Learn with an Experienced, Enthusiastic Royal Conservatory (RCM ) Certified Piano Teacher Online or In person .
“All of the elements of Lily Li’s personality–the passion, thoughtfulness, energy, and sheer love of life–can be heard quite clearly in every measure of her piano performances.”
—-Barry Kilpatrick
About The Teacher
Lily Li
Lily Li (Yichang Li) is a piano teacher, music educator, collaborative pianist and festival adjudicator. She has been recognized by the International Prominent Pianist Festival with an Excellence in Piano Pedagogy Award for her outstanding instruction and student achievement in piano education. In addition, she is the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Certified Teacher.
Lily was born in Guangzhou, China and received her BA in Music Education with a piano concentration from Xinghai Conservatory of Music. She worked as a collaborative pianist for a number of ensembles. Lily has toured throughout Southern China, and has received a number of awards throughout her career including a gold medal in the World Chinese Youth Arts Festival Piano competition in Macao, and a Certificate of Appreciation for accompanying the choir for the 2010 Asian Paralympics Games in Guangzhou.
Lily received Masters degree in Music Performance with a concentration in collaborative piano at the State University of New York at Fredonia and was the recipient of the Max and Anne Davis Scholarship for Excellence in Accompanying. She has worked with the Fredonia College Choir and has toured with the Fredonia Wind Ensemble. She has accompanied SUNY Fredonia students for instrumental juries, vocal recitals, opera scenes and performances. In addition, Lily has performed every semester with Fredonia High School music students recitals at the 1891 Fredonia Opera House during 2014-2016. Lily also a piano instructor in the Musical Journeys Program in Fredonia, and is working as a community collaborative pianist.
In the summer of 2016, Lily was selected as one of the pianists from across North American to participate in the Schubert Art Song Repertories. She studied with Graham Johnson at the Vancouver International Song Institute. She attended the Miami Music Festival as a collaborative pianist with an emphasis on performing various aspects of chamber music. Public recitals have been performed at both venues.
For over 25 years Lily has had a successful independent piano studio inspiring students of all ages in Asia and North America.
Lily has over 25 years experience teaching piano. She has worked with students ages 4-84, of all different performing levels and has earned many awards as an excellent piano teacher in China. In 2013, she has set up a private piano studio in Fredonia, New York. She is also working at the First Presbyterian Church as a music director. She is living her dream of performing while helping other people enjoy and appreciate music.
Teaching Philosophy
In my 25-year career as a music educator, I have had many experiences that have shaped my teaching philosophy. I received my BA in Music Education with a piano concentration from Xinghai Conservatory of Music in China, and my Master’s degree in Music Performance with a concentration in collaborative piano at the State University of New York (SUNY)at Fredonia. My continuing education involves a number of professional certification programs, including the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM). I have toured throughout southern China, North America, performed in ensembles for university recitals, juries, opera scenes, and so on, as well as for community events.
I have experience instructing students at all levels and backgrounds from ages 4-84 both in the United States and China, but specialize in working with young children. I currently own a private piano studio in Fredonia. NY, and serve as music director at a local church.
Learning an instrument can offer so many benefits, such as discipline, patience, goal-setting, problem-solving, creativity, getting along with others, and the list goes on. I am excited about having music become a lifetime of joy for you.
I developed a curriculum that is comprehensive, addressing every student’s individual strengths/weaknesses as well as encouraging and empowering them to express individuality≥ as musicians. In addition to established method books, I have devised my own course which fosters healthy, effortless technique and provides foundational knowledge such as theory, sight-reading and improvisational skills.
Finally, my studio does participate in some testing programs such as The Piano Guild and RCM examinations. These can be very effective at motivating dedicated students to reach new levels of musicianship and give them the confidence to participate in public events (recitals, competitions, etc.).
About The Studio
Learn piano from an experienced, enthusiastic RCM certified teacher
About The Lessons
Welcome to Lily Li Piano Studio! We offer ONLINE and IN PERSON private piano lessons for ages 4 to adult, customizing each session to meet the unique goals of every student. Our focus is on building a solid technical foundation, along with training the ear and reading skills. In addition to solo repertoire, students have the opportunity to learn music improvisation and composition, performing with peers. Share your talent in public recitals, piano festivals, and enroll in the RCM certificate program. Lessons available in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin – join our musical family and embark on a journey of creativity and joy at the piano!
PRIORITIES IN EACH PIANO LESSON:
Tone development – create tonal and expressive contrast
Technique – healthy, effortless technique
Theory
Ear Training
Sight-reading skills
Music become a lifetime of joy
SPECIALIZED UNITS ON HEALTHY PIANO TECHNIQUE
At our studio, we go above and beyond to ensure that each student’s growth and learning remain paramount. Alongside fostering a deep love for music, we prioritize specialized units focused on piano technique. Through a personalized curriculum designed to address individual strengths and weaknesses, our dedicated instructors work diligently on technical development. By overcoming any obstacles that may hinder progress, we empower students to confidently tackle new musical challenges with ease.