https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/blog-events daily 0.75 2025-10-27 https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/home-1 daily 1.0 2026-01-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/f322f254-7b7a-406d-a13a-4d5b802a7485/DA583363-78EF-40BF-BC8A-77F77F431543.JPG https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/ada42d77-e829-4a30-90e0-5fc471011ba2/A3B42665-4AE9-4F30-8C7B-67AA7CA6331A.JPG https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/9ace6334-d333-4978-9662-7bce9c6f2279/2025_CUMB_WINNER_LBA.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/c58c6b80-96b5-41db-9e6c-b1e3bf101bd4/IMG_7333.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/28408c66-fc5d-440b-8ef6-67a37fe42882/IMG_1749.jpg https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-angela-bio daily 0.75 2026-01-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/44628804-b318-459f-a630-05d6e7aea98d/IMG_9328.JPG Angela Kim - Angela Kim Angela Kim is an active pianist and chamber musician at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, who has performed across Australia and won first prizes at numerous Australian Eisteddfods as well as in Europe, Korea, and USA for her recitals. She studied under Professor Daniel Herskovitch, Professor Gerard Willems and Dr Kirill Monorosi. Angela began to launch an international career in 2017 as she received first prize recipient for 2017 Grand Virtuoso International Competition and was nominated to perform at the Mozarteum, Salzburg, Austria. She also received first prize in the at the Golden Classical Music Awards New York International Competition 2018 at the prestigious Carnegie Hall in New York. She also performed solo at the HSC Encore showcase in the Sydney Opera House in 2018 as she gained full marks in both her HSC Music 2 and Extension course. Other accolades include Diploma for Licentiate in Music (LMus), and First prizes in ‘Great Composers Global Competition’ and ‘Enkor International Music Competition’. Angela has been teaching piano, violin, viola, and accompanying numerous students for their HSC, IB and AMEB exams and performances. She is a highly motivated and patient individual who is looking forward to teaching and guiding students with excellence through passion, and initiative. Her experience aligns well with encouraging music students of all ages, especially younger children, for their passion for music through improving their repertoire and the technique, whilst making it enjoyable. Her passion for teaching stems from giving people the opportunity to develop and realize their own goals and potential with music. She believes everyone can be an amazing musician as they all have their own musicality and expression. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-brendan-bio daily 0.75 2025-02-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/c4e5876c-9d4c-4777-9cfc-d4b2a1fa883e/IMG_8976+2.jpg Brendan Chew - George Cayas George Cayas is a highly experienced and sought after Sydney based cellist and music educator. With a teaching career spanning over a decade, he has built a reputation as a confident, engaging and supportive mentor who inspires students to reach their full potential. George holds an AMusA certificate and teaches both AMEB and Suzuki methods while incorporating music theory into his lessons. He has also supported HSC students as a cello accompanist in both classical and contemporary repertoire. Known for his approachable nature and sense of humour, George creates a positive and motivating learning environment where students feel both challenged and encouraged. After completing his undergraduate studies at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music in 2012, George dedicated himself to both performance and education. He has taught at schools across Sydney and the Blue Mountains, leading string programs and helping young musicians develop strong technique, musicality and confidence. His ability to connect with students of all ages allows him to tailor lessons to suit individual learning styles and goals. As a performer, George has played with leading ensembles including Sydney Youth Orchestra, The Arts Unit, Artes Christi Orchestra and the Conservatorium Cello Ensemble. He has also coordinated string ensembles at several secondary schools and performed in major events such as Carols in the Domain. His versatility extends to playing in string quartets and trios for weddings and special occasions as well as working as a session musician for alternative and folk groups. Passionate about music education, George is dedicated to creating meaningful performance opportunities for his students. His enthusiasm and experience ensure that every student receives high quality tuition that fosters confidence, creativity and a lifelong love of music. