Elsie Cai, piano teacher has more than two (2) decade of piano teaching experience since young. She started to teach piano as young as 18 years old on a part time basis during her schooling days. She had taught in Kel’s Music School, Sinfonia Music Studio, Clesopassion Music School in the past and is currently teaching in a music school now.

She served as a keyboardist and pianist in the church Chinese and Children Worship Ministry for more than a decade when she was a teenager and before she gave birth to her second child. She is a mother of two and is currently teaching and focusing on piano teaching. She believes getting to know and getting along with each student and then embarking musical skills and knowledge to them.

She is abreast of current ABRSM syllabus and requirements and is able to teach and prepare students to take digital exam or face to face exams or for leisure playing. Lastly, she has have taught and is able to teach adult students as well.

Teacher Elsie teaches in students’ home in Yishun. So if you are looking to have piano lessons at home, please check with us on her schedule.

Ms Ying is a cheerful and experienced piano teacher with a Bachelors Degree in Piano Pedagogy from Westminster Choir College. She has studied under teachers like Ted Joselson, Jose Ramos Santana and Lillian Livingston.

She loves interacting with children and youth and imparting her knowledge and skills of piano playing and music to them. She has also taught adults who do not have any musical playing experience and finds it extremely fun and rewarding to teach them and see them grow from having zero background in piano to playing their favourite tunes.

In her over 20 years of teaching she has helped countless of students pass practical and theory for ABRSM, Trinity and other exam boards. The parents of her students find her friendly, dependable, responsible and professional. In 2019, 1 of her students took part in a local piano competition and won 2nd place. She hopes to help more students interested in piano competitions to be prepared for them.

Ms Ying teaches in her home studio in Siglap and at student’s place in Siglap, Bedok and nearby area. She is now also conducting group Theory Classes. Enquire with us on her availability to match you / your child’s schedule.

Susanna completed her ABRSM PIANO EXAM IN GRADE 8 (MERIT) at the age of 13, and subsequently obtained her ATCL (Associate Diploma Trinity College of Music) at 18. She has more than 20 years of full-time teaching experience, out of which 12 years was in Ossia Music School and Cristofori Music School. Throughout the years, she is also constantly upgrading her teaching skills by frequent attendance of seminars organised by ABRSM and the renowned Professor Edward Ho.

A kind and patient teacher who produces results (Merit and Distinctions), she is very popular with children and young adults alike. Numerous students have passed their Grade 8 examinations under her coaching and some have progressed to become teachers themselves. Other than making beautiful music, Susanna believes learning the piano provides a great platform for positive character building (developing character traits like resilience, discipline and striving for excellence) during the learning process, which contributes to the child’s future success in life.

To further encourage students to excel in their musical endeavors, students get rewarded with a trophy for scoring a Distinction in Graded Piano examinations.

Susanna strives to make learning the piano an enjoyable activity for her students; an outlet for children to de-stress and relax, and reduces screen time.

Learn Piano in Choa Chu Kang
Teacher Susanna teaches at her home studio in Choa Chu Kang (West of Singapore). Enquire with us on her schedule now!

Testimonials

”Susanna is a gem of a teacher. She has taught all 3 of my kids. My kids didn’t lose interest in piano as they got older because of her gentle disposition. She is kind, gentle, very patient, soft spoken and a genuine friend to me and my children. My kids were very blessed to have been taught by her. Highly recommend her as a teacher.”

Jayne Johnson
Mother of Rosemary
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“Susanna was recommended by my neighbour, whose 2 daughters were also coached by her.

This recommendation was truely a blessing indeed!

Susanna is patient, consistent and good with children.

Though soft spoken, she ensured that students practice outside of their lesson, either by reminding the students or updating their parents.

Through the years, I’ve left my son, Nicholas’s piano journey to Susanna and she has done an amazing job.

Thanks to Susanna for being so stringent, Nicholas was able to perfect the technicalities of each music piece.

Nicholas has consistently done well for his ABRSM piano exams and also recently for his ABRSM Grade 8 piano exam.

