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Discover Your Musical Potential at
Melosia Academy
A Welcome from Our Founder
Dhanushka Adrian
Founder,
Melosia Academy
Welcome to Melosia Academy—where music truly comes to life.
When we first opened our doors here in Bandarawela, our vision was simple yet profound: to create a sanctuary where the transformative power of music could be experienced by everyone. At Melosia Academy, we firmly believe that music does more than just entertain—it has the unique ability to inspire minds, transform lives, and connect people across all boundaries.
We built this space for everyone. It doesn't matter if you're a young beginner starting from scratch, an older student picking up an instrument later in life, a vocalist discovering what your voice can do, or someone eager to learn the violin, cello, trumpet(Brass & Wind Instrument), or piano. Your musical path belongs entirely to you, and we’re just honored to walk it with you.
For us, teaching music is about more than just reading notes on a page or perfecting a technique. It is about nurturing your innate talent and fostering a lifelong, enduring love for the arts.
I invite you to step into our vibrant community, unleash your potential with our expert guidance, and embark on a beautiful musical journey with us.
With warmth and harmony,
Dhanushka Adrian
Founder, Melosia Academy
Our Vision
At Melosia Western Music Academy, our goal is simple: to give you a great music education. We believe music is vital for the human spirit, and we want to help every student reach their full potential, setting them up for a lifetime of musical enjoyment and success
How We Teach
We teach music using a complete approach—we combine strong technical skills with artistic expression in a supportive setting. Our teaching is based on three main ideas:
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Be a True Artist:
We help students master their technique while also boosting the creativity and emotion they need to truly perform the music.
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High Standards:
Our lessons meet or go beyond what is required by both local schools and respected international music boards.
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Friendly Place:
We create a warm, encouraging environment where students of all ages can grow their confidence, work with others, and share their love for music.
What You Can Learn
Melosia Western Music Academy offers focused programs for every musical goal:
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Global Exam Prep: Intense coaching for well-known international music exams like ABRSM(for Theory and Practical).
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Instrument Lessons: Expert training on a wide range of instruments, including Brass : Tuba, Trumpet , Trombone, French Horn, Euphonium, Baritone Horn Woodwind : Trumpet , Saxophone(Tenor & Alto) , Piccolo,Flute, Clarinet
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Vocal Training: Professional lessons to improve your breathing, pitch, emotional singing, and vocal range.
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Music Basics: In-depth lessons on Western Music Theory and Ear Training (Aural), helping you build a strong foundation.
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We offer "Recorder" courses for junior and primary students, with the opportunity to perform in a recorder orchestra. Children as young as 5 can start with a recorder to build finger dexterity, breath control, and music reading skills transferable to other woodwinds.
Our Guest Lecture
The administration of the Melosia Academy extend a sincere and enthusiastic welcome to our distinguished guest lecture,
Professor Aleksandar Miljković. We are honored to have him join our academic community to share his profound expertise and passion for music.
Professor Aleksandar Miljković
Aleksandar Miljković (born in 1975) is a university professor of double bass and music theory, a position he has held since 2002.
Education
After completing his high school music education, he was awarded a full scholarship to the Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan, USA. He later graduated from the University of Arts in Belgrade and the Swedish Royal Academy of Music in Stockholm. In 1999, as one of the top students, he was chosen as a student representative for the Nobel Prize ceremony. He pursued his postgraduate studies at the Conservatorio Superior de Música de Salamanca in Spain, where he also received a full scholarship.
Career and Accomplishments
He has been teaching in Belgrade, Serbia, since 2002 and in Croatia since 2013. He has published three books for the double bass, which are now official textbooks in many countries. He also composed a concerto for solo double bass and orchestra titled "Trio Olivera."
Throughout his career, he has given numerous solo concerts and master classes in many countries. He has composed more than 50 official musical pieces for sports, competitions, and clubs around the world. In recognition of his work connecting music with sports, he was inducted into the Africa Hall of Fame.