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers daily 0.75 2026-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/db3a180d-c798-46b5-be37-948c0a4227ea/IMG_9328.JPG TEACHERS - Angela Kim Piano, Violin, Viola Teacher https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/56327ad6-bf3f-432c-a956-f317d0247cc5/Profile+photo.png TEACHERS - Khanh Nguyen Piano and Violin Teacher https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/a3361cca-8078-4c57-8834-a939ee724994/IMG_4456.jpg TEACHERS - Wendy Cai Piano Teacher https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/f5ef93b1-c5b6-4ee0-bc35-308a4dc2c69d/2024GPP+-+VivaConcert+1564+%281%29.jpg TEACHERS - Keith Lizardo Violin / Viola Teacher 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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/1729832982691-VOURQL69MEWLFUSMPTDS/NIKON%2BD5%2B2023-12-03%2B19-14-47%2BDSC_8308.jpg Concert 2023 https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/lessons-1 daily 0.75 2025-03-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/90ddbe58-eaa9-4b3c-8618-0829c7c3a24b/NIKON+D5+2023-12-03+16-48-20+DSC_7346.jpg LESSONS - Private Lessons Piano - Violin - Viola - Cello Viva Music Academy is for music lovers of all ages. We aim to provide creative and enjoyable lessons, tailored to each individual’s goals as they all have their own musicality and expression. We always make sure that all students are able to leave with a smile on their face after every lesson. Our academy provides the highest quality of education that suits all levels, starting from beginners to advanced. It’s never too late to start learning music. It is our goal to nurture and explore student’s emotions through music, rather than training them as technicians. We believe this not only improves a student's ability to create music, but also increases their enjoyment and passion. We provide lessons for : Young Beginner Intermediate/Advanced Adult lessons AMEB grade preparation Scholarship preparation Classical Jazz Contemporary https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/1648043897070-K65PBB8G9U21XDUWR3CZ/unsplash-image-cB10K2ugb-4.jpg LESSONS - Music Theory In order to gain Australian Music Examination Board (AMEB) exams, students must pass their music theory exams in order to gain their certificate. Our teachers are qualified to teach Music Theory and Musicianship exams to guarantee your child’s success. Music theory is beneficial not only for examinations, but also for enhancing musical knowledge about their respective pieces and a broad understanding of musical ideas and expression. It is an essential skill to have when performing music. We provide lessons for : Musicianship Music Theory HSC Music https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-wendy-bio daily 0.75 2026-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/7c5c1376-a538-40c0-941d-2a8580df0ea5/IMG_0159.jpg Wendy Cai - Wendy Cai Wendy is an accomplished pianist and dedicated piano teacher with a strong background in both performance and education. Growing up in a musical family sparked her passion for the piano from a young age. She completed all AMEB Piano Performance grades by the age of 16 before auditioning for the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, where she graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor of Music (Piano Performance). During her studies, she trained under esteemed pianists Daniel Herscovitch, Lyall Duke and Yanghee Kim, refining both her performance skills and pedagogical techniques. She later pursued further studies in piano performance, earning her LTCL from ABRSM. With over nine years of teaching experience, Wendy offers lessons for all AMEB and ABRSM Performance grades. Her teaching approach encourages students to see music from a broader perspective while building confidence in both technical proficiency and musical expression. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/contact-us daily 0.75 2025-12-29 https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-alexander-bio daily 0.75 2022-04-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/69c3762a-1d34-4878-b409-41079734e834/IMG_7210+2.JPG Alexander Poirier - Alexander Poirier Alexander specialises in Musicology and Ethnomusicology at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. He has taught numerous students in undertaking their Music Theory and Musicianship Exams and takes great pride in all his students. He has a passion for investigating the relationship between music and language, with a particular interest in the cultures of Eastern Asia, Western Africa, and Medieval Europe. He recently founded the University of Sydney Chinese Orchestra, the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, and is heavily involved in the musicological life at the University. