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Music Lessons & Recording Studio

Learn, Record, Create & Explore

 

Creativity,

Connection,

Community

Woodriver Studios is a professional recording studio and music tuition school founded by three best mates - Isaac, Joe and Liam. Since 2016, their ever-growing team have hosted community events, recorded many local and national acts, as well as provided music education for the Newcastle community since 2016.

Having moved to a bigger and better space in 2020, the team is looking forward to expanding their community, taking on more creative opportunities and sharing their passion for music and education.

student at woodriver studios gives a high five to family and friends after performing at open stage student concert
Student concert hosted by woodriver studios in their recording studio based in Newcastle

Meet The Team

  • Isaac Gibson Co/Founder and Principal Drum Tutor at Woodriver Studios

    Isaac

    Principal drum tutor, co-founder and session musician, with over a decade of teaching experience.

  • Joe Andersons Co-Founder and studio engineer at Woodriver Studios

    Joe

    Studio engineer and co-founder with an advanced diploma in music production along with years of recording experience.

  • Liam Buckley Co-Founder and Principal Guitar Tutor at Woodriver Studios

    Liam

    Principal guitar and bass tutor, co-founder and session musician, with a Bachelor of Music under his belt.

  • Rahni drum tutor at Woodriver Studios

    Rahni

    Drum tutor with over 7 years of experience, specialising in beginner to intermediate tuition.

  • Kaden Green production tutor at Woodriver Studios

    Kaden

    Production tutor, with experience ranging from video game soundtracks and heavy metal to hip-hop production, mixing, mastering and recording.

  • Ellie Plummer drum tutor at Woodriver Studios

    Ellie

    Drum tutor with 16 years playing experience and 5 years teaching experience, specialising in beginner to advanced tuition.

  • Jenna Marley Guitar, bass and violin tutor at Woodriver Studios

    Jenna

    Guitar, bass and violin tutor with multiple years teaching experience, specialising in beginner to intermediate tuition.

What People Are Saying

“Isaac and Woodriver have been great for my family. They have created a supportive environment for my daughter and me to learn in. The lessons and delivery are organised, professional and flexible for developing the skills for my musical tastes. Woodriver do a great job of helping students learn correct technique without losing the joy of the instrument. I would happily recommend them to anyone.”

Michael Turon

“Woodriver is one of our favourite spots to visit! Our favourite part about Woodriver is looking around and discovering a new toy that can enhance our recordings. Whether it's some nasty looking guitar amp/pedal (lurking in the back of the studio) or the delicate 70's fender Rhodes (politely waiting to be played), Joe and the gang at Woodriver have provided so many opportunities for you to apply new sounds and tricks into your recording session.”

— Andrew Jago

I have received bass tuition from Liam at Woodriver Studios for a couple of years. Liam is a very supportive, encouraging & patient teacher. The mix of technique, theory & just playing during lessons, has greatly improved my playing, inspired me to play more and has been really enjoyable. Thanks Liam.

— Richard Hardy

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