Zach Horne is a multi-instrumentalist (Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Tenor Banjo, Mandolin) who has a depth of experience across a range of genres and disciplines. He has been working as a professional musician since leaving high school – performing, teaching, conducting, arranging and composing for a variety of artists and ensembles.

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Zach is a highly experienced and passionate teacher with over a decade’s experience teaching all ability levels and all age groups. He has a wealth of knowledge and skills to impart which he delivers in a relaxed, friendly, and encouraging way.

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Zach learnt his craft playing throughout Sydney since moving there at 18. At 19 Zach began studying with renowned musicians such as Warwick Alder, Mark Johns, Sean Coffin, and Jeremy Sawkins at the Australian Institute of Music. While in Sydney Zach played in a variety of ensembles from jazz duos like Horne/Niven all the way up to Big Bands and Salsa Bands. Zach is currently performing with his own ensembles ZENNtet and the Zach Horne Trio throughout the Hunter. Although principally a Jazz musician, Zach has a depth of knowledge in a variety of styles including Pop, Soul, Funk, Blues, Rock, and Latin.

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In 2017 Zach completed a Bachelor of Music, and in 2019 attained a Master of Education (Secondary). During 2018-2020 he taught at Port Macquarie High Schools before returning to Newcastle to pursue postgraduate music study at UON – investigating the place of Australian Folk Songs in contemporary music styles. Zach achieved Honours 1st Class for his project, presented at the Musicological Society of Australia 2021 Conference, and is in talks with Australian jazz labels to have his pieces recorded and released to the world.

Zach currently performs throughout the Mid-North Coast and Hunter region, teaches privately and is involved with NIMA (Newcastle Improvised Music Association) and the Newcastle Conservatorium of Music Jazz Orchestra.