Private Lessons with Jiayi
Jiayi
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Performance from Sichuan University, a Master's degree in Vocal Performance from Sichuan Conservatory of Music, and a second Master's in Music Education from Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Currently, I am pursuing a PhD in Music Education with a minor in Applied Interdisciplinary Arts-based Research at the University of Arizona.
In terms of my professional performance experience, I had my graduation solo recital in 2007 at Sichuan Conservatory of Music in China. In 2019 and 2020, I performed my M.M. Vocal Recitals at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, presenting both Western classical pieces and Chinese traditional folk songs. Most recently, in 2024, I gave a soprano solo voice recital at the University of Arizona, showcasing my learning journey here.
Regarding ensemble performance, I participated in the Boston Conservatory Chorus and performed at Old South Church. In 2020, I was part of the virtual orchestra for "What the World Needs Now is Love," featured in CNN’s ‘The Fourth in America.’ I also performed as a soprano in the celebration song for the 50th Anniversary of the NAEYC’s “Week of the Young Child.” In both 2019 and 2020, I led the music of China team in performing Chinese Beijing opera and folk music at the 33rd and 34th Berklee International Folk Festival. Additionally, I performed as an alto in the a cappella/BGV group for the concert of Mexican famed singer Aida Cuevas at Berklee College of Music.
Teaching Methods:
With over a decade of experience teaching private piano and voice lessons, my primary motivation is to have a long-term impact on students' lives and positively influence their growth and development. I am passionate about music education and committed to encouraging students to fall in love with music and enjoy life through it.
At the beginning of the learning process, I establish clear objectives and communicate expectations with students and their parents to foster a shared understanding of respect, accountability, integrity, and compassion. This approach optimizes knowledge acquisition and active engagement. I value various learning styles and employ diverse teaching methods to maximize my students' potential.
In piano and vocal instruction, I emphasize technical aspects in practice, helping students develop good performance habits from the start. While following a customized curriculum to achieve mutual objectives, I incorporate students' personal interests, such as their chosen repertoire, to engage them and create a joyful learning environment. My step-by-step approach focuses on theory, technique, and performance, and includes interactive activities to engage young learners. Additionally, I use scientific methodologies such as scaffolding to offer assistance and structured guidance as students acquire new skills.
10 fun facts about me:
I love swimming.
I dream of having a Maltese dog in the future.
I’m obsessed with coffee every day.
I enjoy music and am fascinated by exploring different cultures through their musical expressions. I learned Chinese folk songs and opera genres, also broadened my horizons by learning Western classical pieces, and am eager to explore more multicultural music and arts.
Pink is my favorite color.
I enjoy watching movies and reading
I love traveling and exploring new places.
I am fluent in Mandarin and English, and I am currently learning Japanese.