Our dream is to see the creative arts redeemed through quality education that develops the potential of every student within a nurturing, creative environment.
What we offer
(Classes range from basic to advanced levels, unless otherwise indicated.)
Keyboard
Learn easy-to-play songs, some theory as well as how to improvise and play by ear. Classes range from basic to intermediate levels.
Guitar/Bass/ Accoustic
Learn chords, and various techniques designed to make playing the guitar easy. A catalogue of songs is also made available.
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Colourstrings
Colourstrings group lessons provides the opportunity for young children to acquire a love of music, and to develop musicianship and early instrumental skills in a completely integrated way.
Classical Instruments
With a particular focus on the violin and piano, students may immerse themselves in the beauty and complexity of classical instruments at our music academy.
Ukukele
Discover how to play the ukulele joyfully and effortlessly! Whether you are a complete beginner or have some expertise, learning this versatile instrument is easy and enjoyable with our classes.
Drums
Discover your rhythm with our drum classes! Whether you're just beginning or trying to improve your skills, our experienced teachers will provide personalized assistance to help you master the beat and express yourself confidently.
Vocals
Be coached through a 'gym programme' that will improve your voice, sound production and breathing techniques. Extend the repertoire of songs that you enjoy singing.
Colourstrings
Targeted age group: 5 – 6yrs | Day: Tuesday | 7 weeks per term | Time: 14:30 – 15:00 | Fee: R880
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Colourstrings group lessons provide the opportunity for young children to grow their love of music, and to develop their musicianship in a completely integrated way. Everything starts with singing, which helps to develop inner hearing and intonation. Play and imagination are central to the approach. Music classes involve most of the senses, taking the children on a musical journey and exploring the different musical concepts – rhythm, pitch, melody, dynamics, tempo, character, form and style – through singing, body and instrumental percussion, movement and socialising. Pictures, stories and games bring these musical points alive so that children learn subconsciously and effortlessly. The aim is to give young children an opportunity to mature musically, physically, socially and emotionally in order to be better prepared for the demands of taking instrumental lessons.
What makes us unique
We aim to facilitate a more holistic and balanced method of teaching people to explore their God-given creativity. Our experienced teachers have realised that when teaching is primarily focused on examinations the joy, musicianship and listening abilities of students sadly take a back seat.
Our goal is to encourage students to explore their understanding of what being creative means within their particular discipline.
Our Staff
Werner Louw
Electric Guitar/Acoustic/Bass/Ukulele
Werner Louw has been in the music business for close to 27 years, with 24+ years of teaching experience and plenty performances for private functions, corporates, weddings, markets and restaurants.
Werner got involved with Hatfield Arts Centre in 2021 as a guitar teacher and started teaching bass guitar and ukelele shortly after.
Werner is also a performing artist that has performed with various artists in venues such as The Atterbury Theater, Barnyard Theater and The Rockwood Theater as a Singer, Guitar Player and Music Director.
Werner often collaborates with various artists to bring some variety and new sounds to the repertoire.
Werner also released his own Album in 2014 with his original Music Group “Earls Of Arc” with the title Laundromat - Album download on Apple Music and all other digital platforms.
Fun fact that most don’t realise….Werner is actually a deep introvert, and find it very scary to speak/sing/play music in front of people....
Sthe Sibiya
Drums
Sthe is a professional drummer and has been doing it for 20 years now. He is a born-again Christian also for 20 years now. Sthe loves teaching because he never got the opportunity to be taught drums. He is the resident drummer for The Barnyard Theatre across the province and loves performing! Sthe loves to laugh. Loves music. And seeing a smile on people's faces makes his day!
Herve Yav
Piano/Keyboard/Jazz Piano
Hervé Yav is passionate about and professionally involved in playing and teaching the piano. This dual role allows him to view music as both a job and a hobby. He began his piano journey at a young age, and it has remained his favourite pursuit for over 20 years. When Hervé is not engaged with the piano or teaching in the classroom, he enjoys swimming, playing chess, and taking evening walks. These activities provide him with the opportunity to clear his mind and conceive innovative and enjoyable ideas for his classes. He is genuinely excited about the opportunity to explore the vast universe of music together with you.
Lentia van Rooyen
Vocals
Pretoria-born and raised, music has been her passion since childhood. Lentia's parents recall that when she first learned to talk, she couldn't stop, and shortly after, began singing. By age 6, she fell in love with performing. Six years later, she got a guitar for her birthday and started writing songs. After completing matric in 2017, Lentia pursued a Diploma in Music Performance at COPA and joined the worship team at CRC church.
In 2019, she attended the International Songwriter's Camp in Haarlem, collaborating with world renowned musicians and producers. Since then, Lentia has released four singles on digital streaming platforms and became a qualified singer-songwriter and vocal teacher.
Her greatest joy always lies in worshiping God and using her gift to bring glory to Him - whether in His house, in a classroom or on a stage.
Fun fact: Lentia dreams of owning a pet guinea pig, because they jump up and down when they're excited and she'd love to come home to that after a long day of doing what she loves!
Kgali Ndebele
Violin
Kgalalelo has been playing the violin for more than 20 years. She has been in multiple orchestras including the Tshwane Youth Orchestra, Simfonia Juventi and the South African National Youth Orchestra. Kgalalelo has been a teacher at HAC for 3 years. Her favourite composer is Dvorák. She also believes that anything can be fixed with a slice of cheesecake.
Andrea Kayser-Mitas
Piano
Andrea obtained her BMus in Performance (Organ) (2010), Masters in Music Education (with distinction) (2015) and her DMus (Performing Art) (2021) degrees from the University of Pretoria. She has taught class music, marimba and choral singing at Tyger Valley Preparatory College (2010-2013) and Brescia House Primary School (2014-2018). In her private capacity, she has taught piano, flute, organ and theory to numerous students for approximately two decades.
Andrea served as the course coordinator for the BMus extended programme and as a lecturer in the School of the Arts: Music at the University of Pretoria from 2019 – 2024. She has performed as a soloist and collaborative artist (piano & organ) with instrumentalists, orchestras, choirs and vocal ensembles. Andrea is married to Edwin Mitas, who is also a musician and the conductor of the Hatfield Christian School High School choir. Together, they have three daughters, Emily, Emlynne, and A’vigail.
“I look forward to sharing my love for music, especially the piano, with the students I teach, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of the HMA team.”
Cebile Sikhakhane
Reception
Cebile is the friendly face of Hatfield Music Academy, who is always happy to help.