YaPing Lu is a seasoned music educator and collaborative artist with over 20 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from the University of Southern California and is certified in Level 1 of Orff-Schulwerk teacher training. Known for her personalized teaching approach, YaPing tailors her curriculum to each student’s abilities and interests, achieving high ratings in ABRSM and National Federation of Music Clubs Junior Festival. She is also a sought-after collaborative pianist, performing regularly with various musicians at venues like the Colburn School of Music and Pasadena Conservatory of Music. Her concert coordination includes notable events such as “Intersections” at the Pacific Asia Museum and “Piano 300 Years” at the OCAC Cultural Center, showcasing her leadership in music programming. Her accompaniment experience includes Arcadia Bel Canto Chamber Singers, Easy Valley Children’s Choir, San Gabriel Children’s Chorus, and Los Angeles 聖樂團.