Minami Suda
Yamaha Music Center
New York,USA
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Language
19
years of professional experience
Classically trained pianist, composer, and educator pursuing a Master of Music at Manhattan School of Music. Experienced in performance, collaboration, and music education, with versatile repertoire from classical to pop music. Developing experience in digital music creation and a strong interest in the business and creative side of recorded music, particularly A&R, sync, and music production.
Work History
Composer / Music Creator
- Create original musical compositions drawing on classical piano training and contemporary digital music tools.
- Experience creating MIDI-based tracks in GarageBand and Logic Pro, exploring digital approaches to composition and music production.
- Interested in expanding experience in recorded music, film/TV music, soundtrack production, and music licensing.
Private Piano Instructor
6 Years 7 Months- Teach individualized one-on-one piano lessons to students ranging from young children to elders.
- Create customized lesson plans based on students’ musical goals, level, and learning style.
- Manage ongoing student communication and scheduling while maintaining long-term relationships with students and families.
- Prepare students for performances, repertoire development, and musical growth.
Collaborative Pianist & Performer
18 Years 7 Months- Perform solo, chamber, and collaborative repertoire in concert, community, and professional settings.
- Served as piano accompanist for the UCI Choir, accompanied UCI ballet classes, performed regularly with instrumentalists and vocalists.
- Performed live with singer Haruka Ishii at GVJCI Izakaya/Bar.
- Participated in chamber music and collaborative programs including Brevard Music Center and the Borromeo Chamber Music Festival.
- Regularly perform for community and charitable events, including Tulips in Harmony Japan Charity Event.
Piano Instructor
2 Years- Taught students of varied ages and experience levels and substituted for group classes when needed.
Piano Instructor
1 Year- Taught students of varied ages and experience levels and substituted for group classes when needed.
Store Associate
- Provided customer service, operated cashier systems, and supported daily store operations.
Piano Instructor
1 Year- Taught students of varied ages and experience levels and substituted for group classes when needed.
Teacher’s Assistant
2 Years- Supported Pre-K through 5th-grade classrooms, tutoring, grading, organization, and student supervision; communicated with parents regarding student progress.
Education
B.M. - Piano Performance
M.M. - Piano Performance
Skills
Music: Classical Piano
Collaborative Piano
Chamber Music
Accompaniment
Composition
Technology: GarageBand
MIDI Sequencing/Track Creation
Developing Logic Pro Experience
Professional: Communication
Organization
Scheduling
Teaching
Collaboration
Music Research
Languages
- Japanese (fluent)
- English
Awards
JMAC Lighthouse Competition — 1st Place (2025), Manhattan School of Music Scholarship (2025), UCI Marjorie and Robert Rawlins Scholarship (2021–2024), UCI Honors Recital (2024), MTAC Scholarship Audition — 2nd Place (2019), Junior Bach Festival — 3rd Place, Southern California Complete Works (2016–2020), SYMF — 1st Place (2018), 3rd Place (2017)
Timeline
Piano Instructor
Yamaha Music Center
01.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Piano Instructor
Bee Music Studio
01.2023 - 01.2024Read More
Store Associate
Pacsun
01.2023 - 01.2023Read More
Piano Instructor
Irvine School of Music
01.2022 - 01.2023Read More
Private Piano Instructor
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
Teacher’s Assistant
Hickory Tree School
01.2019 - 01.2021Read More
Collaborative Pianist & Performer
01.2008 - CurrentRead More
Composer / Music Creator
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University of California, Irvine
B.M. from Piano Performance
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Manhattan School of Music
M.M. from Piano Performance
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