Monique has been a private studio music/piano teacher since 2023 and she had various experiences teaching students at all ages (beginners to advanced studios/adults).
Skills - Classical piano, jazz piano, trad jazz/stride piano, small band rehearsal, small piano ensemble, recital preparation
Languages: English (UK/US), Mandarin Chinese
As a piano teacher, Monique offers personalized lessons to students. Every student is unique with their own spark. Monique's teaching is highly efficient, technical and also keeps students' needs and interests so that everyone will match their music goals and able to learn.
Her teaching balances:
Efficiency (clear structure, fast progress)
Technique (healthy habits, technique learning for a good foundation, expressive playing)
Creativity (improvisation, ear training, arranging)
Student interests (allowing each student to explore what inspires them)
Monique believes music lessons should be motivating, structured, and joyful — a place where students feel supported and inspired.
Locations
Monique is based in Boston, MA and teaches in locations accessible by MBTA, including:
MIT graduate dorms (Kendall/MIT — Red Line)
Longy School of Music practice rooms
A current studio teacher at The Conservatory at Highlands (Newton Highlands, MA)
Other lesson locations may be arranged depending on MBTA accessibility since Monique does not have a car.
Lesson Durations
Piano Lessons:
30 minutes • 45 minutes • 60 minutes • 75 minutes • 90 minutes
Rehearsal Coaching:
1 hour • 1.5 hours • 2 hours
