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Overview
Work History
Education
Languages
Honors & Rewards
Dissertation Publication
Timeline
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LE (ENYA) SHI

Toronto,ON

Summary

Hardworking and confident Cellist with solid music background. Delivers performances with skill and dedication for 20+ years.

Enthusiastic Music Teacher eager to impart love of music and performance experience onto students. Exceptional skill developing performance groups and ensembles to showcase skill growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Teacher

Enya Shi Music Studio
06.2017 - Current
  • Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students' talents and hard work.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Enhanced students' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
  • Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
  • Improved student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques.
  • Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.

Guest Soloist & Instructor

Chinese Artists Society Of Toronto
04.2012 - Current
  • Strengthened relationships with local arts organizations through collaborative projects and networking events.
  • Expanded performance versatility by incorporating various musical styles and techniques into repertoire.
  • Assisted with fundraising efforts for the organization, securing additional resources for future productions.
  • Promoted concert series through social media channels, driving higher attendance rates at events.
  • Mentored aspiring musicians through masterclasses and workshops, fostering talent growth in the community.
  • Developed a diverse repertoire of both classical and contemporary pieces, appealing to a wider audience base.
  • Performed in diverse settings, including orchestras, chamber music ensembles, and solo recitals, showcasing versatility as a cellist.

Orchestral Cellist

Kindred Spirits Orchestra
10.2011 - Current


  • Provided musical background for live shows such as ballets, operas, musical theatre, and cabarets.
  • Collaborated with fellow musicians to create seamless ensemble performances, contributing to the overall success of concerts.
  • Engaged with composers on newly commissioned works, accurately interpreting their intentions for an authentic performance experience.
  • Mastered challenging compositions with dedication to practice, elevating overall performance quality during concerts.

Music Teacher

QY String Inc.
07.2018 - 05.2021
  • Developed individualized lesson plans for diverse students, resulting in increased motivation and progress.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
  • Supervised students during rehearsals to provide direction to students during practice sessions.

Music Teacher

MacCanny Secondry School
09.2019 - 05.2020
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Fostered creativity by encouraging improvisation, composition, and arrangement within the classroom setting.
  • Contributed to school-wide events such as musicals or talent shows by providing expertise in rehearsals and performances.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate students about fundamentals and history of music.
  • Collaborated with other music teachers to expand student knowledge and deliver comprehensive learning experiences.

Music Teacher

Clearview School Of Arts And Culture
09.2015 - 03.2018
  • Motivated students to practice consistently through goal-setting, tracking progress, and providing constructive feedback.
  • Established positive relationships with parents and guardians, promoting open communication and collaboration for student success.
  • Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that connected music with other subjects.
  • Assisted in the selection and acquisition of instruments, sheet music, and equipment to support the music program's growth.

Lecturer,Cello Performance

Tianjin Conservatory Of Music
09.2003 - 05.2010
  • Arranged syllabus, determined assessment list for cello major and minor students.
  • Developed semester outlines and instructional plans to comply with stated course objectives.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
  • Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
  • Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
  • Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
  • Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
  • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.

Education

Master of Music - Cello, Music of Performance

University of Toronto
Toronto. Canada
06.2014

Master of Arts - Cello, Music of Performance

Tianjin Conservatory of Music
Tianjin. China
05.2003

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Honors & Rewards

• March 2016 Nomination for “ Mandarin Profile Artist Awards”
• June 2015 “Outstanding Artist”, honored by Ontario Provincial Government
• Sep 2006 “Excellent Young Teacher” in Tianjin Conservatory of Music
• Sep 1997 “Best Performance Prize” in Minority Art Show in Tianjin
• May 1996 “Second Prize” in National University Art Show in Beijing

Dissertation Publication

Master graduation dissertation Shostakovich Cello Concerto No. 1 published in Music and Performance ( Journal of Nanjing Art Institute),

China, March 2005

Timeline

Music Teacher

MacCanny Secondry School
09.2019 - 05.2020

Music Teacher

QY String Inc.
07.2018 - 05.2021

Music Teacher

Enya Shi Music Studio
06.2017 - Current

Music Teacher

Clearview School Of Arts And Culture
09.2015 - 03.2018

Guest Soloist & Instructor

Chinese Artists Society Of Toronto
04.2012 - Current

Orchestral Cellist

Kindred Spirits Orchestra
10.2011 - Current

Lecturer,Cello Performance

Tianjin Conservatory Of Music
09.2003 - 05.2010

Master of Music - Cello, Music of Performance

University of Toronto

Master of Arts - Cello, Music of Performance

Tianjin Conservatory of Music

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