Teachers

Biography: Evangeliya Delizonas has appeared in recital throughout the United States and Europe, performing at venues including Carnegie Weill Recital Hall and Merkin Concert Hall in New York; the Soka Performing Arts Center in Aliso Viejo, California; Alfred Cortot Hall and Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris; the Palace of the United Nations in Geneva; the…

Biography: Dr. Eunice In Hwa Lee, a nationally certified cello teacher through the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), is a dedicated cellist, educator, and chamber musician with a strong commitment to both performance and teaching. As an active performer, she has collaborated with internationally renowned artists including Colin Carr, Eric Bartlett, members of the Emerson…

Biography: Ece Tüysüzoğlu Doğuer is a professional opera singer and music educator, graduated from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University State Conservatory. With a strong background in vocal performance, piano, and music pedagogy, she has been actively teaching students of all ages for many years. She is the founder of Bestece Music School, where she provides…

Biography: Yuan (Penny) Ping is a violinist and experienced music educator based in Texas. She earned her Master of Music in Violin Performance from The University of Texas at Austin and has been teaching violin for over a decade. A certified Suzuki instructor, she specializes in building strong technical foundations while fostering creativity and confidence…

Biography: Jeremy Wong is an accomplished Singaporean concert pianist, chamber musician, composer, and music theorist. Based in both Finland and Singapore, Jeremy is a doctoral researcher at Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki, the artistic director of Singapore International Music Competition, co-founder of Finlandia International Piano Competition and teaching associate at School of Music,…

Biography: Vishesh Sharma is a dedicated piano educator and the Co-Founder and Director of Administration and Academics at the ChordsCraft Institute of Music. Specializing in Virtual Piano coaching a global roster of students across more than 15 countries including the USA, UK, Australia, and throughout Europe, Vishesh combines rigorous classical training with a modern, technology-forward…

Biography: Yuanyuan has been taking piano lessons since he was ten years old. He started out at Cary School of Music under Mr. John Hermann. There, he received several Superior ratings for his performances at their Piano Festivals. In addition, he placed 1st at the 2010 Young Artist Auditions held at William Peace University. During…

Biography: Graduated with Summa Cum Laude from Baku Conservatory in Azerbaijan, postgraduate study at Saint-Petersburg Conservatory in Russia. Taught and performed solo and in chamber groups in Russia and USA. My students have achieved top honors in diverse competitions. What do you like most about CIMC? Great opportunity for students to perform for a big…

Biography: Fernando Calixto is a brazilian pianist born in Uberaba (Minas Gerais). He holds a Doctorate with Excellence in Piano Performance from the N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov State Conservatory in Saint Petersburg (Russia) — the first conservatory founded in the country and one of the most prestigious in the world — where he also earned his…

Biography: Helena Aung is a pianist originally from Thailand and the founder of the Innovative Piano Program. Since 2024, Aung has been a Sessional Lecturer at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. Aung holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from the University of Arkansas, a Master of Music in Piano Performance and…

Biography: Christina Dan Liu, a PhD in Piano Arts from the United States, a young pianist, a lifetime expert member of the European Teachers Association EPTA. Has held solo concerts in famous concert halls and performed on TV and radio stations with many internationally renowned artists. Has won numerous awards in piano competitions at home…

Biography: Sicheng He is a pianist, collaborative artist, and private piano instructor. He currently serves as an adjunct professor in the piano area and is pursuing his doctoral degree at James Madison University. Mr. He has performed numerous solo and chamber recitals across China and the United States, with notable appearances at venues such as…

Biography: Teaching at Peru State College. What do you like most about CIMC? Competition opportunity for students.

