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Classical Piano with Dr. Sharon W.

Mountain View, California

4.9
(13)
Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 6-18
Speaks English, Chinese, Taiwanese
Teaching since 2010
Doctoral Degree in Piano Performance

    About Dr. Sharon W.

    4.9
    (13)
    ***************** Hi! Click "Ask Sharon a Question" then you'll be able to message me before purchasing lessons! Please note that your contact info in the message will not be released to me before the purchase is completed. I'd love to but am unable to give you a call before you sign up. ****************** Native of Taiwan, one of the few pianists in the world to successfully perform “The People United Will Never Be Defeated!” (Frederic Rzewski’s hour-long set of 36 variations) from memory, and I have performed in the United States, Taiwan, and Prague. I am also involved in chamber music, contemporary music, and piano collaboration. *Certificated MTAC (Music Teacher Association of California) piano teacher. *President of MTAC, Palo Alto branch since 2020 *Preparation of piano competitions and music exams like CM and ABRSM. *Host regular student recitals. I received my D.M.A degree (PhD) in Piano Performance at Stony Brook University, where I study with Gilbert Kalish. Master degree in Piano under Dr. Steven Spooner as a scholarship student at the University of Kansas. *Teaching in Chinese is available.

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    4.9
    13 Reviews
    Vicky
    Student's home
    Excellent instruction. Sharon is an inspirational teacher that uses effective techniques to help you learn classical pieces. Highly recommend her.
    Posted Mar 5, 2018
    Apple
    Student's home
    Sharon is very nice and patient for my first lesson. I'd like to keep learning from her:)
    Posted Jan 10, 2018
    C. W.
    Student's home
    My 8 year old is so happy to be taking lessons from Sharon Wu! Ms. Wu is a true professional: in addition to her top qualifications, she has high expectations for her students and a genuine interest in their learning. She also has a kind and encouraging manner. Highly recommended!!
    Posted Jul 14, 2017
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    Experience

    Piano Teacher

    Sep, 2010 - Present

    Private Studio

    Piano Teacher

    Oct, 2016 - Jan, 2021

    New Mozart School of Music

    Choral Advisor & Accompanist

    Sep, 2015 - Aug, 2016

    Elim Chinese Baptist Church

    Piano Instructor

    Apr, 2014 - Jun, 2015

    Port Jefferson Music Academy

    Piano Teacher

    Apr, 2010 - May, 2012

    Childhood Music Studio

    Education

    Bachelor Degree in Piano Performance

    Sep, 2006 - May, 2010

    Tunghai University, Taiwan

    Doctoral Degree in Piano Performance

    Sep, 2014

    Stony Brook University

    Master Degree in Piano Performance

    Sep, 2012 - May, 2014

    University of Kansas

    Awards

    Scholarship

    Sep, 2012

    University of Kansas

    Scholarship

    Sep, 2016

    Stony Brook University

    Scholarship

    Jul, 2015

    Chautauqua Music Festival

    Kansas State Alternate

    Oct, 2013

    2013 MTNA Young Artist Piano Competition

    Affiliations

    Music Teachers' Association of California

    Oct, 2018

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    Languages

    Thai

    Limited Proficiency

    English

    Professional Proficiency

    Chinese

    Native Proficiency

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