Krystal (Hoang Linh Chi) | Teacher #4562
About Krystal (Hoang Linh Chi)
Krystal (Hoang Linh Chi) is a piano teacher based in Montreal, offering online and in-studio lessons in both English and French. With a Bachelor's and Master's in Piano Performance from Université de Montréal, Krystal brings extensive training from renowned mentors and a strong foundation from the Vietnam National Academy of Music. She prepares students for RCM exams and competitions and teaches all ages, emphasizing proper technique and musical expression. Her studio is a supportive environment for learning piano, ear training, music theory, solfege, and Suzuki method.
Piano Ear Training Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege RCM Music Theory (Advanced) Suzuki RCM - Analysis RCM - Basic Harmony
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons
Classical Pop Baroque
English French
Teaching Philosophy
Music is a tool for me to express myself. It's basically my life. I love sharing my passion with others, help them to find their own music, their own voice. I always start teaching with the right posture, right hand position and warming up with scales before playing. Analyzing the piece first before playing to have some general ideas what to do is also very important in my teaching method. I always guide the students to start with simple songs first to learn the basic techniques before playing the songs that the students want. I do focus on teaching them how to play with the right techniques, how to practice in the right ways to save time and avoid injuries. I also help students to understand the music theory and what it's written in the score. I always tell my students " PRACTICE SMARTER NOT HARDER" When it comes to technique, it might sound a bit dry and boring, but I always try to make things light and funny for the students to understand easier. I always encourage them to be creative with the sound, guide them to express their own feelings into the pieces, because we are not ROBOTS.
Musical Education
I first started learning piano when I was 4. Then I got accepted and started my professional piano journey at Vietnam National Academy of Music , a professional music school in Vietnam, since I was 7 years old. I have a Bachelor Degree and Master Degree in Piano Performance from Université de Montréal. For my Bachelor, I was in prof. Dang Thai Son's class, winner of the Prestigious Chopin Competition in 1980. For my Master, I studied with Prof. Jimmy Brière. I will start my PH.D in Piano Performance in Spring 2025 at Université de Montréal.
Awards and Distinctions
First prize in Vietnam National Piano Competition, Viet Nam. First runner-up in Steinway International Youth Piano Competition, Singapore. First prize in International Piano Concerto Competition, Indonesia. Second prize in Hanoi International Piano Competition, Viet Nam. Gold and special prizes in International Piano Competition and Festival, Korea. Full scholarship at Kirishima International Music Festival, Japan. Full government scholarship for gifted students to study undergraduate in Montreal, Canda. Second prize at Concours et Festival de Musique de Sherbrooke, Canada.
Special Skills and Trainings
I was mostly trained in Classical Music. However, I do play a bit of Jazz, Pop, Ballade from time to time. I prepare my students for RCM Exams and Piano Competitions. Last year, one of my students got the highest score in Grade 1 RCM in Quebec Region and this year, one won Bronze prize at 2024 Quebec Music Competition. I help my students to achieve their goals either in Classical Music genre or other Music genres that they are interested in. I have experiences in teaching different age groups, my smallest student is 3 and half and oldest one is 68 years old.
Lessons in a music studio
Krystal (Hoang Linh Chi) offers lessons from her studio. Map locations are approximate and based on the postal code of the teacher’s studio. The full address will be provided upon registration.Lessons on an online platform
Krystal (Hoang Linh Chi) can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Krystal (Hoang Linh Chi) is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
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Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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