Meet Our Teachers
Austin, TX
Ms. Sia
BM
German/French/English
Piano & Violin -Austin
Ms. Sia is a certified teacher, accomplished singer, and experienced multi-instrumentalist. She holds a diploma in Music Pedagogy from the University of Music and Performing Arts, Vienna, Austria.
Since 2010, she has been teaching piano and violin to students of all ages and levels. Her approach is intuitive and student-centered, grounded in a deep understanding of each learner’s individual needs and interests. She integrates artistic methods and visualizations to inspire creativity and deepen musical expression. Music theory is seamlessly woven into each lesson and applied directly through the pieces studied.
As students progress, Ms. Sia offers dedicated preparation for Trinity and ABRSM exams.
Outside of individual lessons, she has led choirs, performed with orchestras, and written and produced school musicals. She also creates content for live-streamed concerts and music videos, expanding musical engagement beyond the classroom.
Improvisation plays a central role in Ms. Sia’s teaching and artistic work. Her passion lies in blending musical genres to create rich and original compositions, drawing on influences from Western Classical, Pop, Jazz, Folk, Indian Classical music, and the Native American flute.
Ms. Tian
BM/MM/DMA
Mandarin/English
Piano & Voice -Austin
Ms. Tian is a lyric coloratura soprano and dedicated educator. She is pursuing her Doctor of Musical Arts in Opera Performance at the University of Texas at Austin. She holds a Master of Music in Voice Performance from Indiana University and a Bachelor of Music from Xiamen University.
As a performer, Ms. Tian has appeared in diverse operatic roles, including Adele (Die Fledermaus), Barbarina (Le Nozze di Figaro), and Suor Dolcina (Suor Angelica). She has also covered roles such as Annina (La Traviata) and Susanna (Le Nozze di Figaro). In addition to full productions, she has performed in opera scenes as Ilia (Idomeneo), Sifare (Mitridate), Susanna (Le Nozze di Figaro), Hanna (Die Lustige Witwe), and Zerlina (Don Giovanni).
Ms. Tian is an award-winning vocalist, having won the Vocal Open Group at the 8th Hong Kong International Music Festival and received the Golden Prize at the Scriabin International Arts Festival.
As a teacher, Ms. Tian has extensive experience working with students in China and the United States. She is passionate about helping singers develop healthy vocal technique, strong musicianship, and expressive artistry. She enjoys working with students of all ages and particularly loves teaching children, creating a fun and encouraging learning environment that fosters their confidence and creativity. Her teaching approach is adaptable to each student's needs, whether they are aspiring professionals or simply exploring their love for music.
Mr. Jay
BM/MM
English
Piano & Ukulele & Guitar & Composition & Music Theory -Austin
Mr. Jay is a pianist, composer, and performer from San Antonio, Texas. He has experience teaching classical piano, jazz piano, and pop genres, music theory, composition, guitar, and ukulele.
He enjoys combining different musical traditions and cultures into something new and unique. He studied piano and composition at Southwestern University where he earned a Bachelor of Music Composition degree. Then, he went on to earn a Master of Music in Composition degree from Texas State University. He is an active performer in the Austin music scene and plays regularly with several local bands as a keyboardist.
Mr. Jay has written music for everything from concert band pieces to songs with voice and solo acoustic guitar. He has experience with recording and music software as well as electronic composition. Along with piano, composition, and songwriting, he has a great interest in lesser known instruments such as the ocarina, melodica, jaw harp, asalato, and the musical saw.
Mr. Jay's top priority in teaching is guiding his students to form their own special relationship with music. He believes everyone connects with music in their own way, and the best way for it to enrich their lives is by discovering that way for themselves. He balances his own passion for music with his education and a personalized approach to learning. Music is one of life's greatest gifts, and Jay wants above all else to help his students feel that for themselves.
Ms. Wendy
BME
English
Piano -Austin
Ms. Wendy is an experienced music teacher, pianist, singer, mom of five, and grandma of three. She earned her Bachelor of Music Education from John Brown University and holds her Texas Teaching Certificate for Prek through 12th-grade music.
Over the years, Ms. Wendy has taught piano lessons and voice lessons, led children's choirs and worship bands, directed musicals, and taught elementary music in Round Rock ISD and Georgetown ISD. She believes it's most important for children to LOVE music and to have FUN while they learn!
Ms. Yagmur
BME/MM
Turkish/English
Piano & Violin & & Ukulele & Music Theory -Austin
Ms. Yağmur is a composer and music educator originally from Türkiye. Ms. Yağmur began her musical journey at Manisa Fine Arts High School and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Balıkesir University. Most recently, she completed her Master of Music degree in Composition at Texas State University, where she also taught the Essential Musicianship class as a teaching assistant.
Ms. Yağmur has extensive teaching experience in piano, violin, ukulele, and music theory, having taught a wide range of students in Türkiye and Austin, TX. She enjoys working with all age groups and is passionate about helping each student grow with confidence and joy through music. Ms. Yağmur also participated in a national children’s arts festival in Turkey, further developing her commitment to creative, student-centered education. Her lessons are designed to be engaging, imaginative, and tailored to each student’s unique needs. Ms. Yağmur strives to create a supportive environment where students feel inspired to express themselves musically and achieve their full potential.