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-don-bio daily 0.75 2022-12-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/cb8bc244-1362-4da0-972c-37ee4021ef92/IMG_0830+2.JPG Don Nguyen - Don Nguyen Don is a classical guitarist who loves sharing his passion and love for guitar with students of all levels and ages. He is studying at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, majoring in Classical Guitar. He has been teaching the guitar for 5 years, performing classical music and other styles. Don emphasises technique in his teaching, as a stepping stone that allows students to become creative and musical with songs and pieces. Don lives and breathes the guitar, and continues to explore the diversity of styles that the guitar can produce. Don uses his performance and education skills to create excitement and development for all keen guitar students. He is eager to teach student’s pursuing music in a way that brings them joy. Don believes that everyone can become an amazing guitarist as long as they have a passion for guitar. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-erin-bio daily 0.75 2025-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/daf12fd1-ba26-4bcb-b8c6-a82964b23ef2/IMG_6763.jpg Erin Du - Erin Du Erin is a passionate cellist and pianist, currently studying Law and Arts at the University of Sydney. She achieved her Associate Diploma (AMusA) with Distinction on cello in 2020 and piano in 2021, followed by her Licentiate Diploma (LMusA) with Distinction on cello in 2022. Erin graduated with a six-year music scholarship at her high school and received full marks in HSC Music Extension. As a dedicated musician, Erin has performed and competed in local and international Eisteddfods, gaining valuable experience in high-level performance and developing her skills in a competitive environment. Her years of stage experience have shaped her understanding of technique, musical expression, and stage presence. Erin adapts her teaching to suit each student’s individual learning style, creating a supportive and engaging environment. She focuses on building strong technical foundations while encouraging musical creativity and expression. Her enthusiasm for teaching is reflected in her ability to inspire and motivate students, helping them gain confidence and reach their full potential as musicians. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-benjamin-bio daily 0.75 2025-02-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/d91e3a09-a51f-43bd-85c7-bca3ff10eabe/Screenshot+2025-02-12+at+1.12.56%E2%80%AFpm.jpg Benjamin Harris - Benjamin Harris Benjamin Harris has been teaching piano for seven years and understands that every student’s musical journey is unique. He takes an individualised approach to lessons, adapting his teaching style to suit each student’s needs. Specialising in Classical and Romantic repertoire, Benjamin has extensive experience preparing students for AMEB exams. While the exam process can be demanding, he believes that with commitment and focused practice, students can develop strong musicianship and gain valuable performance experience. Beyond classical music, Benjamin also teaches jazz and contemporary styles. He recognises that many students are more engaged when playing music they personally connect with and encourages creativity through improvisation and self-expression. Benjamin holds an LMusA, completed in 2014, and a Master of Music Studies (Performance) from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, completed in 2023. He is dedicated to helping students build confidence, develop their skills, and enjoy their musical journey. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-erina-bio daily 0.75 2022-12-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/f5147d5f-2394-4dc6-b90f-0eb5bfcfd855/E0DDC187-D91A-4314-A404-64523960E060.jpeg Erina Kirton - Erina Kirton Erina is a devoted singing teacher of Australian and Japanese heritage currently at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. She has performed in Australia, Japan, and Italy and as a member of an ensemble group in Austria and the Czech Republic. Erina is an active soprano performer in the theatre and opera industries, with notable performances in Die Fledermaus and H.M.S Pinafore. Erina is passionate about sharing her love of music and creating an enjoyable environment for her students to explore the art of music. She teaches the fundamentals of classical singing and values bringing out the natural colour of each student’s voice. