Founded by interdisciplinary artist and educator Frank Sita, the Sita School of MultiArts offers personalised lessons in music, visual art and performance across Melbourne's eastern and northern suburbs.

Drawing on decades of experience in music, theatre and visual art, Frank encourages students to develop practical skills while exploring their own creative interests.

His teaching is also informed by Dialectic Art and RADE (Research, Arts, Dialectic Experiences), approaches that explore relationships between artistic disciplines, ideas and personal experiences.

Lessons are tailored to each student's interests, abilities and goals, whether they're learning something new, refining existing skills or combining different forms of artistic expression.

VOICE

Every voice has its own character. Singing lessons at the Sita School help students discover and develop their natural sound while building vocal technique and confidence.

Lessons explore pitch, resonance, range, breath control and expression, with teaching adapted to individual experience and musical interests.

Vocal coaching is also available for acting, stage performance and public speaking, including elocution and voice projection.

Listen below to recordings by former students Lauren Dell'Acriprete and Frances Rose, demonstrating their individual vocal styles.

Instruments

Instrument lessons combine practical skills with opportunities to explore different styles of music. Students can work on technique, learn their favourite songs, play with other musicians or develop their own compositions.

Guitar & Ukulele

Acoustic Guitar

Learn chords, rhythm, fingerpicking and other playing techniques while exploring styles such as folk, classical, blues and Spanish-inspired music.

Electric Guitar

Develop technique, rhythm and improvisation while exploring rock, blues and other styles. Lessons can focus on favourite songs, guitar sounds or original compositions.

Bass Guitar

Build technique, timing and an understanding of how bass supports a musical arrangement. Students can develop basslines and learn to play alongside other musicians.

Ukulele

Learn chords, strumming and melody through familiar songs and different playing styles. Suitable for beginners and musicians exploring an additional instrument.

Piano & Keyboard

Piano and keyboard lessons cover classical, jazz, blues and contemporary styles.

Students can develop reading and playing skills, explore improvisation, compose music or learn to accompany singers and other musicians.

Teaching can also extend to organ and other keyboard-based instruments.

Harmonica

Harmonica lessons explore breath control, tone, rhythm and playing techniques for both diatonic and chromatic harmonicas.

Students can learn blues, folk, rock and other styles, with opportunities to explore improvisation, solo playing and accompaniment.

Watch Fran's performance below for an example of harmonica accompanying a song.

Drums

Drum lessons develop timing, coordination and technique, progressing from basic beats to fills, complex rhythms and improvisation.

Students can explore different musical styles while learning to play independently or with other musicians.

Percussion

Percussion lessons explore rhythm, timing and expression through a variety of instruments and playing techniques.

Students can experiment with different sounds and discover how percussion contributes to musical arrangements and performances.

Painting

Painting lessons introduce practical techniques while encouraging students to develop their own ideas and artistic style.

Students can explore naturalism, still life, abstract painting and other approaches to visual expression.

Frank's teaching draws on his own development from representational painting towards abstract art, as well as his Dialectic Art method, which explores relationships between ideas, emotions and artistic disciplines.

Examples of Frank's artwork can be viewed below and throughout the website.

Sculpture

Sculpture lessons introduce students to working with three-dimensional forms, materials and techniques.

Students can experiment with abstract forms and develop their own creative ideas through hands-on practice.

Frank's approach draws on his experience in abstract sculpture and Dialectic Art, including the interpretation of music, emotions and lived experiences through visual forms.

Acting & Performance

Lessons explore acting, movement, voice and expression for stage and screen.

Students can develop performance skills, build confidence and learn to communicate ideas and emotions through character and presentation.

Frank draws on his experience in acting, theatre and stage direction to help students develop their individual approach to performance.

Examples of student work include LO FI LUV, a concept video by recording artist Jack Crooks, and Robb White's live performance of Why Don't You Know at Yah Yah's in Fitzroy.

Both performances can be viewed below.

Songwriting

Songwriting lessons help students turn ideas, emotions and experiences into original music.

Students can explore melody, chord progressions, rhythm, lyrics and song structure while developing their own compositions.

Whether writing a first song or refining existing material, lessons combine practical songwriting skills with opportunities for personal expression.

Group Class

Group classes bring students together to make music, practise performance skills and learn from one another.

Sessions include band practice and harmony singing, helping participants develop their listening, timing and ensemble skills.

Classes encourage collaboration and provide opportunities to experience making music with others.

Our Teachers

The Sita School draws on teaching experience across different artistic disciplines, allowing lessons to be adapted to the needs and interests of individual students.

Frank Sita

Frank Sita is the founder and head teacher of the Sita School of MultiArts and the creator of Dialectic Art.

A classically trained musician with more than 40 years of experience, Frank holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and has taught hundreds of students.

His creative practice spans music composition, songwriting, theatre, painting and sculpture. He has written and directed original stage productions and exhibited his artwork in Australia and overseas.

Frank brings this multidisciplinary experience into his teaching, helping students develop practical skills while encouraging their individual creativity and artistic expression.

Pricing & Information

Individual Lessons

Individual lessons are available in singing, instruments, visual art and multidisciplinary combinations.

Lesson days: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Combination lessons allow students to explore two disciplines during the same session, such as singing and guitar.

Group Classes

Group sessions include band practice, harmony singing and performance.

Contact

Interested in lessons or have a question about what we offer?

Contact the Sita School of MultiArts on 0403 517 925 to discuss your interests, lesson options and availability.

Whether you're starting something new or building on existing skills, we look forward to helping you develop your creativity.