Introduction: With over 10 years of teaching experience in the Boston and Chicago area, I have worked with many students ages 3-70 of diverse backgrounds and learning styles. I have had the pleasure of helping students achieve their goals by winning competitions and state auditions as well as helping older adults rediscover their love for music. I would love to meet you and hear about how you would like to have music in your life!
As a teacher, I use a mix of different methods that I've found to be effective over the years. This ranges from the Suzuki method to traditional conservatory training in the Russian and American styles, which I tailor specifically to the students' level and learning style. I emphasize an encompassing music education where lessons not only include technical practice and solo music, but also music theory, basic keyboard skills and ear training. I believe that these tools prepare the student to learn independently and understand any style of music when there is no teacher present.
This is a challenging time for all of us -- coping with financial constraints and emotional stability. I'd be happy to offer sliding scale pricing for those in need, please let me know when you send me a message.
**Currently, lessons will be conducted online due to the pandemic. However in the event that the student has a strong desire to have in-person lessons, there is the possibility of having sessions in a public space e.g. a park, while adhering to social distancing measures (masks on throughout, 6 feet apart). This is contingent upon my approval and the ability of the student to travel to a location near me.**
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Performance biography:
A graduate of DePaul and Boston Universities, Dr. Chan has had the honor of working with musical luminaries such as Yo-Yo Ma, Riccardo Muti, Jaap van Zweden, Emanuel Ax and the Silk Road Ensemble during her residency with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. She has performed regionally and internationally at the Kennedy Center, Boston Symphony Hall, Chicago Symphony Center, Beijing National Center for Performing Arts, Tokyo Opera City, and Seoul Arts Center. Beyond performing and teaching, she is passionate about exploring how music can enrich, empower and strengthen communities. As violinist and Co-Artistic Director of Boston-based String Orchestra “Palaver Strings”, she has been involved in various community projects such as the Carnegie Hall Lullaby Project(A song-writing project that pairs pregnant women with musicians to write and sing lullabies for their babies), Bridge Boston Chamber Music Institute and Boston Medical Center’s Arts Lab.
