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Tailored Program

Structured learning pathways designed for different goals.

RCM Curriculum Standard Piano Lesson
Newbies Piano Class

Breaking Technical Plateaus/Chronic Pain Cycle with Alexander Technique

For players seeking freedom from tension and effortless technique.

 I will guide you through this classic "re-education" process, helping you translate profound self-awareness into truly free musical expression at the instrument.

What You Will Get:

  1. Personalized Psycho-Physical Assessment: Through professional observation and dialogue, we will identify your unconscious habitual patterns of tension while playing (e.g., neck tightening, raised shoulders, lower back stiffness).

  2. Core Skill Development: Learn the three pillars of the Alexander Technique—Awareness, Inhibition, and Re-direction—acquiring lifelong tools for self-regulation.

  3. Clear Steps for Application: Translate abstract principles into actionable mental directions for practice (e.g., "Let the neck be free, let the head go forward and up, let the back to widen and lengthen") to help overcome technical obstacles.

  4. Personalized Practice Blueprint: Receive tailored daily awareness exercises and "directions for use" designed for your unique tension patterns, ensuring seamless integration of the work into your daily routine.

  5. Fundamental Injury Prevention: Understand the root causes of discomfort and establish sustainable playing habits, moving beyond repetitive strain and injury cycles.

Lesson Structure (60/75 mins):

  1. Awareness & Identification: Through conversation and simple activities, you will learn to "pause" and identify what you unconsciously "do" with your body in preparation for and during playing. We focus on observing the state of your head-neck-back relationship (your Primary Control).

  2. Principle & "Inhibition" Practice: At the piano, you will practice Inhibition—the skill of saying "no" to the habitual instructions that cause tension (e.g., "I must push to make a loud sound"). This creates a mental and physical space, stopping the cycle of misuse.

  3. "Re-direction" Applied to Technique: Apply the thinking process of Re-direction to your current technical challenge (e.g., octaves, fast passages, large leaps). We explore replacing old patterns of effort with new mental directions for easier, more coordinated movement.

  4. Integration & Practice Planning: We consolidate the key "directions for use" for the week and co-design specific moments and methods to incorporate this awareness into your daily practice, ensuring continued growth between lessons.

Who is this for?

  • Students who experience persistent pain, stiffness, or fatigue in the shoulders, neck, back, or wrists during or after playing.

  • Players stuck at a technical plateau, accompanied by excess tension.

  • ​Performers whose bodies become particularly rigid under pressure (exams, recitals), leading to technical failures and a strained tone.

  • Serious learners seeking a scientific approach to preventing injury and building a sustainable, long-term playing career.

  • Students curious about somatic education and willing to explore the very process of learning from a new perspective.

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Who is this NOT for?

  • Those seeking quick-fix "tricks" or purely physical stretches without a willingness to explore the underlying causes of their habits.

  • Absolute beginners with no current technical or discomfort issues who are still in a phase of basic exploration (You may consider the Newbies Piano Class).

Key Features:

  • A Root-Cause Psycho-Physical Re-education: We teach not just what to do, but more fundamentally, how you carry out the action. The focus is on changing the process that leads to tension, not just correcting the outcome.

  • Learning Centered on "Inhibition": Uniquely emphasizes the primacy of stopping unhelpful habits. You learn to inhibit the initial urge to "try harder," creating space for new, more efficient coordination to emerge.

  • Develops Overall "Use": The principles learned extend beyond the instrument, improving posture, breathing, and overall mind-body coordination in daily life and other activities.

  • Science-Informed & Experiential: The method is based on evidence-based research into human movement habits, providing a clear and operational set of mental tools to manage your psycho-physical state.

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RCM Curriculum Standard Piano Lesson

A comprehensive and profound music education grounded in an internationally recognized, rigorous system.

"I am an official RCM Certified Teacher and was nominated as a 2024 First-Class Honors Teacher in Quebec, Canada. My deep understanding and teaching experience within the RCM system allow me to expertly guide students to success within it, while blending its strengths with personalized instruction."

What You Will Get:

  1. Systematic, Internationally Certified Pathway: A complete study of the graded Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) syllabus, providing a clear, verifiable ladder of progression.

  2. Balanced Development of Comprehensive Musicianship: Each level covers Repertoire, Etudes, Technical Requirements, Ear Training, Sight-Reading, and Theory, cultivating musical literacy beyond mere playing.

  3. Official Exam Preparation & Guidance: Complete support for students taking RCM/ABRSM exams, including registration guidance, exam simulation, and strategies aimed at achieving Merit and Distinction.

  4. Regular Progress Evaluation & Reports: Periodic assessment reports benchmarked against RCM standards, providing clear insight into achievements and developmental direction for students and parents.