Biography: Hope Tian is a voice teacher and performer with a focus on Baroque and Classical repertoire, and she also works across standard opera and art-song literature. Her teaching centers on healthy vocal function, clear diction, and practical stylistic tools that support reliable technique and confident expression. She has performed in concerts and collaborative projects…

Biography: Helena Ma is a pianist and teacher who has taught in Silicone valley, California, more than twenty years. She graduated from USC Thornton school master of piano performance, under the guidance of Norman Krieger and Antoinette Perry. Helena has the great insight in music interpretations and piano performance, she is also passionate about inspiring…

Biography: Munno Gantulga is a professionally trained pianist and dedicated piano educator based in Glenview/Chicago, Illinois. She graduated from the Mongolian Music Conservatory as a professional pianist and teaches students of all ages and levels. Munno focuses on building strong technique, musical expression, and confident performance skills. She also prepares students for piano exams and…

Biography: Fun drumset lessons for kids from 7-15 years. For more details visit, https://www.mykidsdrum.com/about What do you like most about CIMC? Opportunity for student recognition.

Biography: Korean pianist Dr. Park’s versatile qualities as a soloist, collaborative pianist, and chamber musician, and pedagogue, distinguishing herself as a dynamic performer and dedicated educator. Dr. Sunkyong Park started to play the piano at the age of 7 and made her solo debut at the age of 13. A prizewinner in numerous competitions in…

Biography: Tdrinda started her music studies at the age of four, with piano. Over the years, she participated in many performances, including stage (solo, duets, groups and symphonic orchestras as student and later as a professional musician) as well as eisteddfods in percussion, such as the Philip Moore National Music Competition as soloist on the…

Biography: I am an internationally active piano educator with over 18 years of online teaching experience, I having taught more than 800 students worldwide.My students come from diverse cultural backgrounds, including Japan, China, Taiwan, Azerbaijan, and Bangladesh, and range widely in age. I create an inclusive learning environment where students connect through music beyond national…

Biography: Piano lesson over 25 years. What do you like most about CIMC? All students try.

Biography: Dr. Qian Zhong is a full-time First Violinist with the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra since 2022. During the 2024–2025 academic year, she also served as Adjunct Professor of Violin at Frostburg State University, where she shared her experience with emerging professional musicians. Prior to joining the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, Dr. Zhong was frequently engaged as…

Biography: I am Kim, a music teacher from the Philippines and the founder of Revanriel Music Studio. I specialize in teaching piano. Teaching music is my passion and purpose. I believe in nurturing each student’s unique potential through patience, discipline, and creativity. My greatest joy is seeing my students grow, gain confidence, and achieve success…

Biography: Founder and Artistic Director of San Francisco Young Prodigy International Violin Competition, Judge of Beethoven International Music Competition, Judge of Saint- Saens International Music Competition, Judge of New York Music Award. What do you like most about CIMC? Has 2 rounds of the competition.

Biography: “All singers were partnered by excellent pianist Soh Wei Qi, no mere accompanist but one ever-sensitive to myriad nuances presented in the songs” (Chang Tou Liang, Strait’s Times, Sept 2025)

Soh Wei Qi is a Singaporean pianist. His mentors include Mrs. Rena Phua, Ning An, Maestro Sergei Babayan, and Olga Radosavljevich-Gradojevich. He credits his musical…

Biography: I born in Seoul, Korea and started piano when I was 4 yrs old and went Seoul Art school like Korean Juliard prep school from 7-12th grades. And studied Yonsei University and won many competitions. I have been teaching piano private lessons since 1978 in Korea and moved to USA 1991 and keep on…

Biography: Viktoriia was born in 1991 in Krasnoyarsk and has lived in the world of music since childhood.For her, the piano quickly became more than an instrument-it turned into a living language through which she can speak to both children and adults.Today, Viktoriia is a music educator, pianist, composer, and author of pedagogical methods, scholarly…

Biography: Violinist Ji Myung Kim has been internationally recognized as an artist of true versatility. A native of South Korea, Kim came to the US when he was fourteen years old to study violin under C.J. Chang and Robert de Pasquale in Philadelphia. Ever since then Kim’s virtuosity has dazzled his audiences around the world…

