Our Story

Villa Musica is a music school in Melbourne, Australia run by sisters Penny and Lucy Adeney, inspired by the world-renowned educational philosophy of violin teacher and humanitarian Shinichi Suzuki. Established in the year 2000, we have been at our current purpose-built premises at 1 Patterson Rd Bentleigh since 2017.

Commitment to Australian Democratic Principles

Villa Musica is committed to upholding and promoting the principles and practices of Australian democracy. We support and respect the rule of law, equality before the law, freedom of religion, freedom of speech and association, and the values of mutual respect, tolerance, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all members of our community. We foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their background, culture, beliefs, gender, disability, or personal circumstances. We encourage students, families, and staff to participate responsibly, express their views respectfully, and contribute positively to our learning community. Villa Musica does not promote or support any form of unlawful discrimination, harassment, vilification, or behaviour that is inconsistent with Australia's democratic values. All policies, practices, and educational activities are conducted in accordance with Australian law and reflect our commitment to these principles.