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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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.
關於導師 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。
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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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十級 (Level 10) 鋼琴一級榮譽 (The Royal Conservatory of Music)。
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十級 (Level 10) 樂理榮譽 (The Royal Conservatory of Music)。
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非牟利組織International Institute for Music Education (IIME) 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
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從遊戲中學習。
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以學生為中心，按照學生的學習需求和興趣而規劃教材。
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建立良好的基礎和音樂概念。 例如，正確手形和坐姿，培養對節奏的敏感度，掌握鋼琴彈奏技巧，良好的音感和視譜能力，音樂理論，音樂歷史和音樂演繹等。
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作品將從不同音樂時期中選擇。
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音階，樂理，讀譜演奏，聆聽訓練，即興彈奏和作曲也是課程一部份。
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常鼓勵學生參加比賽，演奏會和考試。
歡迎隨時聯絡 Ms. Aileen查詢有關課程, 報名及其他資料。
用Yamaha U1及 Yamaha 三角鋼琴授課。
英語 |粵語
Awards Received
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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
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)