  5. Rich & Diverse Repertoire Library: Systematic exposure to works from Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods, building a broad musical perspective

Lesson Structure (60 mins):

  1. Review & Reinforcement: Check previous week's assignments, answer questions, and solidify concepts learned.

  2. Core Repertoire Development: In-depth work on new pieces, focusing on note accuracy, technical execution, and initial musical expression.

  3. Integrated Skills Training: Practice scales/arpeggios for the current level, sight-read new material, or complete ear training exercises to strengthen practical musical skills.

  4. Assignment & Preview: Clearly outline practice goals for the coming week and briefly introduce the next learning point to maintain continuity.

Who is this for?

  • Students and parents who value a systematic, international, and long-term educational plan.

  • Learners who thrive on clear, graded goals and are motivated by achievement.

  • Students considering future overseas education who may benefit from a credible music credential.

  • Enthusiasts seeking a orthodox, comprehensive classical music training.

Who is this NOT for?

  • Those only interested in learning specific pop songs, with no interest in the classical system or comprehensive skill development.

  • Learners who prefer complete freedom and are unwilling to follow any structured syllabus.

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Key Features:

  • Authority & Global Recognition: RCM/ABRSM certificates are widely accepted proof of musical competency globally

  • Structured & Foundational: The progressive curriculum ensures no gaps in knowledge, building a solid foundation for long-term development.

  • "Whole Musician" Education Beyond Playing: Emphasizes the integration of listening, reading, playing, and creating (theory), fostering independent learning and musical understanding.

  • Quality-Assured Instruction: As an RCM-certified and honored teacher, I ensure teaching content and evaluation standards are synchronized with the highest international requirements.

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Newbies Piano Class

A joyful, solid, and stress-free start for absolute beginners.

A comprehensive and profound music education grounded in an internationally recognized, rigorous system.

What You Will Get:

  1. A Stress-Free Experience: Exposure to the piano through encouragement and play, ensuring the very first lesson is filled with a sense of achievement and fun, igniting intrinsic motivation.

  2. A Solid Foundation: Establishment of correct posture, hand shape, basic note-reading, and rhythm sense in a professional, age-appropriate manner, nurturing a reliable foundation for future learning.

  3. Diverse Entry Pathways: Use of different introductory methods and materials tailored to the learner's age (young child/child/adult) and learning style (e.g. visual/aural/kinesthetic).

  4. An Initial Core Repertoire: Accumulation of a small library of 5-10 pieces within the first term, including classical miniatures, folk tunes, popular melodies, or nursery rhymes, and experiencing the joy of complete performance.

  5. Nurturing Fundamental Musicality & Musicianship: Integrated development of sense of pitch, rhythm, aural skills, and simple creativity (improvisation) through singing, movement, listening, and playing.

Lesson Structure (30/45 mins for young children, 45/60 mins for older beginners):

  1. Musical Interactive Games: Warm-up and introduction of the lesson's core concept through rhythm imitation, singing, body movement, or keyboard exploration games.

  2. Core Concept & Repertoire Learning: Introduction of 1-2 new musical elements (e.g., names of two keys, a rhythm pattern) through an engaging short piece or exercise.

  3. Fun Reinforcement Activity: Consolidation of learned skills through duets, simple accompaniment, card games, or improvisation.

  4. Practice Plan & Celebration: A positive explanation of how to practice at home, coupled with strong affirmation of every bit of progress made in the lesson, ending with a sense of accomplishment.

Who is this for?

  • Children aged 4+ with no prior formal piano instruction.

  • Adult absolute beginners of any age.

  • "Re-starters" who had brief prior exposure but stopped completely and need to build good habits properly from scratch.

  • Learners whose primary goal is to cultivate interest and enjoy music, rather than pursue exam or competition pressure.

Who is this NOT for?

  • Students with six months or more of consistent prior piano study who can read music and play simple pieces independently (please consider the RCM Standard Curriculum).

  • Learners seeking shortcuts who wish to skip foundational training to learn complex pieces immediately.

Key Features:

  • "Joy-First" Pedagogy: I believe happiness is the best catalyst for sustained learning. Lessons are designed to be interactive, creative, and filled with positive feedback.

  • Neurodiversity-Affirming Environment: Utilizes specialized knowledge from UBC in neurodiversity to respect each brain's unique way of learning, guiding patiently and avoiding pressurized, one-size-fits-all standards.

  • An Investment in Long-Term Learning: Building a foundation may seem gradual, but it is the most efficient investment for years or even decades of future piano study, preventing common technical and motivational plateaus.

  • A Supportive Guide for Parents: For young learners, I provide clear, simple guidance to help parents become supportive practice partners, not a source of stress.

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Breaking Technical Plateaus/Chronic Pain Cycle with Alexander Technique

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This is not a standard lesson. It is a dedicated session to assess your learning style, identify innate abilities, and provide a detailed written report with personalized recommendations.

  • 100% Money-Back Guarantee if you are not satisfied with the first trial lesson.

  • Limited availability for personalized attention.

  • Student-centered approach for extraordinary results.

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