PROFESSIONAL BIOGRAPHY
Livia began her piano studies at age four. She studied at Jakarta Yayasan Pendidikan Musik Konservatori, Yamaha School of Music in Tokyo, Towson University (MD) , and Peabody Conservatory of Music (MD). She has taught at Kawai Music School, Towson University Music Preparatory, Jordan Kitt's Music, Peabody Preparatory & Olenka School of Music. She won many first prizes from national and international music competitions including piano solos, piano four-hands, ensembles, and compositions. A well rounded musician, Livia collaborates with other musicians and is part of ensembles such as the Baltimore Trio.
Livia enjoys sharing her musical experiences with people of all ages and backgrounds and often reaches out to perform in local schools and community centers. Her students have garnered awards and honors at Music Festivals and Competitions.
Livia teaches children, teenagers, and adults piano in her private studio in Ellicott City, MD. Her teaching purpose is to develop well-rounded musicians who play the piano with excellence and will carry a love for music-making throughout their lives. Thus, her curriculum includes piano skills, aural training, theory, sight reading, music history, creative activities such as basic improvisation and harmonization, and ensemble work. She incorporates private and group experiences, allowing students to benefit from one-on-one instruction, as well as interaction with fellow pianists. In group lessons, students will have the opportunity to perform for each other and delve into music history, compositions, theory, etc., in a fun and enriching environment.
Education & Professional Licenses:
- Bachelor in Music Performance at Towson University, MD
- Master of Music at Peabody Conservatory, MD & Eastman School of Music, NY
- Harmony Road Certification
- Yamaha Music Education System Certification (All Levels)
- MD Certification (Maryland Approved Post-Baccalauretae Program)
- Dalcroze, Orff, and Kodaly Certification
Professional Affiliations:
- Trinity College London
- YMES (Yamaha Music Education System)
- National Guild of Piano Teachers
- The Associated Board of Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
- Music Teachers National Association (MTNA)
- Maryland State Music Teachers Association (MSMTA)
- Music Teachers Association of Greater Baltimore (MTAGB)
- Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association (NVMTA)
- Virginia Music Teachers Association (VMTA)
- The National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC)
- Howard County Music Teachers Association (HCMTA)
Livia enjoys sharing her musical experiences with people of all ages and backgrounds and often reaches out to perform in local schools and community centers. Her students have garnered awards and honors at Music Festivals and Competitions.
Livia teaches children, teenagers, and adults piano in her private studio in Ellicott City, MD. Her teaching purpose is to develop well-rounded musicians who play the piano with excellence and will carry a love for music-making throughout their lives. Thus, her curriculum includes piano skills, aural training, theory, sight reading, music history, creative activities such as basic improvisation and harmonization, and ensemble work. She incorporates private and group experiences, allowing students to benefit from one-on-one instruction, as well as interaction with fellow pianists. In group lessons, students will have the opportunity to perform for each other and delve into music history, compositions, theory, etc., in a fun and enriching environment.
Education & Professional Licenses:
- Bachelor in Music Performance at Towson University, MD
- Master of Music at Peabody Conservatory, MD & Eastman School of Music, NY
- Harmony Road Certification
- Yamaha Music Education System Certification (All Levels)
- MD Certification (Maryland Approved Post-Baccalauretae Program)
- Dalcroze, Orff, and Kodaly Certification
Professional Affiliations:
- Trinity College London
- YMES (Yamaha Music Education System)
- National Guild of Piano Teachers
- The Associated Board of Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
- Music Teachers National Association (MTNA)
- Maryland State Music Teachers Association (MSMTA)
- Music Teachers Association of Greater Baltimore (MTAGB)
- Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association (NVMTA)
- Virginia Music Teachers Association (VMTA)
- The National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC)
- Howard County Music Teachers Association (HCMTA)
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