About Lunchbox Studios
In-home music lessons, designed to be simple, consistent, and high quality.
Lunchbox Studios is a Sydney-based mobile music tutoring service, providing high-quality, one-on-one lessons in the comfort of your home.
We focus on making music education simple, accessible, and consistent - removing the need to travel while maintaining a professional and structured learning experience.
Our goal is to help students build real skills, stay motivated, and enjoy the process of learning music.
Who started Lunchbox?
Lunchbox Studios was founded by Jonah Sirtes, a composer, producer, and educator based in Sydney.
Jonah is a graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and has over 9 years of teaching experience, working with hundreds of students across a wide range of ages and skill levels.
His teaching approach focuses on balancing strong fundamentals with practical, engaging learning - helping students develop both technical ability and musical confidence.
Some more info...
Every student learns differently, which is why all lessons are tailored to the individual.
We combine structure with flexibility — building strong foundations while adapting lessons to suit each student’s goals, pace, and interests.
Lessons may include:
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Technique and fundamentals
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Learning songs
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Music theory (where relevant)
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Performance skills
The focus is always on long-term progress, consistency, and enjoyment.
How we teach:
All tutors at Lunchbox Studios are carefully selected not only for their musical ability, but for their reliability, communication, and ability to work with students of all ages.
We prioritise tutors who are:
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Skilled and experienced musicians
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Professional and punctual
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Patient and approachable
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Strong communicators
All tutors hold valid Working With Children Checks (WWCC), ensuring a safe and professional learning environment.
Our tutors:
We come to you - no travel required
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Consistent weekly lessons with the same tutor
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Personalised lesson structure for each student
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Simple, streamlined booking and payment
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Focus on real progress, not just casual learning
And most importantly, we care.
Why choose Lunchbox Studios?
We provide in-home music lessons across Sydney, with tutor allocation based on location to ensure efficient scheduling and consistency.
If you're unsure whether we cover your area, feel free to get in touch.
Where we operate:
Who we are:
Jonah Sirtes
Founder / CEO
Jonah leads the teaching and creative direction of Lunchbox Studios. He is responsible for lesson quality, tutor selection, and overall student outcomes. With a background in composition and many years of teaching experience, he ensures that every lesson is structured, engaging, and tailored to the individual, while maintaining a consistent standard across all tutors.
Lia Maor Freedman
Head of Operations
Lia oversees client communication, scheduling, and day-to-day operations. She manages bookings, onboarding, and ensures that every student has a smooth and reliable experience from first enquiry through to ongoing lessons. Her role focuses on keeping the business organised, responsive, and running efficiently as it grows.