Paul Ton
Springvale,VIC
Summary
Dedicated piano teacher with a holistic approach to piano teaching, helping students find their love for music and their enthusiasm for piano playing. Experienced performer and accompanist with a large solo, chamber and concerto repertoire.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Piano Teacher
Salesian College
2022.06 - Current
- Taught students from Year 7 to Year 12 including VCE Music Repertoire Performance
- Conducted individual and group music lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Increased student retention rates by developing strong relationships with students and their families.
- Successfully prepared students for exams, recitals, auditions, and competitions by implementing effective practice strategies.
- Kept up-to-date with advancements in piano pedagogy by attending workshops, conferences, and participating in professional development.
- Played piano at school functions, provided piano accompaniment for examinations and concerts.
- Wrote semester reports for students.
Private Piano Teacher
Self Employed Services
2009.02 - Current
- Conducted individual piano music lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment conducive to growth and development.
- Prepared students for recitals, auditions, and examinations, resulting in successful performances and high scores.
- Increased student retention rates through consistent communication with parents regarding progress and areas for improvement.
- Addressed individual learning challenges through differentiated instruction techniques that catered to each student's unique strengths and weaknesses.
- Provided opportunities for students to perform in recitals and other community events, showcasing their skills and boosting self-confidence.
Piano Teacher
Mount Scopus Memorial College
2017.05 - 2021.12
- Taught at their St. Kilda, Caulfield and Burwood campuses.
- Conducted individual piano lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
- Prepared students for examinations, school concerts and local competitions.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.
- Worked with the Director of Music to promote the music program and increase enrolments.
- Piano accompanist for student concerts and examinations.
- Wrote semester reports.
Education
Masters of Music (Music Performance) -
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne Conservatorium Of Music2018
Bachelor of Music (Degree With Honours) -
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne Conservatorium Of Music2015
Theory of Music - Grade Six -
Australian Music Examinations Board
2013
Associate Diploma in Music - Piano -
Australian Music Examinations Board
2011
Skills
- Progress Reporting
- Piano Instruction
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Performing (solo, chamber, concerto)
- Music Theory
- Accompanying
- Composing, Arranging and Transcribing
- Video Editing and Studio Production
Accomplishments
- DW Gardiner Fund (graduate scholarship from The University of Melbourne)
- Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholar (undergraduate scholarship from The University of Melbourne)
- Academic Scholarship (Mazenod College, Mulgrave)
Prize winner at the following piano competitions:
- Dandenong Festival of Music & Arts for Youth
- South Eastern Arts Festival
- Boroondara Eisteddfod
Additional Information
Working with Children Check
- Employee
- Expiry 27-01-2025
YouTube channel
- Channel name is PTon Tutorials
- Piano tutorial videos using trendy visualiser effects
- AMEB Piano and Piano for Leisure videos
- Popular music arranged for piano videos
References
Professional referees
Matthew Little
Head of Music
Salesian College, Chadstone
James Gaspari
Director of Primary Music
Mount Scopus Memorial College
Peter Nguyen
Head of Music
Mazenod College, Mulgrave
Professor Ian Holtham
Former Head of Piano
Melbourne Conservatorium of Music
All contact details available upon request
Piano Accompanist
Lyra Violin Studio
- Official accompanist for the bi-annual Lyra Chamber Music Concerts in 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022.
The University of Adelaide
- Associate artist for a Master of Music examination in 2021.
Mornington Peninsula Chorale
- Accompanist for the choir rehearsals in 2017.
- Played orchestral piano part for their concert held at the Frankston Arts Centre.
Mazenod College, Mulgrave
- Piano accompanist in 2014, 2017 and 2023.
Timeline
Piano Teacher
Salesian College
2022.06 - Current
Piano Teacher
Mount Scopus Memorial College
2017.05 - 2021.12
Private Piano Teacher
Self Employed Services
2009.02 - Current
Masters of Music (Music Performance) -
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Music (Degree With Honours) -
The University of Melbourne
Theory of Music - Grade Six -
Australian Music Examinations Board
Associate Diploma in Music - Piano -
Australian Music Examinations Board
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