Lesson Details
Piano
- Levels Taught:
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Hsiao-Lan teaches
About
- Teaches students:
- Ages 3+ and special needs
- Teaching since:
- September 1993
I have been playing the piano since age 3 and violin since age 8. Besides regularly performing, teaching has been one of the most important things in my life. For more than 20 years, I have taught piano, violin, composition, theory, and music technology to music lovers of all ages. My students have gone on to win prizes both locally and nationally. I enjoy sharing with students my love for music in a nurturing atmosphere.
*** Lesson Details ***
Note-reading, technique, theory, improvisation, standard and not-so-standard pieces. Occasionally, we also include pop, jazz, blues, and musical theater works in our lessons. I have been described by my students as funny, strict, nice, and patient. I am not afraid to tell my students they need to step up the effort if I see potential in them to do well. I also know when to give them the support when they feel frustrated. Students' interests will be taken into consideration for the pieces chosen and the style of lessons given. Teaching has always been my passion. I get to know the personality of my students so we can work together to bring out the musical talent in each of them. Student recital is held at least once every year. I encourage all students to participate in the recital.
*** Studio Equipment ***
One Yamaha upright piano and one Yamaha grand piano (for advanced students)
Dedicated chair for parents who choose to wait or observe during the lesson.
*** Travel Equipment ***
N/A
*** Specialties ***
I am a classical musician by training, although I do play other styles as well.
Experience
Associate Director of Music
Feb 2015 - PresentOrganist/Pianist
Feb 2012 - Feb 2015Instructor in Audio Production
Aug 2011 - Dec 2014Accompanist
Mar 2012 - Oct 2014Piano Instructor
Aug 2012 - Jun 2014Adjunct Assistant Professor
Aug 2008 - May 2011Assistant Conductor
Sep 2005 - Jun 2007Teaching Fellow
Aug 2003 - May 2007Education
Doctor of Musical Arts
Aug 2002 - Aug 2010Master of Music
Aug 1999 - May 2002Bachelor of Music
Sep 1994 - Jun 1999Languages
Chinese
English
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5 Reviews
Write a ReviewGood teacher
Hsiao-Lan started teaching my 3 year old. She has incredible patience and shows the kids how much fun you can have while playing the piano. My daughter loved her and was always looking forward to her piano classes. I would highly recommend this teacher to anyone who is looking for their kids to have fun while they learn to play the piano. Unfortunately, we were not able to continue the classes but in a near future i would love for her to teach my daughter once again. Hsiao-Lan truly has a gift in teaching young children.
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I asked my 10 year old son what rating I should give Dr. Wang and he said "5 stars". She is very patient and friendly when teaching my son who is a bit shy. She has chosen songs that are fun that he enjoys playing, and I never hear a complaint about going to lessons. She is helpful with all aspects of learning to play the piano, and I have noticed his playing becoming more personal rather than simply following notes.
nice and patient
The teacher is nice and patient, My daughter just turned 4 when she first started the lesson. I was afraid she was going to find this difficult and boring. But instead she has enjoyed each lesson and has made surprising progress. The lesson is talored to her short attention span, mixed with games and fun motivation. We have enjoyed the lessons.
Mother of 6yr old student
Hsaio Lan returned my phone calls and emails promptly. Her schedule was posted, making appointments easy.She is organized and efficient.My 6 yr old enjoys her lessons with her.