Danny Li
Danny Li is a professional saxophonist and educator recognised for his versatility across classical and jazz in Hong Kong. He holds a Master of Music from the National Taiwan University of Arts (NTUA), where he studied as a scholarship recipient under the guidance of Taiwan Yamaha artist Chih-Huan Wu. During his formative years, he also participated in prestigious masterclasses, including those led by Chien-Kwan Lin of the Eastman School of Music.
Artistic Career and Performance
Danny’s career is marked by a blend of chamber music excellence and jazz exploration.
Chamber Music: He is a founding member of the Kizuna Saxophone Quartet, a local ensemble dedicated to promoting classical saxophone repertoire. He was also a founding member of the MIT Advanced Training Saxophone Ensemble, with whom he performed at landmark venues such as the National Concert Hall in Taiwan.
Jazz: After returning to Hong Kong, Danny became a vital part of the local jazz community. He has performed at the West Kowloon Freespace Jazz Fest and Lau Bak Livehouse. In 2024 and 2025, he has been particularly active with his duo alongside guitarist Will Chan, performing at CODA Jazz Kissa, and leading the Danny Li Quartet in the "New Jazz Voice" series at Fountain de Chopin.
Pedagogy and Leadership
With a strong foundation in classical technique, Danny has shared his expertise through various educational roles. He formerly served as a part-time tutor for the Hong Kong Music Office and has provided specialised woodwind instruction at numerous local schools. He remains dedicated to mentoring the next generation of musicians by bridging the gap between rigorous classical training and contemporary performance.
Education
Master of Music, National Taiwan University of Arts
Performance Experience
Freespace Jazz Fest, 2024
Freespace Jazz Fest, 2023
Danny Li Will Chan Jazz Duo, 2025
Kizuna Saxophone Quartet, 2014 -2019
MIT Advanced Training Saxophone Ensemble, 2015 - 2018
National Taiwan University of Arts, Saxophone Recital, 2018
Working Experience
Music Office, 2019 - 2021
Wah Yan College (Kowloon), 2022 - Present
HKCCCU Logos Academy, 2019 - 2024
G.T. (Ellen Yeung) College (Primary School), 2018 - 2021
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Teaching Location
Tutor's Studio
Live Tutorial
Lesson
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| Level | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced |
| Tuition | $500/45mins $600/60mins | $600/45mins $700/60mins | $700/45mins $800/60mins |
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Level:
All Instrumental Lessons / Accompaniment
Beginner: Beginner - G. 4
Intermediate: G. 5 - G. 7
Advanced: G. 8 or above
Western Music Theory
Beginner: ABRSM Music Theory G. 5
Intermediate: ABRSM Music Theory G. 8
Advanced: Trinity College London AmusTCL or above
Chinese Music Theory
Beginner: Shanghai Conservatory of Music Theory
Beginner: Central Conservatory of Music Theory G. 1
Intermediate: Central Conservatory of Music Theory G. 2
Advanced: Not applicable
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