Biography: Pianist • Artistic Director • EducatorSteinway & Sons Teacher Hall of FameHailed as a “remarkable young pianist” by Korean Music Magazine, Cindy Jihyun Lee is a pianist and artistic director whose performances and programming reflect both deep musical insight and a compelling international artistic voice. Born in Seoul, Korea, she received rigorous classical training…

Biography: Ying Liu, currently based in Hawai‘i, is a highly dedicated piano educator with 18 years of teaching experience. Over the years, her students have earned hundreds of ABRSM certificates, including numerous Distinctions in Piano and Music Theory. Her students have achieved outstanding results in major international and regional competitions, winning prizes at the：Orbifold Global…

Biography: I am a graduate of the piano department of the conservatory, and at the same time, I did a bachelor’s degree after university. I have been preparing many students for international competitions, festivals and exams for many years. At the same time, I prepare for conservatory preparatory exams and exams such as theory. What…

Biography: Yingwen Lewis is a highly respected and sought-after music instructor serving the Danville, California areas. She has earned global recognition from Steinway & Sons, receiving both the 2021 and 2024 Top Teacher Awards for her outstanding dedication to piano education. In 2025, she ascended to the prestigious role of Steinway Teacher Hall of Fame,…

Biography: Eric Liu is a dedicated music educator and performer based in the Silicon Valley Bay Area of Northern California, with a lifelong commitment to nurturing young musicians. His musical journey began at the age of 4 through structured early childhood music education, giving him a deep understanding of how children learn music from the…

Biography: Violinist Leonid Sushansky has garnered acclaim from The Washington Post for his “gorgeous tone” and “compelling musical personality” and has been described as “astonishing” by The New York Times. He made his Carnegie Hall recital debut in 2005 and has performed with numerous orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, Bergen Philharmonic, and Romanian State…

Biography: Graduated from Toho School of Music in japan.Completed the TOHO Vienna Academy.Awarded Distinguished Teacher honors at the Europe International Piano Competition in Japan,the Japan Classical Music Comepetition, PTNA, and the All Japan Junior Classical Music Competition. What do you like most about CIMC? I am truly delighted that my students performances were evaluated so…

Biography: Natalie Gray is a New York-based teaching artist, recording artist, singer-songwriter, pianist, and composer/arranger. She holds a Master of Arts in Music & Music Education from Columbia University, with a specialization in Vocal Pedagogy, and a B.S. in Music Education from Hofstra University, where she was the recipient of the Herbert A. Deutsch Award…

Biography: Elena Ayanyan is the Founder, Owner, and Head of Elena’s Music Studio. With over 20 years of dedicated experience, Elena has specialized in teaching children the art and technique of piano. Elena has expertly taught piano to children, fostering both technical mastery and a profound appreciation for music. Her commitment to excellence is reflected…

Biography: I have BA degree from Kharkov Music college , and MA degree from Kharkov conservatory as a piano solo performer, piano teacher, and concertmaster. I have been working as a concertmaster and piano teacher for 50 years. I have worked in Odessa, Ukraine, in New York in Juilliard School, New York conservatory , Harid…

Biography: Vincent Yim, Trumpet Born in 2002, Vincent Yim is an emerging trumpet player from Hong Kong. A proud recipient of the Kovner Fellowship at The Juilliard School, he earned his Bachelor of Music degree and is currently pursuing his Master of Music degree under the guidance of Christopher Martin, principal trumpet of the New…

Jingying Li is a pianist, educator, and Steinway & Sons Educational Partner whose artistic work spans solo performance, chamber music, and university-level teaching. A graduate of New York University’s Steinhardt School, she holds a Master of Music and an Advanced Certificate in Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy, studying under distinguished pedagogues Marilyn Nonken and Jeffrey…

Dr. Yuking Chou Brandenburgh, featured in Marquis Who’s Who 2024, is an acclaimed pianist and prize-winner at international piano competitions in Spain, Italy, and Austria. A highly respected educator, she has guided pianists of all ages who have won global competitions and performed on world-renowned stages, including Vienna’s concert halls and Carnegie Hall in NYC.…