About Lea Chan HK & Macau Region Steinway Piano Brand Manager | Music Educator | Piano Performer Academic Background As a piano performer with an international academic background, Lea Chan has systematically immersed herself in top-tier music education from both Eastern and Western traditions during her studies in the United States. Her artistic journey spans prestigious institutions, including New York University, the New England Conservatory, and Mannes School of Music, culminating in a Master’s degree and an Honors Bachelor’s degree in Piano Performance. This decade-long academic exploration has laid the foundation for her performance style, which integrates deep scholarly insights with rich artistic expression. Training and Skills Lea’s piano artistry is rooted in a diverse lineage of mentorship. As a disciple of Eduardus Halim, the last successor of the legendary pianist Horace Parlan, she inherited the elegant touch tradition of the Romantic piano style. At the New England Conservatory, she studied under Victor Rosenbaum, delving into authoritative interpretations of Beethoven’s sonatas, thereby developing a rigorous understanding of classical structure. Additionally, through systematic training under Professors Zuo Yin and Li Siying at the Central Conservatory of Music and Xing Hai Conservatory of Music, she effectively incorporated the meticulous tonal control of the Chinese piano school into her personal performance style. Her cross-cultural academic background has garnered praise in masterclasses from esteemed figures such as Tan Dun and Grammy-winner Richard Goode, recognizing her as possessing a "scholarly approach to performance." Teaching Experience During her tenure at New York University, Lea nurtured the musical interests and competencies of numerous undergraduate students, guiding them to excel in their individual piano exams and providing them with multiple performance opportunities. Her educational philosophy emphasizes the integration of score analysis and performance practice, a principle that extended to her chamber music instruction at the Macau University of Science and Technology, resulting in widespread acclaim for student ensembles during school performances.---** Publishing and Translation As the first full-time foreign employee at G. Henle Verlag in Germany, Lea is responsible for promoting the company’s activities in the Asian market from the Munich headquarters, also serving as a translator and editor for anniversary editions and various publications. Furthermore, she has edited multiple foundational materials and examination guides for the People’s Music Publishing House, updating fingerings and providing translation for the Piano Art Magazine. Her educational and work experiences have equipped her with strong skills in Chinese, English, and basic German, enabling a comprehensive understanding of Western music while maintaining a solid foundation emphasized in Asian musical traditions. Professional Honors Lea’s musical talent and professional capabilities have been highly praised by renowned pianist Lang Lang, who described her as "a rare talent possessing both solid musical knowledge and management skills." Additionally, her qualifications have been recognized by The Chinese University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Baptist University, inviting her as a guest speaker to deliver a lecture on "Musical Career Paths" for music students on campus.