He obtained a Distinction!

Thank you Susanna!

I would definitely recommend Susanna if you are searching for a piano teacher for your child.”

June,
Mother of Nicholas (Grade 8 Distinction)
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“I will like to commend Madam Susanna Tan, my piano teacher since 2003 for both Piano and Music Theory.

Over the years, she has put in tremendous patience and effort in teaching her students, allowing her students to learn in a conducive and interesting manner. Her unwavering attitude of not giving up inspires me to be strong in my life, particularly my current situation.

Through her constant guidance for over the past 15 years, I am able to remember the different methods and strategies on both practical and theory and to subsequently to apply it to my own students.

It is also her patience towards her students that helped me to remember to grow to be like her; to be patient in everything I do whenever I’m teaching my own students. Being a piano teacher myself, I am able to finally understand that teaching is definitely not an easy job but she is able to do it well.

I look forward that she will be able to continue to impact more students in each of their own individual ways. To be a teacher who is ever understanding and patient towards her students.

Yours faithfully,
Lim Xue Mian Beverly(Miss)
Hospitality & Tourism Management
School of Business | Temasek Polytechnic
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“To Ms. Susanna

I started my musical journey at the age of 14 and you were my first and favourite piano teacher. I always thought that I started piano much later than others but under your guidance and encouragement, I have now completed my ABRSM grade 8! I may not be the best student a piano teacher could have asked for but you were patient with me, and even going the extra mile by giving me additional lessons before my exam. Not only are you a friendly and superb piano teacher, you have become a friend and mentor as well. Please continue to inspire students like me and thank you for everything all these years! “

Keith Chin
11 September 2018

Some Student’s results and achievements:

Ms Cheong holds a Bachelor Degree of Music from University of Adelaide in South Australia. She graduated in year 2016.

She obtained her LTCL (Licientiate Trinity College of London) in performance with high distinction in the year 2019. She was previously a piano student of Dianna Weeks and Lucinda Collins in Adelaide and Morag Yong in Kuala Lumpur.

Ms Cheong started her career as a choir and ballet accompanist since year 2000 in various organizations and was one of the busiest ballet accompanist during Royal Academy of Dance’s examinations engaged by many ballet schools annually in Kuala Lumpur when live accompaniment was mandatory. She is one of a few piano teachers who works as a ballet pianist and was actively involved in piano accompaniment. She was a full time ballet pianist of Dua Space Dance Academy in Kuala Lumpur between the years 2000-2005 and RAD exam pianist of Shiela Lang Dance Centre in Adelaide in year 2006. She is the permanent RAD ballet pianist in Singapore Chinese Girls School since year 2010 till present day and choir accompanist for SYF between years 2014-2017.

She was honoured to be selected by Accompanist Guild of South Australia as one of the piano accompanist to perform with a cellist in “The month of Accompanist” lunch hour concert held in Pilgrim Church Adelaide in year 2005. Recently in year 2022, she had been hired to film for a stand-in piano playing in a drama series “When Duty Calls 2卫国先锋2” by media corporation.

In spite of over 20 years of coaching and accompanying experience, Ms Cheong still strives to continuously improve in both. Her mission in piano education is to develop and broaden her student’s understanding in the artistry of music, as well as passing on core performing art values through private lessons, masterclasses, various performance platforms such as piano recitals, art festivals and piano competitions. Performing art is more than just a hobby as it associates with human life philosophies to express the complexity of human being. It contributes to our character building, mould us to be tough, instilling discipline, creativity and also at the same time help us build our perseverance, patience and confidence.

Here are the lessons and accompanying services she offers:

1) Students who are keen to learn proper classical piano techniques (from 5 yrs old beginner – subject to assessment, to diploma level).

2) Leisure playing for teenager beginners.

3) Church improvisation playing (short-term course), with pre-requisite of grade 5 practical and theory.

4) Free assessment and consultation for those who are willing to transfer from other piano teachers.

