Pedagogy
Winnie believes in a tailored, compassionate and healthy approach to learning the piano. With a decade of teaching experience, she has taught students of all ages and abilities, from beginners to conservatoire pianists, and is currently a deputy tutor at Junior RNCM. Her students have been admitted into specialist music schools and conservatoires, including the Chethams School of Music and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. She enjoys giving lectures and hosting masterclasses, more recently for Sydney Eisteddfod and students of The University of New South Wales. She is familiar with the ABRSM and AMEB syllabuses and also teach musicianship, aural and sight-reading skills. Private lessons are held in person or online; please fill out the contact form below to enquire.
Masterclass with Sydney Eisteddfod
Viva Music Academy
"Winnie’s masterclass was a truly rewarding and fantastic experience in which two of our students indulge in a highly interactive and knowledgeable session on performance tips for Eisteddfods and dealing with nerves when performing.
Prior to arrival to Winnie’s masterclass, our students were very nervous and shy to perform in front of an audience. However this feeling quickly disappeared as Winnie created a warming and immersive environment as she explained the benefits of performing that it can be one that is fulfilling and not daunting.
After the masterclass, our students said “that was so fun! When is the next time I can perform?”
I believe all students and parents will strongly benefit from taking lessons and masterclasses with Winnie."
University of New South Wales Piano Society:
“We were delighted to have Winnie hold a masterclass event with our society. She was patient, friendly and highly knowledgeable in many different musical styles. Our members performed a range of advanced repertoire and she was able to quickly diagnose issues and offer practice advice on technique and expression tailored to each individual.”
Mum of 9 year old student:
“[My child] has a happy time every week with her piano lesson from you. [They] look forward to it every week.”
Ryan, university student:
“Winnie revealed new colours and musical ideas that I had never thought of before. She was unbelievably knowledgeable about the music and its background, and always patient with my technique no matter how much time I spent on any section...”
Tom, high school student:
“Winnie is an extremely knowledgeable teacher whose passion for music made learning with her each week very enjoyable. Her unique and targeted practice techniques helped me improve exponentially and allowed me see great daily progress in my playing. She taught me how to control the quality of each and every note with intention and the importance of using the entire body to produce sound. Winnie brings such positive energy to everything and makes for a terrific teacher!”
Antonio, university student: