Wei-Chin Koh

Location:

Yishun
Singapore 760240

Contact:

81801937

Additional Info:

Biography
Miss Koh Wei Chin graduated from the prestigious National Taiwan University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Piano Performance and Vocal Studies. On top of this degree, she also holds the Performer's Certificate in Solo Piano from the Trinity College of Music, London.

A versatile pianist, Wei Chin also has extensive teaching experience in Taiwan, Malaysia and Singapore. She was the accompanist for the “Voce-Mozart 250th Anniversary Concert” , NAFA Singapore, 2006 and the guest performer for the "No String Attached" violin recital ,Kuala Lumpur,2004

Education
National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei.
Bachelor of Fine Arts, 2004.
Key courses : Piano Performing, Music Education and Vocal Training.

Awards: MAROC Book Prize (2004), United World Chinese Commercial Bank Scholarship (2003), Malaysian Teo Chew Association Scholarship (2002 – 2004), Kwang Dong Association Scholarship (2003 – 2004), Overseas Student Scholarship (2001 – 2003), Excellent Academic Performance from Chinese Affairs Commission ( 2001 – 2004), Overseas Student Chinese Culture Scholarship from Ministry of Education (2000)

Trinity College, London.
Performer’s Certificate in Solo Piano, 1998

Performance
-- Successfully held a piano recital in NTNU (National Taiwan Normal University) concert hall. Received remarkable acclamation.
-- Took part in the “No String Attached” violin recital as a guest performer held in Kuala Lumpur.
-- As a Piano Accompanist of “Voce-Mozart 250th Anniversary Concert” held at NAFA (Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts) Singapore
-- Performed at Chinese High School, Malaysia, for charity to promote Classical Music awareness.
-- Accompanied various singers, string and brass players for lessons and recitals within and outside of National Taiwan Normal University.
-- Participated in numerous opera performances as a choir member include "La Clemenza di Tito", "Lelisir d’Amour", "Macbeth", "The Fiery Angel"etc. Performed in several prestigious concert halls in Taiwan.
-- Leaded Chinese Orchestra in regular and special performances for school programmes, community activities, concerts, and festivals.

Work History
Fisherman Music School, Singapore 2008 -– 2010
Piano Teacher

Responsible for teaching piano and theory to children of various ages and levels. Prepared children for the ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) examinations and school's recital. Students achieved 100% passes with some gained merits and distinctions.

Cristofori Music PTE LTD, Singapore 2006 - 2007
Education Officer

Provided piano, harmony, theory and music training for students ages 6–50.Tailored lesson plan and integrated a wide range of activities and materials to accommodate all learners. Participated volunteer program which offered assistance to mentally disabled students.

Self-Employed, Malaysia and Taiwan 2003 – 2005
Private Music Instructor

Conducted private music lessons. Taught school aged children. Tracked progress, collaborated with parents, worked with students to prepare for the ABRSM piano and theory examinations, piano competitions as well as school music examinations. Gave positive encouragement to keep students motivated and eager to learn and progress.

Languages
Chinese, English, Malay, Teochew, Hokkien.

Fees

S$ 70.00 Singapore Dollars Per Hour
I usually charge between S$60 to S$80 depends on the traveling hour and what piece/pieces to play.

Instruments

Piano

Specialisms

Instrumental Accompaniment, Vocal Accompaniment

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