Teaching Philosophy
“Teaching Music is not my main purpose. I want to make good citizens” - Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, violinist, philosopher, composer, educator, and the founder of Suzuki method.
I teach music to help students to cultivate their self-esteem, understand the moral and reward of hard work, and to further develop their brain power to reach their real potential. However, the most important reason I teach is to share the beauty and love of music. Through understanding and appreciation the beauty of music, and the enjoyment of making music, we also learn to appreciate the beauty of this world.
May we all have a beautifully musical life!
Biography
Dr. Yufen Chou is an active music educator with over twenty years of teaching experience. First started teaching private piano and violin lessons during her college freshman year, the part-time gig turns into a life-long calling. In 2005, she established Yufen Chou Music Studio providing private lessons in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Dr. Chou was also an adjunct piano professor at Trinity Washington University and Prince George’s Community College. Besides teaching, she is an active accompanist and chamber music player.
Since relocating to Salida, Colorado in 2021, Dr. Chou continues to share the joy of music to the community, rebuilt her studio here, and involves in many local music events. Dr. Chou is the organist in Episcopal Church of the Ascension and accompanist for the Collegiate Peaks Choral in concert. She also performs as soloist, collaborates with many musicians and joins the local jazz big band.
When Dr. Chou is not teaching or performing, she loves to read, skate, take long walks, and hangout with her family and friends.
Education and Training:
Doctor of Musical Arts in Vocal Accompanying — The Catholic University of America
Master of Music in Piano Performance — Stephen F. Austin State University
Registered Suzuki Piano & Violin Teacher
Music Together® teacher