Ms. Jinni
BM/MM/DMA/AD
Mandarin/English
Sub Piano & Voice -Austin
Ms. Jinni began her musical journey at the age of five with her first piano lesson. She is an experienced music teacher with a passion for nurturing vocal talent and fostering a love for music in students of all ages. With over 10 years of voice and piano teaching experience, she has had the privilege of working with choirs and individual students across the globe. Ms. Jinni brings together diverse cultures and musical traditions through the universal language of song. She developed her vocal technique and music skills at the China Conservatory of Music in Beijing, where she earned her Music Education Bachelor’s degree in 2018. Later that year, she moved to the United States to pursue a Master’s Degree in Voice Performance at The Mannes School of Music at The New School in NYC. In the spring and summer of 2019, she participated in Mannes Opera’s production of Street Scene by Kurt Weill, the International Vocal Arts Institute (IVAI), and the Savannah Voice Festival. That same year, she was a studio artist with Pittsburgh Festival Opera, where she performed the role of Min in the new opera The Night Flight of Minerva's Owl and covered the role of Xanthe in Richard Strauss's Die Liebe der Danae.
Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ms. Jinni's passion for performance led her and her colleagues to hold a series of recitals entitled "Art Songs of the World" across venues in Connecticut and Massachusetts. In 2021, she joined the Doctor of Musical Arts program in Opera Performance at The Butler School of Music at The University of Texas at Austin and became a member of the Butler Opera Center.
Over the 2022-2024 seasons, she portrayed several principal roles in the Butler Opera Center's major productions, including Micaëla in Carmen, “Ma” Zegner in Proving Up, Giulietta in Les Contes d’Hoffmann, Musetta in La Bohème, and Lisa in The Queen of Spades. Additionally, she played the role of Rosalinde in Die Fledermaus at FAVA Opera. She also served as an apprentice and outreach artist with OPERA San Antonio's Young Artist Program during the season of 2022.
Ms. Melody
BM
English/Mandarin
Piano & Voice -Austin
Austin's own Ms. Melody is a mezzo-soprano and vocal coach. She works with private students of all ages, teaching piano, classical, musical theatre, and contemporary style singing.
As a performer, she has captivated audiences with her warm and rich voice. Graduated from the Butler School of Music program at UT Austin, she has shared the stage in numerous productions with singers from Broadway and The Metropolitan Opera. She performs with Austin Opera, Zach Theatre, Chorus Austin, LOLA Austin, and Inversion Ensemble as well as solo concerts for her community. She wants to share her gift of music with everyone to make them feel happiness and love.
Mr. Nicholas
BM/MM/DMA
English
Piano -Austin
Mr. Nicholas, a San Diego native, is an acclaimed pianist, composer, and educator known for blending virtuosity with innovative musicality. His career includes solo and orchestral performances, prestigious competition wins, and captivating audiences across the U.S. and internationally. He earned a Bachelor of Music from San Diego State University (2018), a Master of Music from the University of Texas at Austin (2022), and is now pursuing a Doctorate of Musical Arts there. His competition highlights include First Place in the San Diego State University Concerto Competition (2018), First Place in the Hong Kong International Music Festival Piano Competition, San Diego Division (2017), and a special prize at the White Nights International Piano Festival in Russia (2019).
Mr. Nicholas performs at elite events in Austin, San Antonio, and Houston, delivering tailored, high-quality music. His solo recitals and orchestral appearances showcase lyrical sensitivity and electrifying virtuosity.
As a composer, Mr. Nicholas has released albums under his name, including singles such as “Blossomfall” with over 400k streams.
As an educator, Mr. Nicholas has taught more than 200 students, many earning competition success through his creative and technically precise teaching approach. He also offers masterclasses and workshops in Texas communities.
Ms. Hannah
BM/MM
English
Piano & Violin & & Ukulele & Music Theory -Austin
Ms. Hannah is a composer and multi-instrumentalist with a deep love for storytelling through music. Originally from Spring, Texas, she first picked up the violin in fifth grade thanks to a playful bribe from her dad—and she’s been making music ever since!
After over a decade of violin study, Ms. Hannah earned her Bachelor of Music in Composition from the University of Texas at San Antonio and recently completed her Master’s in Music Composition at Texas State University. While at Texas State, she performed with the Mysterium New Music Ensemble and composed multimedia works that explored history, culture, and place—including Los Inocentes, inspired by the San Marcos River and the indigenous communities who once lived there.
Ms. Hannah currently teaches violin, ukulele, piano, composition, and music theory. She has experience teaching both group and one-on-one lessons, and she enjoys tailoring her approach to fit each student’s pace and interests. With her strong background in music theory, she helps students not only play but also understand the language of music. She is passionate about helping students discover their own creative voice and making music a joyful, personal experience for every learner.
Ms. Kenzi
English/Arabic
Studio Administrator
Assistant Piano Teacher -Austin
Ms. Kenzi is a passionate and multi-talented musician with a unique ability to play by ear and quickly replicate any song on the piano. Her musical journey began at the age of seven when she received her first keyboard and started playing a variety of songs without formal instruction. She later took piano lessons for two years but continued to develop her skills independently, demonstrating exceptional auditory recognition and musical adaptability.
During middle school, Ms. Kenzi expanded her musical expertise by playing percussion in Cedar Park’s symphonic band, where she had the honor of performing at the prestigious Midwest Clinic in Chicago. In high school, her self-taught approach extended to guitar and bass, further enriching her musical versatility.
While she has a foundational understanding of music theory, including key signatures, time signatures, and note reading, Ms. Kenzi’s greatest strength lies in her extraordinary pitch accuracy and ability to learn and reproduce songs effortlessly on the piano.
Beyond music, Ms. Kenzi has extensive experience working with students of all ages. As a certified instructor in the martial art of Tang Soo Do, she has been teaching for over five years, working with individuals ranging from young children to adults. Her background in martial arts instruction has equipped her with exceptional skills in keeping students engaged, focused, and motivated in their learning.
Ms. Kenzi’s dedication to both music and teaching makes her an inspiring and dynamic instructor, helping students develop their musical skills in a fun and engaging environment.