About Aileen Ng - Piano Teacher in Richmond Hill
Aileen Ng (LTCL, ATCL, B.Com) is a highly experienced piano teacher in Richmond Hill, Ontario, with over 20 years of teaching experience in Toronto and Hong Kong. She teaches students of all ages and levels, from young beginners to advanced students preparing for examinations, competitions, and public performances.
Known for her patient, passionate, and engaging teaching style, Aileen is deeply committed to nurturing students’ musical foundations and inspiring a lifelong love of music. Her lessons emphasize not only technical skills, but also musical understanding, creativity, and confidence.
Outside of teaching, Aileen enjoys reading, jogging, hiking, cycling, and spending time in nature.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Aileen began studying piano and music literacy at the age of four. She graduated from the University of Toronto and holds the following professional qualifications:
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Member of the Ontario Registered Music Teachers’ Association (ORMTA)
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Licentiate (LTCL) and Associate (ATCL) Diplomas in Piano, both with Distinction - Trinity College London
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Advanced Professional Diploma in Music Performance in Piano - The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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Diploma in Piano Pedagogy - The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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Certificate in Performance Practice in Piano - The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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Certificate in Music History and Theory - The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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Diploma in Piano Master Classes, 8th International Music Festival - The Fryderyk Chopin Academy of Music, Warsaw
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Advanced Certificate as Certified Judge of Piano Competition - Hong Kong Musical Art Development Centre
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The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM): Level 10 Piano (First Class Honours) and Level 10 Theory (Honours)
Teaching Experience and Professional Roles
In Toronto, Aileen worked with various music centres for over seven years as a piano teacher, accompanist, and summer camp assistant. In Hong Kong, she ran a successful home piano studio for more than 15 years, teaching students across a wide range of ages and levels.
She currently teaches at her home piano studio in Richmond Hill and also offers in-home piano lessons for students in Richmond Hill and nearby areas such as Markham.
Aileen also serves as Vice President of the International Institute for Music Education (IIME), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting positive values through music education, community outreach, and professional development for music educators.
Holistic and Mindful Teaching Approach
Beyond traditional piano training, Aileen integrates elements of mindfulness into her teaching. This approach helps students develop concentration, emotional awareness, and confidence through music. Her professional training includes:
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Certificate in Basic Sound Healing - Natural Soundhealing International School
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UCLA Mindful Awareness Practices course
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Training toward Mindfulness for Children Diploma
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Certificate in Mindfulness for Teenagers and Schools
Teaching Philosophy
Love of Music | Music for Life
Aileen’s teaching philosophy is to guide students in the pursuit of musical excellence by focusing on whole musicianship, while inspiring them to reach their full musical potential.
She is deeply dedicated to providing students with rich musical knowledge and inspiration, enabling them to discover lifelong fulfilment and passion in music. Ultimately, she hopes to integrate music as a meaningful part of her students’ lives - enriching not only their musical journey, but their lives as a whole.
Awards and Achievements
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Outstanding Teacher Certificate - Pleyel Piano Competition
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Outstanding Teacher Certificate - 8th Hong Kong Youth Music Competition
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Outstanding Teacher Certificate - 8th Hong Kong Asia-Pacific Youth Piano Competition
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Dedicated Excellent Music Teaching - 6th Hong Kong Youth Barclampory Music Festival
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Teaching Excellence Award - Hong Kong Music Competition for Young Pianists
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First Place, Piano Solo (Grade 9, List D) - Yip's Music Festival, Markham, Ontario
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Second Place, Piano Solo (Grade 10, List E) - Markham Music Festival, Markham, Ontario
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Third place, Piano Solo (Grade 8, List C and D) - Yip's Music Festival, Markham, Ontario
關於鋼琴導師 Aileen Ng (LTCL, ATCL, B.Com)
Aileen是一位豐有愛心，耐性，對教學充滿熱誠和經驗豐富的鋼琴老師。她能培育不同年齡學生的音樂知識和音樂情操，引導他們從音樂中尋找圓滿人生。
個人簡歷
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畢業於加拿大多倫多大學。
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具有20年以上教學經驗。教授不同年齡及程度的學生，從初學兒童到準備考試、比賽及公開演出的進階學生。
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安大略省註冊音樂教師協會(ORMTA) 會員。
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英國倫敦聖三一音樂學院鋼琴演奏文憑 LTCL, ATCL, 取得優異成績 (Distinction)。
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香港中文大學專業進修學院音樂演奏(鋼琴)文憑。
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鋼琴比賽評判資歷進階證書 (Hong Kong Musical Art Development Centre)。
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The Royal Conservatory of Music 十級 (Level 10) 鋼琴一級榮譽。
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The Royal Conservatory of Music 十級 (Level 10) 樂理榮譽。
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International Institute for Music Education (IIME) 非牟利組織的聯合創辦人。
教學理念
目標在於整個音樂藝術修養及全面音樂培訓, 助學生發掘並發揮其音樂潛能。
我希望音樂成為學生生活的重要部分，使能透過音樂豐盛人生。
課程特色
Aileen 的教學風格細心、有系統、富啟發性，並著重為學生建立穩固而全面的音樂基礎。她相信每位學生都擁有獨特的潛能，並致力於營造一個愉快、鼓勵及充滿音樂感的學習環境，讓學生在享受音樂的同時，自信地成長。
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以遊戲與互動方式學習, 讓學生在輕鬆愉快的環境中培養對音樂的興趣。
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採用以學生為中心的教學模式，根據學生的年齡、能力、學習需要及興趣，設計合適的教材與學習內容。
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著重建立穩固的音樂基礎及全面音樂概念，包括正確手形與坐姿、節奏感訓練、鋼琴演奏技巧、音感培養、視譜能力、音樂理論、音樂歷史，以及音樂表達與演繹能力
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精選不同音樂時期及風格的作品，讓學生接觸多元化曲目，擴闊音樂視野與欣賞能力。
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課程內容涵蓋音階 (Scales)、樂理、視奏、聆聽 (Aural) 訓練、即興彈奏及作曲，培養全面音樂素養與創意。
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鼓勵學生參與比賽、演奏會及考試，建立自信心、舞台經驗及學習目標，享受音樂成長的成果與樂趣。
課堂資訊
歡迎隨時聯絡 Ms. Aileen 查詢課程及報名詳情。
課堂使用 Yamaha U1 直立鋼琴及 Yamaha 三角鋼琴。
授課語言：英語｜粵語
Public Performances
Public Performances - Aileen
Etienne Marcel (2 pianos), Entree des Ecoliers et des Ribaude (C.Saint-Saens / C. Debussy)
Davidsbundler, Op.6, No. 4 (R. Schumann)
Branquinha, Moreninha, A Prole do Bebe, No.1 (H. Villa-Lobos)
