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Yuting Chen

Columbia,SC

Summary

Talented Piano Teacher with considerable experience teaching students of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Particularly talented at teaching children and younger students. Eagerly introduced various musical styles to maintain student interest. Applied effective teaching techniques to instruct students on music theory and provide solid foundation for learning.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Piano Teacher

University Of South Carolina Center Of Piano Study
08.2023 - Current


  • Successfully prepared students for recitals, auditions, and competitions by implementing effective practice strategies.
  • Developed personalized curriculum for each student to cater to their unique learning styles and needs.
  • Provided constructive feedback on technique, expression, posture, rhythm-reading skills during weekly private lessons.
  • Coordinated recitals and musical events to showcase student achievements.

Choir Accompanist

University Of South Carolina
08.2020 - Current
  • Performed with Strings, Winds, and Vocals
  • Coaching undergraduate level students
  • Sight-reading pieces when involving in vocal lessons

Piano Accompaniment

Blythewood High School
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Worked with students to sharpen sight-reading, memorization and improvisation piano techniques.
  • Played piano at school functions such as Choir Rehearsals and Christmas events.

Choir Accompanist

Chinese Christian Church Of Columbia
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in the development of specialized choral arrangements, ensuring a seamless blend of voices and accompaniment.
  • Prepared special music selections for holidays and events, creating memorable moments for audiences and participants alike.

Piano Player

UofSC Orchestra Winds Ensemble
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Collaborated with other musicians and singers to create engaging live performances, showcasing musical talent and abilities.
  • Improved repertoire diversity by continually learning new classical, contemporary, and popular pieces on the piano.
  • Adapted performance style to suit different venues, ensuring seamless integration of piano playing into overall event atmosphere.
  • Increased proficiency in sight-reading by consistently practicing complex scores under tight timeframes.

K-12 Music Teacher

NO.3 Zhongguancun Primary School
09.2016 - 11.2017
  • Enhanced student engagement by incorporating diverse music genres and styles into lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary lessons, enriching the overall learning experience for students.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and promoting respectful interactions among students.


Choir Accompanist

Capital Normal University High School
09.2015 - 06.2016
  • Enhanced choir performance by effectively accompanying various vocal ensembles during rehearsals and concerts.
  • Collaborated with choir directors to select appropriate repertoire, contributing to successful performances.
  • Provided piano and keyboard accompaniment for weekly rehearsals, supporting the consistent progress of choir members.

Education

Doctor of Music Art - Piano Performance, Piano Pedagogy, Music Theory

University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC
12.2024

Master of Music - Piano Performance

Mannes School of Music -The New School
New York City
05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Musicology, Piano Performance, Music Education

Capital Normal University
Beijing, China
06.2017

Skills

  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • multi-levels piano instruction
  • Performance Coaching
  • Piano Accompaniment
  • Piano Coaching
  • Undergraduate Teaching
  • Music Theory
  • Recital Practice
  • Lecture Preparation
  • Excellent With Young Children
  • Repertoire selection
  • Adaptive teaching methods

Timeline

Piano Teacher

University Of South Carolina Center Of Piano Study
08.2023 - Current

Piano Accompaniment

Blythewood High School
08.2023 - 12.2023

Choir Accompanist

Chinese Christian Church Of Columbia
08.2021 - 12.2023

Piano Player

UofSC Orchestra Winds Ensemble
08.2021 - 05.2023

Choir Accompanist

University Of South Carolina
08.2020 - Current

K-12 Music Teacher

NO.3 Zhongguancun Primary School
09.2016 - 11.2017

Choir Accompanist

Capital Normal University High School
09.2015 - 06.2016

Doctor of Music Art - Piano Performance, Piano Pedagogy, Music Theory

University of South Carolina - Columbia

Master of Music - Piano Performance

Mannes School of Music -The New School

Bachelor of Arts - Musicology, Piano Performance, Music Education

Capital Normal University
Yuting Chen