In 2021, Hilary embraced motherhood and founded School of Musical Heartbeats, offering group music classes, private parent & baby group music sessions, school incursions, musical excursions, and workshops for teachers & parents both nationally and internationally.
Hilary has over 16 years experience in teaching early years right through to senior school students in both Ireland and Australia. She is invited by schools for choral masterclasses and workshops, adjudicates music festivals, eisteddfods, and hosts group music sessions at local cafes and playgroups.
Hilary is regularly invited to present at KMEIA, ASME and SSTUWA events, covering early years, primary, and lower secondary pedagogy, as well as musicianship, choral activities, and folk dancing.
At Edith Cowan University, Hilary lectures part-time in music education at a tertiary level, imparting extensive knowledge to aspiring educators. Hilary’s also an accredited lecturer for the Australian Kodály Certificate and a general member on the committee for Kodály WA.
Hilary currently teaches ay St. Mark’s Anglican Community School, and directs Irish Choir Perth. Through her guidance, she inspires students, colleagues, and the broader community to actively participate in and share a love of music. Moreover, she fosters connections and cultivates a sense of belonging among participants.