Christine Gan
Piano Academy Faculty | 30+ years of teaching experience
Christine Gan
Piano Academy Faculty
30+ years of teaching experience
Biography
Gan began her career as the inaugural Music Coordinator at the founding of Taylors College Sydney, a direct partner of the University of Sydney. As a leading member, she oversaw and structured the Music Department of the University's Foundation
Program. After moving to Singapore, she taught Music Electives at the Raffles Institution, and has been teaching for over three decades. Gan continues to promote accessibility in music by facilitating opportunities for her students to play with orchestras, as well as perform solo recitals on international stages such as Carnegie Hall, Esplanande Recital Studio, the Mozarteum Concert Hall, Musikverein Hall, and others.
Career Highlights
Teaching & Leadership
- Led Music Dept at University of Sydney Foundation Program
- Taught Music Electives at Raffles Institution
- 30+ years teaching experience
Student Opportunities
- Facilitates students’ opportunities to perform with orchestras
- Supports students in preparing and performing solo recitals on international stages
International Performance Platforms
- Students have performed at prestigious international venues, including Carnegie Hall (New York), Esplanade Recital Studio (Singapore), Mozarteum Concert Hall (Salzburg), Musikverein Hall (Vienna), and others.
Masterclasses with Christine Gan
Christine Gan brings over three decades of teaching and performance experience to her masterclasses. Formerly the inaugural Music Coordinator at Taylors College Sydney and Music Elective teacher at Raffles Institution, she continues to champion accessibility in music through orchestral collaborations and student performances at prestigious venues
Specializations
Piano pedagogy, Music education and curriculum design, Performance training, Student mentorship
Teaching Philosophy
Focus on holistic musical growth through discipline, creativity, and self-expression. Nurtures each student’s individual artistry and confidence through meaningful performance experiences.