Yucong is a highly qualified teacher and concert pianist based in London. She holds an Artist Masters degree from Guildhall School of Music & Drama and a Bachelor of Music in piano performance from New England Conservatory, both of which are among the top 10 conservatories in the world. Yucong is an ardent advocate for new music and enjoys playing chamber music, especially in contemporary music. She has collaborated with animators and sound designers and has performed in various venues in Italy, China, and the UK, including IKLECTIK, Dartington Hall, and the Spanish Embassy in London.As an international concert pianist, Yucong has a wide range of repertoire from Bach to Saariaho. She is an active performer and has played in various prestigious venues, such as Jordan Hall, Isabella Steward Gardner Museum, and Black Box theatre.
Yucong started teaching piano during her masters and has worked in Saturday music schools. She has helped her students successfully pass their ABRSM exams. Yucong specialises in working with adult students and students of grade 8 and above, and understands the unique challenges that come with teaching at this level. Yucong strives to create a positive and nurturing learning environment for her students, where they feel supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. She is committed to ongoing professional development and continues to learn about new teaching methods and pedagogical techniques.
Yucong's teaching style is holistic and focuses on making sure students feel relaxed and grounded when playing piano. She believes that technique and musicality go hand in hand, and emphasizes the importance of building a solid foundation in both areas. Yucong strives to create a nurturing and supportive environment in her lessons, where students feel encouraged to take risks and express themselves creatively. She tailors her approach to each student's individual needs and interests, and uses a variety of teaching methods to help them achieve their goals
Languages | English (British) |
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Availability | Weekends, Weekdays (all times) |
References Available | On File |
Guildhall School of Music & Drama | 2022 | Masters | Artist Masters | |
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New England Conservatory | 2020 | Bachelors | Bachelor of Music |
Music | In-person | Online |
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Primary | £60 | £54 |
Secondary | £60 | £54 |
GCSE | £60 | £54 |
A-Level | £60 | £54 |
University | £60 | £54 |
Casual Learner | £60 | £54 |