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Master
Teaching since 2014
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
Stephanie Tsoi
Erhu
Hong Kong Baptist University, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Stephanie Tsoi

Stephanie Tsoi Hoi Yin began to learn erhu at the age of 7 under the tutelage of Ms. Li Pei-jun. Discovering her deep interest in music performance, she started her further study in erhu with Mr. Wong On Yuen and gaohu with Prof. Yu Qiwei. At the age of 15, she obtained excellent result in Diploma in Erhu, Central Conservatory of Music Practical Examination. During her study of Bachelor or Arts in Music in the Chinese University of Hong Kong, she actively participated in solo and orchestra performances, as well as international competitions. Tsoi participated in the 9th Amigdala European Music Competition as the Hong Kong representative, and was awarded the Gold prize in Folk Music Category, Best Interpretation Prize, and Special Prize of Aci Bonaaccorsi. In the 17th Osaka International Music Competition, she was awarded 2nd Prize in Folk Music.

Tsoi has finished her study in Master of Arts in Music in Hong Kong Baptist University in 2019, further studying in music pedagogy and children psychology. She showed her interest in the comparison of Chinese and Western music pedagogical styles in her graduation thesis in her Bachelor and Master degrees. Tsoi is now a full time erhu teacher, working as the erhu tutor in various primary and secondary schools. Tsoi keeps investigating new pedagogical styles, aiming to introduce innovative teaching methods to enhance the learning efficiency and the interest of students.

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Stephanie Tsoi
Professional field(s): Erhu
Teaching language(s): Cantonese, English, Mandarin
Teaching since 2014

Stephanie Tsoi Hoi Yin began to learn erhu at the age of 7 under the tutelage of Ms. Li Pei-jun. Discovering her deep interest in music performance, she started her further study in erhu with Mr. Wong On Yuen and gaohu with Prof. Yu Qiwei. At the age of 15, she obtained excellent result in Diploma in Erhu, Central Conservatory of Music Practical Examination. During her study of Bachelor or Arts in Music in the Chinese University of Hong Kong, she actively participated in solo and orchestra performances, as well as international competitions. Tsoi participated in the 9th Amigdala European Music Competition as the Hong Kong representative, and was awarded the Gold prize in Folk Music Category, Best Interpretation Prize, and Special Prize of Aci Bonaaccorsi. In the 17th Osaka International Music Competition, she was awarded 2nd Prize in Folk Music.

Tsoi has finished her study in Master of Arts in Music in Hong Kong Baptist University in 2019, further studying in music pedagogy and children psychology. She showed her interest in the comparison of Chinese and Western music pedagogical styles in her graduation thesis in her Bachelor and Master degrees. Tsoi is now a full time erhu teacher, working as the erhu tutor in various primary and secondary schools. Tsoi keeps investigating new pedagogical styles, aiming to introduce innovative teaching methods to enhance the learning efficiency and the interest of students.

Stephanie Tsoi

Education

Master of Arts in Music, Hong Kong Baptist University

Bachelor or Arts in Music, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Achievement

Central Conservatory of Music

Practical Exam Diploma in Erhu

Central Conservatory of Music

Grade 2 Music Theory

Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music

Grade 8 Piano

Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music

Grade 8 Music Theory

The 9th Amigdala International Competition, 2019

Gold Award, Interpretation Award

The 17th Osaka International Music Competition, Hong Kong Semi-final, 2016

First Runner-up

Performance Experience

HKYWCA Chinese Orchestra, 2014-2017

Tutti Gaohuist / Erhuist,

East Side Story Musical, 2021

Erhu Soloist

Working Experience

Munsang College, 2020-present

Erhu Tutor

G.C.C.I.T.K.D. Cheong Wong Wai Primary School, 2019-present

Erhu Tutor

Lam Tin Methodist Primary School, 2018-present

Erhu Tutor

Chi Hong Primary School, 2017-2020

Erhu Tutor

C.C.C. Heep Who Primary School Cheung Sha Wan, 2018-2020

Erhu Tutor

NT Heung Yee Kuk Tai Po District Secondary School, 2017-2020

Erhu Tutor

Christian Alliance H. C. Chan Primary School, 2016-2020

Erhu Tutor

St. Paul’s Primary Catholic School, 2017-2018

Erhu Tutor

Tong Mei Road Government Primary School, 2016-2017

Erhu Tutor

W.F. Joseph Lee Primary School, 2016-2017

Erhu Tutor

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Teaching Style

  1. Teaching syllabus is well rounded and tailor-made for different students, including traditional and contemporary music from Chinese and Western music.
  2. Lessons are systematically designed with the use of various teaching methods. Students are encouraged to learn by understand instead of copying.
  3. Aural training, theory and history related would be included to enhance musical understanding of students.
  4. Students will be encouraged to participate in different competitions and listen to various concerts to increase their interest in music.

Teaching Location

Central and WesternEasternSouthernWan ChaiKowloon CityKwun TongSham Shui PoWong Tai SinYau Tsim Mong

Tutor's Studio

North Point

Live Tutorial

Live tutorial (FaceTime, Zoom)

Lesson

Erhu

LevelBeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Tuition$400 – $500$500 – $600$600 – $750
Notes
  • The Tuition refers to 60mins per lesson.
  • The Tuition might be adjusted according to the duration and location of the lesson.
  • All amounts are in Hong Kong Dollars.

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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1.Submit student information; The tutor will respond according to the information.Messages between student/tutor will be screenshotted or forwarded through M5 Music.
2.Discuss and arrange the lesson time, location, tuition fee, etc.
3.The lesson will be confirmed after completing the payment of the Tuition of the First Lesson.
4.Take the lesson according to the booking time.
5.The second lesson and beyond are arranged by the student/tutor themselves.
If the student/parent wants to contact the tutor directly before the payment, please read Is it Allowed to Contact the Tutor before Making Payment?

Is it Allowed to Contact the Tutor before Making Payment?

Protecting tutors’ personal privacy is our job; Tutors need to avoid unnecessary leakage of privacy.
Before student/parent makes payment:
i.Some tutors do NOT accept direct contact.
ii.Some tutors will call student/parent with a “Hidden Number”.
iii.Some tutors accept to contact student/parent through various ways.
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Tuition of the First Lesson

The tuition of the first lesson is charged by M5 Music (accept Bank Transfer or FPS); Students do NOT need to pay additional fee for the first lesson.

Tuition of the Second Lesson and Beyond

Starting from the second lesson, please pay tuition directly to the tutor. Generally, four lessons will be calculated as one session. Please check with your tutor about the payment method for the second lesson and beyond.

No Free Trail Lesson

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Student's Absence Notice

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Typhoons and Rainstorms Arrangement

If the first lesson is affected by typhoon and rainstorm warning, M5 Music can assist both parties to reschedule the lesson.

Refund Policy

We only provide a refund if the tutor is absent on the original booking time, and cannot provide a make-up lesson for the next 14 days. Apart from this, we do not accept any refund request.