Claire Chan

Claire Chan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music (Honors) from Hong Kong Baptist University and a Master of Music degree in Piano Performance from California State University, Northridge. She has studied with esteemed pianists Dr. Cherry Tsang, Dr. Dmitry Rachmanov, and Jason Stoll.

Claire is a recipient of numerous awards, including First Prize in Solo Piano at the Hong Kong Schools Music Festival, the Prize for Best Liszt Performance at the American Liszt Society Southern California Chapter Festival, the Pasadena Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota Music Scholarship Competition, the Santa Monica College Orchestra Concerto and Aria Competition, and the CSUN Concerto and Aria Competition.

As a soloist, she has performed at notable venues including The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage at Santa Monica College’s Performing Arts Center and the Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts.

I teach students of all ages and skill levels to learn how to play the piano, develop musical skills, and explore a wide range of musical styles—from classical to contemporary. Lessons include instruction in reading sheet music, proper hand positioning, rhythm, technique, music theory, and performance skills. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine advanced techniques, lessons can be tailored to individual goals and pace.