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Our Teachers 

Our teachers are all highly-qualified, bubbly and patient. They all hold Working With Children Check as well.

Our team is teaching 200+ students weekly - Check out their profiles and find the best fit for your child/ yourself! 

Teacher: Kaykay Lai
Availability: Available all weekdays & Sunday 
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Hi! My name is Kaykay. I am a passionate and talented graduate of Piano Performance and Composition at Melbourne Conservatorium of Music, University of Melbourne. I graduated from The Australian National University School of Music with a full scholarship.

I have Performed in many public concerts and won awards at numerous regional and national level music competitions. I also had past experience in conducting different concerts & music shows. 

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Fun facts: I like to play basketball and my favourite food is chicken parmigiana! 

Kaykay's Qualification​​​

  • Able to teach young beginners & exam students (With previous teaching experience in Canberra, since 2018) 
     

  • Currently teaching 15 students at Vivace Piano Academy 
     

  • Currently studying Bachelor of Music Performance (Honours) in the University of Melbourne 
     

  • Completed Bachelor of Music in the Australian National University (ANU) - Obtained full scholarship 
     

  • Musical Director and Conductor in Fenner Hall musical, Mamma Mia! – 2021
     

  • Original orchestral composition, Fanfare Just for You, performed by Queensland Youth Orchestra in Brisbane - 2021
     

  • Working with Children Check
     

  • Language: Fluent in English and Mandarin

Teacher: Kenny Ngai
Availability: Limited spots on Sunday and few weekdays
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My name is Kenny, nice to e-meet you!

 

I am a approachable and patient teacher who has very solid teaching experience. With more than 6 years education experience with young children, in both Australia and Japan, I trust that your child will enjoy and embrace every moments in learning piano. 

 

I'm capable in teaching young beginners as well as intermediate level students (AMEB Grade 8 equivalent). My students gained excellent results in their past examinations. I'm also able to arrange and hold one-to-one OR group theory lessons.  

 

Fun facts: Except enjoy watching classical music concerts, I like skiing and playing tennis when I have free time! My favorite food is sushi. 

Kenny's Qualification​​​

  • Able to teach young beginners & exam students (With previous teaching experience in Japan & Melbourne)
     

  • Achieved Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Grade 8 Piano Practical Examination 
     

  • Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Grade 5 Piano theory examination achieved with Merit
     

  • Currently teaching 40+ students at Vivace Piano Academy 
     

  • Completed Master degree of Education in the Monash University 
     

  • Working with Children Check
     

  • Language: Fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin

Teacher: Bianca Riman 
Availability: Few spots left on Monday
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Bianca's Qualification​​​

  • Received piano lessons and training under Michelle - Director of Vivace Piano Academy 

  • Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Grade 8 Piano Practical Examination achieved with Merit 

  • Completed Music Performance subject in the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) 

  • Currently teaching 25+ students at Vivace Piano Academy

  • London College of Music Examination (LCM) Grade 5 Piano Theory Examination achieved with Distinction 

  • Assisted in school piano concerts and church choir during Sunday mass

  • Working with Children Check Holder

  • Language: Fluent in English, Bahasa Indonesia and Mandarin

Hi! I’m Bianca! I came from Indonesia and moved to Australia in 2015. I’m fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia, and conversational in Mandarin Chinese. I’m currently a student in Monash University studying my second year Bachelor’s degree in Health Science.

 

I have been playing piano since I was 3, and haven’t stopped since! I love listening to all kinds of music, and I’m always learning about something new everyday. I have passed my Grade 8 ABRSM practical piano and theory exam with a distinction grades and often participate in
school piano concerts and church choir during Sunday mass. 

Fun Facts: I love anime and reading books! My favourite food is spicy Korean ramen, and I used to have 2 pet dogs and a monkey!

Teacher: Lydia Chong 
Availability: All booked out 
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Have been playing the piano since as young as I could remember. I have completed my ABRSM practical exam in grade 8 and also ABRSM grade 5 in theory as of 2017. I was born in Malaysia and I have graduated from the University of Melbourne. I am a Bachelor of Music holder, majoring in Music Performance. 

 

I have a great passion for teaching as my goal in life is to be a great piano teacher that can aspire students to love and appreciate all music as much as I do!

 

Fun Facts: Watching movies is a way to help me distress from practising the piano. I also love exploring minor works from less known composers. My favourite food is pasta and I enjoy travelling around.

Lydia's Qualification​​

  • Graduated from the University of Melbourne majoring in Music Performance

  • Currently teaching 30+ students at Vivace Piano Academy 

  • Studied the “Art of piano teaching” under Professor Glen Riddle and achieved Second Class Honours

  • Studied “Music Language: The diatonic world” and achieved Third Class Honours

  • Studied “Music History: Monteverdi to Mozart” and achieved Second Class Honours

  • Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Grade 8 Piano Practical examination achieved with Pass

  • Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Grade 5 Piano theory examination achieved with Merit

  • Working with Children Check Holder

  • Language: Fluent in Mandarin, English and Bahasa Melayu

Teacher: Michelle Ng
Availability: All booked out - Audition is required for new enrolment
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My music journey started when I was only 5 years old. I can vividly recall how excited I was during my first piano lesson. Music is just amazing. As a saying goes, 'No music, no life; know music, know life'. I hope students can embrace the joy of learning music and piano! â€‹

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I have also consolidated many different styles and method of teaching after gaining work experiences in large-scale music schools in Melbourne. Being a life-long learner, I have decided to further study the Licentiate Degree in Music Performance to broaden her horizons, under Kenji Fujimura's guidance. 

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Fun Facts: Japanese food is my favourite cuisine (I really love udon!). I enjoy going to the gym, playing tennis and travelling - I am also a dog lover!

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Michelle's Qualification​​

  • Sophisticated in teaching young beginners and exam students 
     

  • Diploma of Music Performance Degree in Piano Recital Associate Trinity College of London (ATCL) 
     

  • The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Grade 8 Piano with Distinction
     

  • The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Grade 5 Theory
     

  • Australian Music Examination Board (AMEB) Practice of Music (Piano) with Honours 
     

  • Victorian Music Teacher Association Member (Qualified and Experienced Accompanist) 
     

  • Work With Children Check holder (Expires on March 2026)
     

  • National Police Check 
     

  • AMEB Teacher Registered Code: 104 555
     

  • Language: Fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin 

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