Business Details
Expert Chinese Music Lessons in San Francisco
Chinese Music Lessons brings decades of expertise in traditional Chinese music instruction, rooted in a lifetime of artistic achievement. Born into an artistic family in Zhejiang, China, I began performing professionally at an early age with the Zhejiang Shaoshing Opera Troupe, touring extensively across China and earning national recognition. My career spans performances on international television networks in Italy, Korea, Hungary, and the United States, alongside prestigious engagements at cultural institutions like the de Young Museum and San Francisco City Hall.As a member of the Composers and Authors Society of Hong Kong, I combine performance excellence with pedagogical innovation, having taught award-winning students since establishing my San Francisco Bay Area studio. My instruction emphasizes technical mastery of instruments like the Guzheng and Pipa while preserving cultural authenticity. With experience teaching via modern platforms like FaceTime and WeChat, I make traditional Chinese music accessible to contemporary learners worldwide.
Services
Guzheng Lessons
Pipa Lessons
Music Instruction
Performance Coaching
Cultural Education
Highlights and features
- Recognized as top artist in China with national performance awards
- Teaches authentic techniques on traditional Chinese instruments
- Offers modern remote instruction via FaceTime and WeChat
- Proven track record with award-winning student performers
- Maintains cultural authenticity through decades of professional experience
Associations and certifications
- Composers and Authors Society of Hong Kong
Services
Guzheng Lessons
Learn authentic Guzheng techniques from a master performer with decades of teaching experience. This 21-stringed zither requires specialized instruction in plucking, glissando, and traditional Chinese scales. Students develop proficiency in classical repertoire while understanding the instrument's 2,500-year history.
Pipa Lessons
Master the Pipa's complex finger techniques through structured lessons with a professional performer. This pear-shaped lute demands precise plucking and bending techniques developed over its 2,000-year history. Instruction covers both traditional Chinese compositions and modern adaptations.
People
Chinese Music Lessons
Owner & Lead Instructor
Award-winning Chinese musician with 40+ years of professional performance experience. Recognized in Chinese Who's Who, former member of Zhejiang Shaoshing Opera Troupe, and current Composers and Authors Society of Hong Kong member.
Questions
What instruments do you teach?
I specialize in traditional Chinese instruments Guzheng (21-string zither) and Pipa (lute), offering comprehensive instruction in both.
Do you accept beginning students?
Yes, I teach all skill levels from absolute beginners to advanced performers, tailoring lessons to individual progress.
Are remote lessons available?
Yes, I offer online instruction via FaceTime and WeChat for international students and local convenience.
What performance opportunities exist?
Students participate in annual recitals at Oakland Asian Cultural Center and other Bay Area venues.
How long are lesson sessions?
Lesson durations vary from 30-60 minutes based on student age and experience level, with flexible scheduling.