5) Intensive Grades 1-5 or 6-8 Theory lessons (individual/group) during holidays. This intensive camp allows students to complete each grade in one session or over weekly intensive course. This is suitable for those who can’t commit to regular theory lesson during school days or other instrumentalists without theory lesson in their regular classes.

6) Piano accompanying for examinations such as O-levels music, auditions and even solo recitals.

Ms Cheong stays in Yishun, has a studio for lessons near Yishun’s Northpoint City mall and conducts lessons with a grand piano. Traveling for teaching (in Yishun) is on case by case agreement (and limited to mutual time match), subjected to higher fee charges for traveling.

Ms Karen possesses exceptional musical expertise, holding both teaching and performance diplomas, which demonstrate her deep understanding of music theory, technique, and repertoire. This expertise is evident in her ability to guide students through both basic and complex pieces with ease.

Teacher Karen is incredibly patient, always willing to take the time needed to help students grasp challenging concepts. Her communication skills are superb, ensuring that instructions are clear and easily understood. This clarity in communication is complemented by her adaptability, as Karen tailors each lesson to meet the individual needs and learning styles of her students.

What sets Karen apart is her ability to encourage and motivate students, providing positive reinforcement that builds confidence and fosters a love for music. Her lessons are well-organized, with clear goals that help students track their progress and stay focused.

A passionate piano teacher
Ms Karen’s passion for teaching shines through in every lesson. She is genuinely interested in her students’ growth and success, which creates a supportive and inspiring learning environment. With a solid foundation in pedagogical knowledge, Karen effectively applies different teaching methods to suit each student’s needs.

Professionalism – a hallmark
Professionalism is a hallmark of Karen’s teaching approach. She is always punctual, well-prepared, and respectful, creating a reliable and positive experience for her students. Additionally, Karen is committed to continuous learning, constantly enhancing her own skills and knowledge to benefit her students.

In summary, Teacher Karen embodies all the qualities of an excellent piano teacher. Her qualifications, expertise, patience, communication skills, adaptability, encouragement, organization, passion, pedagogical knowledge, professionalism, and dedication to continuous learning make her a remarkable educator.

A few words of appreciation from students

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~ Courtesy of April, Dec 2021

“My piano teacher, Teacher Karen, is really awesome! She is super nice and always smiles. When I make mistakes, she doesn’t get mad. Instead, she helps me understand what I did wrong and shows me how to fix it.Teacher Karen is very patient. Sometimes I have to try a song many times before I get it right, and she never gets upset. She also makes our lessons fun. She gives me stickers when I do a good job.She explains things in a way that is easy to understand. If I don’t get something, she explains it again in a different way. She also listens to me and lets me pick some of the songs I want to learn. That makes me happy because I can play my favorite songs.I really like how Teacher Karen makes me feel good about playing the piano. She encourages me and tells me I’m doing a great job, which makes me want to practice more. I think she is the best piano teacher ever!”

~ Aaron

”Teacher Karen has been my dedicated piano instructor for nine years, guiding me from a raw beginner to achieving distinctions in both piano and theory exams up to Grade 8 level. Her expertise and nurturing teaching style have fostered not only technical proficiency but also a deep appreciation for music. With patience and meticulous attention to detail, she instilled confidence and encouraged emotional expression in my performances. Beyond mastering pieces, Teacher Karen’s holistic approach cultivated a genuine love for music and enriched my understanding of its theory and historical context. Her unwavering dedication to each student’s growth has left a lasting impact, making her not just a piano teacher but a mentor who has shaped me into a skilled pianist and a passionate musician.
~ Hui Min

Teacher Alvin is well-loved by students for his patience. He strives to inculcate and instil good character traits like discipline and resilience in the midst of effective piano learning and to lay a firm foundation that will benefit them in their music career in the future.

Teacher Alvin’s students have obtained outstanding results – high distinction in both ABRSM Practical and Theory examinations and clinched the top 3 awards in the music school’s in-house competitions. Most of his students score merit or distinction for ABRSM Practical and Theory examinations. His student’s passing rate is 100%

Students who are either learning piano for leisure or would like to take examinations and certification from the renowned Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM ) are all welcomed!