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-casey-bio daily 0.75 2025-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/f37d11b0-4d70-4d19-b998-aa4da1d2eb03/IMG_1660.jpg Casey Chen - Casey Chen Casey is a passionate and dedicated violinist who learnt under the guidance of professor Fox Chan at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, before continuing her studies with Dr Evgeny Sorkin in the prestigious Rising Stars Program at the Sydney Conservatorium. Under his tutelage, Casey achieved her Licentiate in Music (LMusA) in 2023. Casey pursued further studies with Janet Davies and Elizabeth Powell, both esteemed violinists at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music at the Rising Star Program. She is an alumna of North Sydney Girls High School, where she excelled in her musical studies, achieving full marks in both HSC Music 2 and Music Extension. She has also won numerous awards at Australian Eisteddfods, including the St George, Ryde, and Sydney Eisteddfods. As a teacher, Casey is known for her patience, warmth, and ability to support young musicians. She strives to inspire and guide students on their musical journeys, focusing on both technical proficiency and expressive musicianship. Her teaching philosophy balances technical discipline with a fulfilling and enjoyable learning experience, ensuring that students build a strong foundation while deepening their appreciation for music. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-joseph-bio daily 0.75 2025-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/758b7a12-e01a-4b5c-8805-59cab6e88aff/IMG_0195.jpg Joseph Koo - Joseph Koo Joseph began studying piano at the age of 11 and has since developed a deep passion for both piano and classical singing. For Joseph, music serves as a powerful medium to express the joys and pains of life in a safe and meaningful way. His teaching philosophy is rooted in the values of discipline and humility, which they strive to instill in their students. Joseph has studied piano under Clemens Leske and Yanghee Lee and classical voice with Sena Lee and Andrew Goodwin. He has achieved an LTCL Piano Diploma with distinction and an ATCL Diploma in Classical Singing. With over seven years of experience teaching piano and singing, Joseph is known for his patient, friendly, and approachable nature, creating a safe and supportive environment for students. As a performer, Joseph has showcased their skills as a singer and collaborative pianist in renowned venues, including the Sydney Town Hall, Chatswood Concourse, and North Sydney Hall. He has also served as a Bass Choral Scholar at St Stephen’s Church. 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His students have achieved numerous accolades, including several High Distinction Grades from AMEB exams, successful SYO auditions with a high orchestral seating placement, successful Rising Stars auditions, and various awards from String Competitions, most notably First and Second Places in an Open Age group category at the St. George Eisteddfod. As a violinist, he studied at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music under the guidance of the distinguished, Professor Ole Bohn. Keith has performed with numerous orchestras including the Australian Chamber Orchestra, SCM Symphony Orchestra, Sydney Youth Orchestras and Penrith Symphony Orchestra. He was the concertmaster of Penrith Youth Orchestra from 2014-2016, and principal chairs of the Sydney Youth Orchestras from 2017-2019. He has worked with renowned world class musicians and conductors including Richard Tongnetti, Marios Papadopoulos, Geoffrey Patterson, Charles Stegeman, Roger Benedict and Paul Terracini. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-flora-bio daily 0.75 2025-02-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/f724dda0-e5e0-4585-9302-7ac9615dc664/my+photo.jpg Flora Chu - Flora Chu Flora is an experienced piano teacher and certified music therapist with a strong background in music education. She holds a Master of Creative Music Therapy, Masters in Music Education and a Bachelor of Arts in Music (Education) from Hong Kong University. She also achieved an LTCL with Distinction in Piano Recital from Trinity College London. With over 15 years of experience teaching piano and five years as a school music teacher in both primary and secondary schools, Flora brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her students. She has also worked extensively as an accompanist for choirs, instrumental exams, performances and ballet schools. Flora is now dedicated to providing high quality piano tuition and music therapy services, using her expertise to support students in both their musical and personal development. 