JIAHAO SONG
Sunnyside,NY
Summary
Classically trained pianist and educator currently completing a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance at The Juilliard School and continuing into the Master of Music program beginning Fall 2026. Experienced in private piano instruction, bilingual English–Chinese teaching, chamber music collaboration, and practice coaching for students of different ages and levels. Passionate about developing each student’s musical understanding, technical foundation, artistic expression, and efficient practice habits through individualized instruction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Piano Instructor & Practice Coach
01.2020 - Current
- Provide one-on-one piano instruction and practice coaching for students ranging from beginners to intermediate-level pianists.
- Develop individualized practice plans to help students improve technical efficiency, musical understanding, and consistency in daily practice.
- Guide students in understanding musical notation, phrasing, articulation, voicing, stylistic interpretation, and score analysis.
- Identify technical and musical challenges in students’ playing and design targeted exercises and strategies to address them.
- Teach young beginners (ages 5–10) in both English and Chinese, focusing on building musical interest, healthy technique, rhythmic accuracy, note-reading, and basic music theory.
- Maintain supportive communication with students and parents regarding lesson goals, progress, and practice habits.
Collaborative Pianist & Chamber Music Assistant
01.2018 - Current
- Collaborated extensively with instrumentalists in rehearsals, competitions, performances, auditions, and studio classes.
- Assisted students in preparing chamber music repertoire through detailed rehearsal coaching and musical collaboration.
- Developed strong ensemble skills including balance, listening, rhythmic coordination, cueing, and stylistic flexibility.
- Performed as accompanist for student recitals, competitions, and educational performances.
Student Practice Mentor
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Assisted younger piano students outside of weekly lessons by helping them understand and apply teachers’ instructions more effectively.
- Supported students in solving technical and musical difficulties encountered during practice sessions.
- Helped students build structured practice routines and efficient learning strategies tailored to individual needs.
Education
Master of Music - Piano Performance
The Juilliard School
New York, NY05.2028
Bachelor of Music - Piano Performance
The Juilliard School
New York, NY05.2026
Skills
- Bilingual Teaching (English / Mandarin Chinese)
- Piano accompaniment
- Chamber Music Collaboration
- Adaptive teaching methods
- Music Theory & Ear Training Fundamentals
- Score Analysis & Interpretation
- Classical Repertoire Coaching
- Practice strategies
Accomplishments
PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
• Invited as a featured soloist at the Opening Ceremony of the 3rd Rachmaninoff International Youth Piano Competition (July 2025), performing the first movement of Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3 with orchestra.
• Presented a guest solo recital as part of the 2025 Rachmaninoff International Youth Piano Competition Festival Artist Series.
• Active recitalist with experience in solo piano recitals, chamber music concerts, lecture-performances, and educational outreach performances.
AWARDS & COMPETITIONS
• Second Prize, Juilliard Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto Competition (Piano Concerto No. 3), December 2024
• Second Prize, 6th KAWAI Asia Piano Competition Finals — Professional Youth Division, March 2021
• Fifth Prize, Singapore International Piano Competition (SIPC) Finals — Professional Youth Division, February 2021
• First Prize, 6th KAWAI Asia Piano Competition Hubei Division — Professional Youth Division, November 2020
• First Prize, 32nd Santa Cecilia International Piano Competition Hubei Division — Professional Youth Division, May 2021
Timeline
Private Piano Instructor & Practice Coach
01.2020 - Current
Collaborative Pianist & Chamber Music Assistant
01.2018 - Current
Student Practice Mentor
01.2018 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Music - Piano Performance
The Juilliard School
Master of Music - Piano Performance
The Juilliard School