Anna Wong
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Disciplined classical pianist of 10+ years entering a career in social work. Enthusiastic about advocating for vulnerable groups, driven by firsthand experience in social services. Diligently volunteering and pursuing opportunities in community support and youth resources while returning to school. Brings a compassionate attitude, a strong work ethic, and exercises flexibility under pressure.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pianist and Teacher
Freelance, Remote and In-Person
08.2021 - Current
- Accompanist for vocalists and instrumentalists
- Private piano and musicianship instructor to young and pre-college students
- Gig musician for churches, concerts, and sessions
Apprentice Cobbler
Cordonnerie Desjardins
Montreal, QC
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Restored, repaired, and crafted leatherworks for a diverse customer base in downtown Montreal
- Managed cleaning, cashier, and customer service duties
- Left due to relocation and career change
Piano Coach and Counselor
Indiana University Summer Piano Academy
Bloomington, IN
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Coach for pianists aged 12-19 years at the intensive summer piano program
- Gave feedback and criticism on performances and practice methods
- Coordinated schedules, discussed student progress with professors and colleagues, offered practical and emotional support to students, and chaperoned them to lessons and events
Student Accompanist
Schulich School of Music
Montreal, QC
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Pianist for vocalists and instrumentalists while working concurrently on a Graduate Diploma in Performance
- Collaborated in chamber groups and played recital programs, lessons, auditions, and rehearsals
- Recorded original music in professional studio environments
Violin Studio Accompanist
Private Teacher
Ottawa, ON
09.2005 - 04.2013
- Pianist for a private violin teacher teaching beginner to intermediate students
- Accompanied group classes, private lessons, performances, and semi-annual studio recitals
- Recorded accompaniment tracks for musicians who need additional practice material
Education
Master of Music - Piano Performance -
Indiana University (Jacobs School of Music)
Bloomington, IN07.2021
Graduate Diploma - Piano Performance -
McGill University (Schulich School of Music)
Montreal, QC04.2018
Bachelor of Music - Piano Performance -
McGill University (Schulich School of Music)
Montreal, QC04.2017
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BCSkills
- Emergency First Aid / CPR-C & AED certified
- Native / Bilingual English language skills
- Intermediate French language skills
- Basic computer competency
- Cashier, POS system, and Jane App experience
- Creative thinking
- Interpersonal skills and communication
- Relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
Volunteer Experience
BC Children's Hospital - Child Life: Emergency Department
Vancouver, BC \ 09/2023 - Ongoing
- Waiting room activities, maintaining supplies, sanitizing toys, exam room patient support 1:1, sibling support and short-term respite for parents
QMUNITY - Trans ID Clinic, Events
Vancouver, BC \ 09/2023 - Ongoing
- Assisting with government forms for trans folk seeking to change their legal name and gender marker, working with volunteer attorneys to collect necessary documentation and navigate legal processes
Vancouver Pride Society - Festival Accessibility Services, Information Booth
Vancouver, BC \ 08/04/2023 - 08/06/2023
- Directed and helped people with disabilities on festival grounds, maintained accessibility areas; ran information booth, crafts, games, educational trivia, used POS system to sell merch
Burnaby Pride - Information Tent, Community Engagement
Burnaby, BC \ 07/22/2023
- Wayfinding and information about local queer events and organizations; engaged with families, maintained supplies for performers, and coordinated with staff to complete tasks as needed
Timeline
Apprentice Cobbler
Cordonnerie Desjardins
09.2022 - 06.2024
Pianist and Teacher
Freelance, Remote and In-Person
08.2021 - Current
Piano Coach and Counselor
Indiana University Summer Piano Academy
06.2019 - 08.2019
Student Accompanist
Schulich School of Music
09.2017 - 04.2018
Violin Studio Accompanist
Private Teacher
09.2005 - 04.2013
Master of Music - Piano Performance -
Indiana University (Jacobs School of Music)
Graduate Diploma - Piano Performance -
McGill University (Schulich School of Music)
Bachelor of Music - Piano Performance -
McGill University (Schulich School of Music)
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of British Columbia
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