With a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) from West Virginia University and 22 years of teaching experience, I bring a strong foundation to music education. My journey spans instructing beginners to advanced students, ages 0 to 65, in piano and cello. I cover a spectrum of subjects, including music theory, history, sight-reading, aural skills, pedagogy, and keyboard techniques. Passionate about music from a young age, I especially enjoy making music with young musicians and guiding them into instrumental learning.
I have served as a faculty member and Chamber Music Coordinator at UCSI University Institute of Music ( Malaysia), teaching piano, history, theory, pedagogy and music education. Additionally, I contributed as a piano faculty at Wes Virginia University Community Music Program. My approach centers on laying a strong foundation, awakening students' senses, and fostering connection between them and the world of music.
As the proud owner of Music @ Riley Park in Vancouver, I passionately offer instrumental teaching across all levels. I connect with diverse Smart Start families and students in communities across Metro Vancouver and Burnaby. Additionally, I engage in collaborative piano work and actively network with musicians throughout British Columbia.
Instrument / Discipline
- Piano
- Violoncello
- History
- Piano Pedagogy
- Counterpoint
- Analysis
- Smart Start
- Collaborative Piano
- Rudiments
- Theory
Spoken languages
- English
- Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialized in
- Youth (7-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Young Children (under 7)
- Beginner/Elementary
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Teaches At
- Music school
- Online
- Student's home
- Teacher's home
- Teacher's studio
Specialist designation
- Smart Start - School License
Credentials
- 2017 - Doctor of Musical Arts - School of Music, West Virginia University
- 2010 - Master in Music - School of Music, West Virginia University
- 2008 - Bachelor of Music - School of Music, West Virginia University
School Associations
- American String Teachers Association - National
- Music Teachers National Association - National