Janet Brewer
As a pianist and harpsichordist Janet is a regular performer on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, in particular with Pacific Chamber Players (www.pacificchamberplayers.com). She is also in demand as an accompanist and teacher of piano and woodwind. Her most recent achievements include a Master of Music Studies (2004) and a Master of Music in Piano Performance and Research (2007), Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University. Currently Janet is Artistic Director of Pacific Chamber Players, Harpsichordist for Arioso Chamber Ensemble, Pianist for Fragments Ensemble and Official Accompanist for Noosa Chorale.
For her services to music on the Sunshine Coast Janet was honoured with being nominated for an Australia Day Award 2014.
Upcoming Events
Performance Calendar 2026
March 1 “Conversations in Counterpoint” Arioso Chamber Ensemble 3.00pm Cooroy Memorial Hall 8 “Piano Trios" Pacific Chamber Players 2.00pm Palm Lake Resort Cooroy 31 "From Handel to Hollywood" Arioso Chamber Ensemble ...
Lessons in Piano, Harpsichord, Clarinet, Flute & Saxophone
Teaching Philosophy
Next to respect, I believe music is the most important gift one human being can give to another. Plato, one of the world’s greatest philosophers, said: “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.”
My teaching reflects this ideology. Each student is treated as an individual and is given a firm technical grounding. From here each is able to appreciate and enjoy their music and therefore be creative and thoughtful in their music performance.
Piano is my major instrument. I teach all styles, including classical, jazz and popular from beginner to Licentiate level, from the age of 6 to 100. If required, I use the AMEB and TCL examination systems.
Harpsichord Tuition
involves both Baroque performance technique and Continuo realisation.
Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone tuition
includes all styles from beginner to grade 8. I recommend that students do not begin before the age of 9. I also accompany students for instrumental examinations.
Theory of Music
tuition covers AMEB grades 1 to 6
Arioso Chamber Ensemble
Arioso Chamber Ensemble brings together the talents and experience of leading specialists in Baroque performance. Formed in January 2014 for the “Music by the Sea” Festival, they have since performed at many festivals and concert series, including Brisbane City Hall, Caloundra Fringe Festival, New England Bach Festival, and the 4MBS Festival of Classics. Their extensive repertoire features well known Baroque favourites as well as lesser-known gems, many of which are included on their CD “Pearls”. The group aims to present high quality engaging performances and workshops with an emphasis on Historically Informed Practice. The instruments used are all made by leading Australian luthiers, based on instruments of the Baroque era.
https://www.ariosochamberensemble.com
Testimonials
It is a pleasure to recommend Janet Brewer as an exceptional music teacher and performing artist. I have received piano lessons from Janet over the past 3 years and have achieved improvements in technique, interpretation, and level of complexity beyond my expectations. These have been made possible by Janet’s excellent teaching abilities which facilitate learning in an encouraging environment.
Her extensive knowledge of repertoire, music theory and history, and her personal wide experience as a performing pianist, makes her an inspirational teacher. I have also had the pleasure of attending many of Janet’s performances on both piano & harpsichord. She plays in a variety of groups, demonstrating great versatility,skill and connection with the audience. She has a loyal following on the Sunshine Coast and further afield.
Dr Sue Fox (retired)
Cooran, Qld
“Vivaldi’s renowned Gloria in D has both the choir and Camerata delivering the sacred work at full throttle. Janet Brewer appears to vigorously stroke the harpsichord’s keyboard, making it purr like a kitten.” Dr Gemma Regan on 21 November, 2025 for Limelight Magazine – Celestial Choral Baroque (Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra & One Equal Music)
Janet Brewer’s accompaniment was wonderful! She skilfully, dexterously and musically executed the intricate jazz rhythms and nuances with astonishing style and the Chorale and I sincerely thank her for her dedication, time and talent to the music.
Adrian King
Director, Noosa Chorale
“The Roaring Twenties” Concert
Janet “can wrest a brilliant blues sound from any keyboard, but give her a white baby grand and it’s magical!”
“Tune-In” Volume 12 No 5
