As a music educator, my objective is to inspire students by emphasizing dedication to musicianship and effective practice methods, utilizing technology as a supportive tool. I aspire for my students to not only attain excellence as musicians but also to emerge as exceptional music educators. I encourage them to dedicate their time not only to the field of music but also to address broader societal issues, to make a positive impact on the world through their artistic pursuits and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching.

As an avid performer, I understand the dedication and discipline it takes for musicians to succeed. I was fortunate to have teachers throughout my studies who motivated me and held me to the highest standards. All the mentors of my studies have utter respect for artistry, which is the standard that I set for myself and my students. This is the reason that I was able to succeed in competitions, including winning the first prize in the 2023 IPPA Conero International Piano Competition and 2022 International Piano Young Artist Competition and receiving second place at the 2022 Memphis International Piano Competition. A crucial lesson instilled by my teachers is the significance of audiation, or profound listening, in music—an idea central to my teaching philosophy as well.

The idea of audiation is for musician to hear the musical phrase and tone within themselves before applying them on the instrument. As the great 19th-century pianist and educator Theodor Leschetizky said, the best way to obtain audiation is to sing the phrase. I believe that only when we can vocalize a musical phrase is truly expressive performance possible. Throughout my doctoral studies, I extensively explored pedagogical methods to integrate audiation into my teaching. With guidance from my mentor, Dr. Smith, and through my own research, I have achieved fruitful success by incorporating videotaping devices and applications to enhance the study of audiation.

During my time at the University of Kansas, I extensively utilized video-taping devices in my teaching. In group piano classes, I encouraged all students to share weekly video updates while providing them with weekly demonstration videos. Additionally, I created concise tutorial videos using the video editing program Capcut. These videos, along with various others, were shared on TheScientificPianoTeacher, a YouTube channel that I co-manage. In my private teaching and personal practice, I utilized videotaping for self-critique and to deepen my students' understanding of their playing. Additionally, I employed specific applications, such as Amazing Slow Downer, to assist both my students and myself in analyzing recordings at a slower speed.

I am an advocate for equal opportunities in music education. Devoting considerable time to the promotion of classical music within the community, I collaborated with Professor Simone Dinnerstein, the artistic director of the Neighborhood Classics project, during my master’s studies in New York City. Together, we organized events in public schools to introduce and promote classical music. I also performed at local public schools to raise funds for education. Inspired by this project, I organized benefit concerts and school events within the Flushing community in New York City. Most recently, I've been involved in developing a piano program at the Salvation Army Kansas City Eastside branch. This program offers free lessons to underprivileged children and families, aiming to make music education accessible. In my opinion, the best way to ensure the success of historically marginalized students is to enhance the accessibility of music education. This allows them to receive equal education from an early age, regardless of factors such as race, gender, economic status, and other considerations, preventing any barriers to equitable access to music resources.

It is very important for me as a music educator to support minority musicians and perform works by underrepresented composers. I have participated in numerous concerts including the KU Asian Classical Music Initiative, premiering many compositions either by AAAPI (Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander) composers or reflecting Asian culture. A noteworthy example is the world premiere of 'A Virtual Journey' by AAAPI composer Li-ly Chang. In my research and teaching, I have also emphasized the promotion of works by AAAPI composers. My co-presentation New Sounds in Chinese Piano Music: An Exciting Direction in Multi-Culturalism was featured in the 2022 Music Teacher National Association GP3 conference, discussing how Chinese traditional musical instruments influenced piano works by Chinese composers. I have also assigned pieces by AAAPI composers to my students, including those that I have personally presented and performed.

Growing up in a family of teachers and professors, I vividly recall witnessing my parents dedicating countless hours to prepare for classes and tutor their students. For them, comprehending the subject matter itself was not the most challenging part; it was effectively conveying that knowledge in a manner that students could grasp and apply. These experiences taught me the profound significance of guiding students through a step-by-step learning process, meticulously structured with well-planned lesson strategies. Equally important, I learned the value of demonstrating compassion to each student, recognizing their individuality and unique needs. My teaching philosophy for future musicians is deeply rooted in the invaluable lessons I have gained. I aspire to emulate the success of dedicated educators, providing my own students with not only a rich musical education but also life experiences that nurture their growth and potential.