fun. He's also very personable and supportive teacher, helping me go from a complete novice producer to a published artist. Couldn't recommend him any more highly for anyone looking to learn about music production.
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Lucas

I’ve had the pleasure of being tutored by Dave for nearly three years now, and I can confidently say his teaching has been invaluable to my growth as a music producer.

Dave brings deep expertise in sound design and intentional music creation. His lessons are accessible, detailed, and packed with practical knowledge. For anyone at an intermediate to advanced level, I highly recommend working with Dave—you’ll gain skills and insights that translate directly to real-world music environments.

In addition to his teaching, Dave is an accomplished DJ and performance instructor. His sound blends modern production with old-school groove, creating a vibe that always hits—regardless of genre.

Much respect, Dave. Love your work.

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Lucas
I’ve had the pleasure of being tutored by Dave for nearly three years now, and I can confidently say his teaching has been invaluable to my growth as a music producer.

Dave brings deep expertise in sound design and intentional music creation. His lessons are accessible, detailed, and packed with practical knowledge. For anyone at an intermediate to advanced level, I highly recommend working with Dave—you’ll gain skills and insights that translate directly to real-world music environments.

In addition to his teaching, Dave is an accomplished DJ and performance instructor. His sound blends modern production with old-school groove, creating a vibe that always hits—regardless of genre.

Much respect, Dave. Love your work.
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5h: R3790
10h: R7466

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The free first lesson with Dave allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.

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R804/h

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First session is a free 30 minute consultation and I will set up a meeting or call to discuss your goals, outline a plan and determine if we vibe!

Teacher from Ableton Certified Training school with 20+ years of production experience and 10+ years of teaching wants to help YOU get your ideas out through your speakers and to your future fans!

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