Ang Shao-Wen's Bio
Shao-wen is a graduate of Columbia University (majoring in Music) and has a Master’s in Choral Studies from the University of Cambridge. At Cambridge, he studied conducting under the esteemed Stephen Layton.
Shao-wen’s rigorous training in violin playing included intensive lessons with internationally renowned violin professors such as Prof. Erick Friedman of Yale University and Prof. Hu Kun of the Royal Academy of Music, London. As a young teen, he won several performing prizes including 1st prize at the National Piano and Violin Competitions (Junior and Senior categories).
Testimonials
Our students recognise the effort and dedication that Shao-Wen puts into each lesson. Here is just some of the feedback that we have received.
That Shao-Wen teaches not merely topics but concepts, concepts in different contexts and relationships between concepts are just a few of many reasons why his lessons are distinctive.
He gives much more than textbook definitions, and takes the time to illustrate concepts on the instrument. Each idea is expounded on clearly, comprehensively and with all its nuances and subtleties (and with a dash of humour), and oftentimes in the process the idea is embellished with a personality that makes the study of (dry and baffling) theory so much more palatable.
Perhaps what’s most encouraging is that he never brushes aside what students sometimes deem as ‘silly questions’ and explores each question with an intellectual rigour that’s often missed in lessons conducted by the average music school.
— Mr P Tham
Amazing knowledge of the finer details of violin performance and music theory. A truly engaging and inspiring teacher with both the gift of and passion for teaching. Janelle has been motivated to practice the violin like never before.
— Ms Emily Teo
Shao-Wen is an amazing teacher with extensive knowledge and grasp of music theory principles. He is able to explain these topics in a simple and easy-to-understand manner for my daughter, and he is always patient and encouraging with her.
Shao-Wen is not only an exceptional teacher, but he is also a kind and sensitive guy, and my daughter looks forward to her lessons with him. He will undoubtedly continue to have a great influence on my daughter's musical path.
— Mr Ivan Wong