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Introduced to the cello by his father, an accomplished cellist trained by Rocco Filippini (Stauffer Academy, Cremona) and Alain Meunier (Chigiana Academy, Siena) Massimo developed a strong technical foundation and deep love for the instrument from an early age. He completed his studies with highest distinction at the Giuseppe Nicolini Conservatory in Piacenza under Maestro Jacopo Di Tonno. He then continued his artistic development with Tanja Tetzlaff at the Scuola di Musica di Fiesole in Florence, and pursued further advanced studies at the Conservatorio della Svizzera Italiana in Lugano, Switzerland. His training has been enriched by masterclasses with Steven Isserlis, David Geringas, Giovanni Sollima, Nicolas Altstaedt, Enrico Dindo, and others. As a performer, Massimo has appeared as soloist and orchestral player across Europe, collaborating with I Solisti della Scala (Milan) and I Solisti del Teatro San Carlo (Naples). He has played under conductors such as Riccardo Muti, Enrico Dindo, and Sir Antonio Pappano. Massimo began teaching at 18, assisting his father at AEMAS (Accademia Europea delle Arti e dello Spettacolo) in Naples. He later held teaching roles at Italian secondary music schools, where he prepared students for cello graduation exams and conducted school orchestras. He is a prizewinner at the Napolinova and City of Airola competitions and plays a German cello made in 1870, bearing the label of August Rau. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-khanh-bio daily 0.75 2026-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/7f3fa887-7be4-4d16-b00c-823f4873ce12/Profile+photo.JPG Khanh Nguyen - Khanh Nguyen Beginning her music studies at a young age under the guidance of M.A. Hoang Dung, Phuong Khanh soon demonstrated strong aptitude and a deep passion for the piano. In 2013, she enrolled in the four-year intermediate piano program at the Ho Chi Minh City Conservatory of Music. She graduated as valedictorian in 2017 under the instruction of M.A. Pham Dieu Thao and was directly admitted to the four-year undergraduate program in Piano Performance. In 2022, she graduated as valedictorian of the four-year undergraduate program in Piano Performance under the supervision of PhD. Le Ho Hai. She served as an adjunct lecturer at the Piano Faculty of the Ho Chi Minh City Conservatory of Music. Phuong Khanh was awarded a full scholarship from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and pursued a Master’s degree in Piano Performance at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music (The University of Sydney) under the instruction of Prof. Daniel Herscovitch. https://www.vivamusicacademy.com/our-teachers-jesslyn-bio daily 0.75 2025-12-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622f4155b909c45198d7f92a/0d778e48-e1f2-44bf-91a3-099dbeaa3ac2/PHOTO-2025-08-29-17-21-22.jpg Jesslyn Lo - Jesslyn Lo Jesslyn is a passionate performer and a skilled educator. At the age of 6, she began her journey with piano and violin, performing across Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, China, and Europe, and collaborating with music conservatories and professors. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music (Performance) and a Bachelor of Music Education (Secondary) at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music under Dr. Bernadette Harvey and Scott Davie at the University of Sydney. In 2023, Jesslyn graduated from the Australian Institute of Music with an Associate Diploma in Classical Performance (AMUSA) and a Certification of Performance in Piano under Vatche Jambazian, as well as achieving certification in Violin. Her hard work and dedication are evident in her performances with various orchestras, including the Western Sydney Youth Orchestra under Dr. Sada Muramatsu, Sydney Youth Orchestras, Sydney Eisteddfod Orchestra under Dr. Nicholas Milton, Sydney Concert Orchestra, UNSW String Ensemble, UNSW Medical Orchestra and through internships with the Opera Australia Company Orchestra for Ms. Saigon and West Side Story in Sydney. She served as Concertmaster for Symphonia Jubilate Orchestra from 2021 to 2024. In 2022, she earned an Encore Nomination for her HSC Music performance, guided by Agus Sandjaya, Levin Lydia, Justine Ray, and Jeremy Lewis. Jesslyn is a highly valued performer at the Sydney Opera House and is also known for her fun and outgoing personality at all events. She conducts youth string ensembles, including Symphonia Jubilate Pizzicato. She is also a collaborative pianist and chamber musician at Sydney Town Hall, Strathfield Town Hall, City Recital Hall, School Spectacular Orchestras, The Arts Unit Orchestras (TAU), NSW Education Government, and Chatswood Concourse throughout Sydney. Jesslyn loves to inspire her students by creating a positive and supportive environment filled with smiles, as her experiences encourage them to grow and embark on a musical journey. Specializing in piano, violin, and viola, she builds a strong foundation while nurturing each student's unique musical voice. 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