About Aileen - 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 & 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 & 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 abilities.
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 & 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 & 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 是一位經驗豐富、充滿愛心及耐性的鋼琴導師，現於加拿大 Richmond Hill (列治文山) 教授鋼琴。她擁有超過20年於多倫多及香港的鋼琴教學經驗，學生年齡層廣泛，涵蓋幼兒、青少年至成人，程度由初學者至準備公開考試、比賽及演奏會的進階學生。
Aileen 的教學風格細心、有系統且富啟發性，重視穩固基礎與長遠發展。她致力培養學生的音樂基礎與藝術修養，引導學生建立自信，從音樂中發掘樂趣，並培養終身受用的音樂素養。
個人簡歷
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畢業於加拿大多倫多大學
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擁有20年以上教學經驗
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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 (Distinction)
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香港中文大學音樂演奏(鋼琴)專業文憑
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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 (RCM)
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十級鋼琴一級榮譽
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十級樂理榮譽
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International Institute for Music Education (IIME) 非牟利機構副會長
教學理念
Aileen的教學理念著重於全面音樂藝術修養 (Whole Musicianship) 及因材施教, 協助學生發掘並發揮其音樂潛能。她希望音樂成為學生生活中重要的一部分，透過音樂豐盛人生。
課程特色
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以遊戲與互動方式學習（特別適合幼兒及初學者）
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以學生為中心，按學生能力、進度及興趣規劃教材
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建立穩固的鋼琴基礎與音樂概念，包括：
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正確手形與坐姿
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節奏感與鋼琴技巧
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音感、視譜能力與音樂理解
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樂理、音樂歷史與音樂演繹
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曲目涵蓋不同音樂時期與風格
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課程內容包括：
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音階、樂理及讀譜演奏
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聆聽訓練、即興彈奏與基礎作曲
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鼓勵學生參加考試、比賽及演奏會，提升自信與表現能力
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)
