Meet the teaching partners at Ascent Music Centre. Discover the experience, teaching approach and musical interests each teacher brings to our students.
Ms Tan
Piano Teacher
14 Years of Teaching Experience · ABRSM Exam Preparation
Ms Tan has taught at Ascent Music Centre since July 2012, guiding students aged five and above from beginner to advanced levels. She specialises in ABRSM exam preparation and recreational pop piano lessons for adults, combining systematic preparation with personalised guidance.
Her teaching record includes a 100% student pass rate in ABRSM Music Theory examinations at Grades 6 and 8, as well as in ABRSM Piano Performance Grades and online Music Theory examinations at Grades 1–5 taken after the Movement Control Order (MCO) period. Many of these students earned Merit or Distinction.
Ms Tan is a flexible and dedicated teacher who tailors lessons to each student’s needs. She spots weak areas fast, keeps lessons focused and effective, and helps students make steady, visible progress. She’s responsible, approachable, and connects well with students of all ages.
Ms Lin
Piano Teacher
16 Years of Teaching Experience · ABRSM Exam Preparation
With 16 years of piano teaching experience, Ms Lin helps students build a strong musical foundation through proper technique, music theory and expressive playing. Her lessons are structured and encouraging.
Recognising that every student learns at a different pace, she tailors lessons to each learner’s age, ability and personal goals. She emphasises effective practice habits, technical development and musical understanding to support steady progress.
Ms Lin aims to nurture confidence, patience and a lasting appreciation for music. Through personalised guidance, she helps students enjoy their musical journey while developing the skills and discipline needed to achieve their goals.
Ms Nam
Piano Teacher · Early Childhood Music Education
12 Years of Teaching Experience · ABRSM Exam Preparation
With 12 years of piano teaching experience, Ms Nam believes that a lifelong love for music begins with curiosity, enjoyment and the right guidance. She creates a positive environment where students can explore music and grow in confidence.
With certification in Orff Music Education, she incorporates creative activities, games and interactive learning into her lessons. This playful approach makes music engaging and enjoyable, particularly for young learners, while supporting the development of musical skills.
Ms Nam has guided students to win Gold Awards in piano competitions and has been recognised as an Outstanding Instructor. She is passionate about nurturing each student’s creativity and musical potential through patient guidance and a supportive learning experience.
Mr Chan
Piano, Guitar & Vocal Teacher
6 Years of Teaching Experience · ABRSM Exam Preparation
With six years of music teaching experience, Mr Chan offers lessons in piano, guitar and singing, giving students opportunities to explore different forms of musical expression.
His teaching emphasises fundamental techniques, musical understanding and each student’s individual interests. Lessons are adapted to different abilities and personal goals, helping learners build a strong foundation at a pace suited to their needs.
Mr Chan aims to create a welcoming and structured learning environment. With guidance tailored to each learner, he helps students build confidence, strengthen their musical skills and enjoy making music.
Ms Lee
Piano & Violin Teacher
14 Years of Teaching Experience · ABRSM Exam Preparation
Ms Lee tailors piano and violin lessons to the needs of children and adults, focusing on sight-reading, musical understanding, tone, rhythm and independent playing. Her attentive, disciplined approach emphasises effective practice habits and active participation from students and parents.
Around 90% of her students develop strong sight-reading skills, helping them read new music independently. She explains music theory clearly, breaking complex concepts into manageable steps. Across her teaching career, approximately 90% of her students taking Grades 1–5 theory examinations have earned Distinction, while approximately 80% taking Grades 6–8 have earned Merit or above.
She believes there are no shortcuts to independent musicianship. Her teaching philosophy is: “The ultimate goal of learning music is that one day, even without me, you will still be able to play and learn independently.”
Ms Hng
Piano & Drawing Teacher
2 Years of Teaching Experience · ABRSM Exam Preparation
Ms Hng teaches piano and drawing, primarily to students aged six to fifteen. With two years of teaching experience, she guides piano learners from beginner level to ABRSM Grade 2. She holds a Diploma in Graphic Design from Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT).
She believes music and art help students discover interests, build confidence and enjoy personal growth. Her lessons focus on strong foundations and each student’s learning pace. She creates a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere while encouraging discipline and perseverance.
When challenges arise, Ms Hng patiently helps students identify problems and improve step by step. She encourages learners to embrace new challenges and discover the joy of piano and drawing.
Ms Yong
Piano Teacher
21 Years of Teaching Experience · ABRSM Exam Preparation
With 21 years of teaching experience, Ms Yong teaches piano and guzheng to adults and children aged six and above, from beginner to Grade 8 level. She believes that everyone has unique talents and potential, discovered at their own pace.
Her lessons respect each student’s individuality, ability and goals. Through personalised guidance, patient support and appropriate challenges, she helps students develop understanding, find effective learning methods and build confidence rather than simply imitate.
For Ms Yong, music education is a journey of self-discovery and growth. Her goal is to help students express themselves through music, believe in their abilities and discover their own path, regardless of age or starting point.
Ms Chong
Piano & Ukulele Teacher
10 Years of Teaching Experience · ABRSM Exam Preparation
Ms Chong teaches piano and ukulele, including traditional country and pop styles, as well as exam preparation. She also leads Little Mozarts group lessons for young children, using singing, movement, listening and rhythm activities to spark their interest in music and build early musical foundations.
Her lessons combine flashcards, drawing, movement, percussion and clapping to suit each child’s needs. By inviting students to share ideas and solve problems together, she helps them build confidence and problem-solving skills. She respects each child’s learning rhythm and adapts her teaching to their unique personality.
Ms Chong believes that challenging lessons are valuable opportunities to learn and grow together. Each student’s progress motivates her to continue exploring the world of music alongside them, with patience, flexibility and encouragement.
