Ainslie Jackel

Ainslie was fortunate enough to have exposure to a rich musical environment long before birth!  Her father was conductor and director of the Navy Band and her grandmother an opera singer; so classical music and music appreciation have provided very strong foundations for her career path. 

Ainslie began her own musical studies playing piano through the AMEB system, but found the method frustrating.  Diverse musical opportunities at Frankston High School presented Ainslie with the chance to learn saxophone, clarinet and oboe with a supportive and inspiring music teacher and she participated in the school Concert Bands, Stage Band and Choir.

During her final year at high school, Ainslie was appointed Music Captain, reflecting her deep commitment and love of music as well as her ability to motivate and support younger players.

In 2003, Ainslie graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science, Honours in Biochemistry and a Diploma of Arts majoring in Politics.  Pursing her strong interest in educational methods, Ainslie completed a report investigating the feasibility of providing individualised curriculum for each child within a classroom setting as part of her final studies in politics.

Ainslie returned to music towards the end of her degrees and began voice lessons with a Suzuki teacher in 2004.  Ainslie undertook voluminous personal study into the history, development and philosophy of the Suzuki approach as well as observing classes across a few disciplines before committing to Suzuki.  The Suzuki approach provides Ainslie with a means by which to combine a love of music and a passion for education in a supportive and creative manner.

Ainslie has completed Primary Level Suzuki Voice training and participates in regular ongoing professional development.  She has completed the level 2 Suzuki Early Childhood Education course and enjoys furthering her knowledge in this area.