Auckland
Piano Lessons | Theory Lessons
Bio
Yiming Li is a classically trained pianist with a distinguished academic background in music. He seamlessly blends performance expertise with scholarly insight, honed through years of dedication. He earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Music Performance from the prestigious Royal College of Music in London, where he excelled with distinctions across all subjects, including piano performance, musicology, and composition. He is currently pursuing PhD in Music at the University of Auckland, further enriching his understanding of music.
Yiming’s performance career has been marked by appearances at venues and events in China and New Zealand, ranging from the Youth Palace in Foshan to the Auckland Town Hall. These engagements have not only honed his capacity to resonate with diverse audiences but also equipped him with the versatility to thrive in various
performance settings. His active involvement with the Fujian Piano Association exemplifies his dedication to fostering musical communities and inspiring others with his passion.
Beyond his proficiency at the piano, Yiming possesses adept skills in music composition software, such as Dorico, and digital audio workstations like Cubase. This technological acumen complements his classical training, enabling him to seamlessly navigate the traditional and modern facets of music production.
Eager to bring his expertise, knowledge, and fervour to an environment that champions musical excellence and innovation, Yiming Li is poised to contribute meaningfully through performance, education, or creative endeavours. He is committed to pushing the boundaries of his craft while honouring its rich heritage.
Teaching Info
I welcome all students who are passionate about music and piano, as well as those preparing for exams like ABRSM or Trinity. I have successfully guided students in China to pass CMA grade 10 exams and above, and I am currently teaching students preparing for ABRSM exams. Additionally, I can teach music theory if the student is interested. My lessons can be conducted in both Chinese and English.
My goal in teaching music is to enable students to learn independently in the future. To achieve this, I focus on building a solid foundation and teaching effective learning methods. Influenced by my teachers, including Professor Yifu Yang’s “Sound Concept Teaching Method” and FRCM Professor Gordon Fergus-Thompson’s emphasis on finding one’s own interpretation, I guide students in listening and discovering their unique playing style. Furthermore, inspired by Professor Andrew Zolinsky and Dr. Fabio Morreale’s spirit of exploration and innovation, I encourage students to try modern pieces and, depending on their strengths, connect with certain living composers.
我欢迎每一位对音乐和钢琴充满热情的学生，无论他们是单纯的爱好，还是准备参加考级考试（如ABRSM或Trinity），亦或希望在音乐道路上更进一步。我曾成功地指导中国学生通过中国音协十级及以上的考试，目前也在辅导一些准备 ABRSM 考试的学生。此外，对于对音乐理论感兴趣的学生，我也提供相关课程。顺带一提，我的授课语言可以是中文或英文。
我的音乐教学宗旨是让学生在未来能够独立自学。为此，我致力于打下坚实的基础，并传授有效的学习方法。受到我的老师们的影响，特别是杨弋夫教授的《声音概念教学法》和 Gordon Fergus-Thompson院士对寻找个人演奏诠释的重视，我引导学生在坚实的基础上学会倾听，发现并培养自己独特的演奏风格。此外，受到 Andrew Zolinsky 教授和 Fabio Morreale 博士探索与创新精神的启发，我鼓励学生尝试现代乐曲，并根据学生的实力，与部分当代优秀作曲家联系，以拓宽他们的音乐视野。