Music teacher, pianist, author, and speaker with over forty years piano teaching experience, Merlin B. Thompson (PhD, MA, BMus) is a leading authority on studio music teaching. Merlin has worked with hundreds of children, their parents, and teachers in workshops, institutes, conferences, established programs, and mentorships online and in-person across Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand, China, Finland,  Brazil, and Japan. He is author of "More than Music Lessons: A Studio Teacher's Guide to Parents, Practicing, Projects, and Character" and "Fundamentals of Piano Pedagogy: Fuelling Authentic Student Musicians from the Beginning". His music teaching approach integrates musical, philosophical, educational, sociological, and historical components. 

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Music teacher, cellist, workshop specialist, and parent, Shu-Yi Scott (DMA, MM) has over thirty years experience as cello instructor. She has given master classes, seminars, and performances across USA, Taipei, Shanghai, Mexico, Europe, and online. She completed her DMA in cello performance at the University of Austin under renowned pedagogue Ms. Phyllis Young. She completed her MM in cello performance at Penn State University under Dr. Kim Cook.  Through her music teaching studio, Shu-Yi teaches over twenty cello students ages three to eighteen, from beginner to advanced high school cellists. Her music teaching expertise and patience helps students from all musical backgrounds excel.  She uses her knowledge of child development to creatively target the needs of her students, keeping them motivated and growing. As a dedicated music teacher, her private lessons, group class offerings, and parent education nights help to foster a community of  lifelong musicians. To visit Shu-Yi's website, click here.