Lessons

Students’ Concert 2024

Philosophy

Music is a gift, and I believe everyone can experience the joys of playing music. A few notes can convey the most profound of feelings; a performance can change a life. I wish that students will discover music as a universal language that has existed since the dawn of civilization, well before the age of exams and competitions. That they will learn to play music and cherish the sound they make. The world of music is vast, and as a teacher and a guide, I plan and help my students every step of the way to give them the journey of their life.

I also believe the formula to success is universal: planning and consistent practice. I will help my students develop a system that works for them, a system that delivers not only success in music, but also in other parts of life. While no teacher is perfect, I hope all my students will develop a passion for music, and at the end of their studies, become a complete musician and a better person. One day, it will be their turn to pass on the baton, their turn to inspire and delight. I hope that they will remember their studies with me fondly, as they take their children to their next music lessons.

Credentials

With 6 years of professional training at the Royal Northern College of Music, one of the founding institutions of the ABRSM, Yuen Yuen specializes in teaching piano with a holistic approach from beginner to advanced.

  • Royal Northern College of Music, 2015

    Elective courses taken:

    Piano Pedagogy

    Dalcroze Eurhythmics: Rhythmics

    Music Research in Practice (Music Psychology)

    Lecture Recital

  • Royal Northern College of Music, 2013

    Elective courses taken:

    Piano Pedagogy

    Composition

    Musicianship

    Jazz Piano

  • Licentiate of Royal Schools of Music in Piano Performance, 2012

  • Dalcroze Eurythmics: Rhythmics, Confirmation of Training (28.5 Hours), 2014

  • NSPCC Child Protection Awareness in Music

  • 2020-Present Professional Piano Instructor (HK)

    2020-2021 Parsons Music, Piano Tutor

    2015-2019 Private Piano Tutor (UK)

    2012-2015 Pedagogy Student Teacher at the RNCM

Students’ Hall of Fame

Practice makes perfect, and hard work deserves recognition. In the Hall of Fame, I want to celebrate the passion and dedication of my students. Here can be a place, where they will one day be able to look back and remember our lessons fondly, relishing every win we achieved together no matter where life takes them next.

    • 1st Place, HKIPPA Piano Competition Junior Class P3-4 Class (Louise, 2025)

    • 3rd Place, HKIPPA Piano Competition Grade 7 Class (Kenny, 2024)

    • 3rd Place, Pleyel Piano Competition (HK) Modern Period Category (Zander, 2024)

    • 3rd Place, Pleyel Piano Competition (HK) Teenage Category (Kenny, 2024)

    • 1st Place, HKIPPA Piano Competition Grade 5 Class (Zander, 2023)

    • 1st Place, HKIPPA Piano Competition Primary 5-6 Class (Tan, 2023)

    • 1st Place, HKIPPA Piano Competition Piano Pieces for Children Class (Alex, 2023)

    • 2nd Place, 9th Hong Kong Youth Piano Competition Primary 1-2 Class (Louise, 2023)

    • 2nd Place, Pleyel Piano Competition (HK) Romantic Period Category (Jacky, 2023)

    • 1st Place, GASCA 29th International Children and Youth Piano Competition Junior Group D (Louise, 2022)

    • 1st Place, VMEB Competition Autumn (Cherie, 2021)

    • Cherie (2022)

    • Kinga (2019)

    • Tan (2024)

    • Giorgio (2019)

    • Louise (2025)

    • Giorgio (2018)

    • Alex (2024)

    • Giorgio (2017)

    • Vincent (2024)

    • Zander (2023)

    • Louise (2023)

    • Tan (2024)

    • Ayo (2019)

Student Performances

Zander’s performance of Tuxedo Jazz by Martha Mier in the HKIPPA Piano Competition 2023

Louise’s performance of Mazurka in A minor by Chopin in the 2024 Summer Recital.

Testimonials

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Whether you have never played the piano, or you had played in the past and looking to return, I will be delighted to help you kick-start your musical journey. In our trial lesson we will discover how we may work together and achieve your musical ambitions.

Location

 

The Hermitage

1 Hoi Wang Road
Mong Kok, Kowloon

Hermitage Piano Studio

The Hermitage Studio, Olympic.

Prices

FAQs

  • Tuen Mun: Pierhead Garden

    Kowloon: The Hermitage

  • Absolutely, but please be reminded that home visits slots are limited and may not always be available. There will also be a home visit charge depending on location.

    To make an inquiry, please contact me here.

    • Cantonese: Fluent

    • English: Fluent

    • Mandarin: Not very good (lol)

  • I teach all ages and abilities ranging from complete beginner to advanced and beyond. However, I recommend the students be at least 7 or 8 years old, so they can understand what I am asking them to do.

  • I give piano lessons with a special emphasis on Classical music, but I am also happy to teach whatever the student decides to bring to the lesson. I also teach music theory, help my students with their compositions, or if they are teachers themselves, help them improve their teaching and develop their careers.

  • Cancellations made at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for reschedule within the month, or as a credit next month. Cancellations made without 48 hours' notice may be eligible for reschedule at my discretion if there are exceptional circumstances (accident, bereavement etc...)

    To further details, you can find my Terms & Conditions here.

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