Teacher Alvin teaches piano at his home at Choa Chu Kang (opposite Choa Chu Kang MRT station) and also travels to student’s place within the Choa Chu Kang district. Please check with us on his available of slots!

Piano Teacher Katrina is a dedicated, highly experienced & qualified piano teacher who is student- centred. Her teaching style not only imparts & develops to students’ piano playing skills but also challenges them to reach their fullest potential.

Teacher Katrina teaches students from beginner level to grade 8 , both for exam preparation & for leisure.

She has taught privately for more than 20 years & possesses an LTCL Diploma in Piano Teaching.

If you are looking to have lessons at your own home, Ms Katrina have students in Punggol, Sengkang & the vicinity. Otherwise, Ms Katrina has a home studio at Serangoon Gardens too.

Enquire with us on Ms Katrina’s schedule and availability to start your piano lessons!

Meet Shaun: Your Passionate Piano Teacher

Shaun is not just any piano teacher; he is a dedicated musician with a rich background, extensive experience, and a fervent passion for teaching the piano. His journey with music began at a young age, setting the foundation for a lifelong commitment to the art of piano playing and education.

Passion for Teaching Piano

What truly sets Shaun apart is his unwavering passion for teaching. He believes that music is a universal language that can inspire and uplift. Shaun is committed to fostering a love for the piano in each of his students, tailoring his teaching approach to meet their individual needs and goals. Shaun’s teaching philosophy centres on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. He emphasises the importance of technique, theory, and musicality, sometimes using games that involve rhythm and aural training, ensuring that his students develop a well-rounded skill set. Sometimes, He uses software that grades a student’s playing, which makes learning piano more effective and motivating and  creates a gamified learning experience.

Shaun is known for his patience, enthusiasm, and ability to connect with his students, making each lesson a positive and rewarding experience. Moreover, Shaun is always seeking to improve his teaching methods. He regularly attends workshops like “Muso Music Academy” teachers’ workshop to stay updated with the latest pedagogical techniques and trends. This commitment to lifelong learning ensures that his students receive the highest quality instruction.

In conclusion, Shaun is a highly qualified and experienced piano teacher with a deep passion for music and education. His background, coupled with his dedication to his students, makes him an exceptional mentor for anyone looking to learn the piano. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student, Shaun’s expertise and enthusiasm will guide you on your musical journey.

Shaun teaches at home in Jurong West as well as students’ homes in Central or West of Singapore. Please enquire with us Shaun’s schedule for you or your child’s piano lessons!

A few kind testimonials from students/ parents

Ms Emily is an experienced & qualified piano teacher who is extremely patient with her students.

She possesses excellent communication skills to connect with her students , so that she can engage & inspire them in their musical piano learning journey. Her keen rapport with her students also fuels students motivation.

Ms Emily believes that all students are unique & have different personalities , learning styles & paces. Hence her teaching approach caters to each student’s individuality.

Ms Emily also believes in the tripartite relationship between the students, parents & herself. Hence she engages & updates parents of their children ‘s development.

Ms Emily has taught students as young as 3 years old to adults in their eighties. From students learning piano to sit for certified exams to students learning piano for leisure.

Ms Emily possesses a Diploma in Piano Recital & a Post – graduate Diploma in Education. She has taught in music schools & privately. Her piano teaching experience spans a period of more than 20 years.

Piano Lessons at Student’s home – Clementi & other areas
Ms Emily teaches her students in West of Singapore in Clementi, Jurong, CCK. A handful of her students are also at Bukit Timah & Orchard On some days she teaches at Thomson, Ang Mo Kio, Toa Payoh, etc. Please enquire with us on your location for piano lessons at your home.

Evelyn is a full-time Classical piano teacher. She coaches students on piano and music theory solely at her home studio in Sengkang. She loves perfoming on the piano and teaching piano.

Karel Lee is the section leader for double-bass in her school’s String Ensemble. She has always achieved either merit or distinction in her ABRSM examinations.

WALL OF EXCELLENCE – RESULTS SLIPS