About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Established in 2011, Bravo Music has been the leading music lesson expert in West Side Vancouver.
At Bravo Music Academy, we offer a full range of music programs — including private lessons, group classes, and practice support sessions — designed for students of all ages and skill levels.
🎹 Private Lessons: One-on-one instruction in piano, violin, viola, cello, guitar, voice, flute, clarinet, and more — all held in our professional, fully equipped teaching studios.
🎵 Group Classes: Interactive learning in music theory, ear training, and ensemble playing.
🎻 Practice Support Classes: Guided practice in private rooms with teacher supervision to improve accuracy, focus, and technique.
🏆 Exam & Competition Preparation: Comprehensive coaching for RCM exams, auditions, and performance contests.
Our team of highly qualified instructors — all graduates of renowned music institutions — are passionate about inspiring students to grow their skills and discover the joy of music-making.
Whether you are looking for piano, violin, cello, flute, clarinet, guitar, voice, pop songwriting, or theory/history/harmony lessons, Bravo Music is the right place for you!
Meet the Team
Principle
Shuangming Liu
Shuangming Liu, a distinguished pianist and graduate of the Central Conservatory of Music in China, brings over 20 years of dedicated teaching experience to her role as Principal of Brandenburg Music Academy in Richmond. Under her leadership, students have consistently achieved outstanding results, winning top prizes at prestigious national and international competitions.
Beyond teaching, Ms. Liu served as the piano coach for John Woo’s acclaimed film Taiping Lun (太平轮), collaborating with renowned Japanese composer Tarō Iwashiro on the film’s musical arrangements and providing piano training to South Korean actress Song Hye-kyo（宋慧乔）. Her artistic accomplishments and contributions to music education have also been recognized in an exclusive feature interview with Musician, one of China’s most respected music journals.
Administrative Manager
Silvia He
Silvia He is a cellist and MBA graduate from Trinity Western University. She plays with the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra and brings strong expertise in arts administration. At Bravo & Brandenburg Music Academy, she oversees operations and student services, ensuring professional and efficient management of the school’s music training programs.
Instructor (Piano)
Kay
Kay holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music from York University and has performed as a pianist in Taiwan, Canada, and Hong Kong. She is also a composer and flautist, with 17 years of teaching experience.Because she was very well received by her students, she once set a record of teaching 51 students in a single week.In recent years, Kay has successfully prepared students for the CCC Music Competition, where her students achieved 1st and 2nd Place in the Group Category. Her students have also achieved very high scores in the RCM exams.Teaching style:energetic, encouraging, and engaging.
Instructor (Piano)
Tatyana
Tatyana is a pianist with a Master of Music degree from the Tashkent State Conservatory in Uzbekistan. With over 20 years of teaching experience and a strong foundation in the Russian pedagogical tradition, she equips her students with both solid technical skills and deep musicality. Her students have consistently achieved outstanding results in competitions and examinations, including Kiwanis, BCCM, and RCM.
Instructor (Piano)
Zoe
Zoe holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Tunghai University in Taiwan and has over 40 years of teaching experience. Having received systematic training in Orff music education, she has developed her own unique educational philosophy and methods. Over the years, she has helped hundreds of students overcome learning challenges and discover confidence and joy through music.
Instructor (Piano, Flute)
Vikcy
Vicky is a music educator with over 22 years of teaching experience across China, Australia, and Canada. As a flutist, she has been active as a soloist, chamber musician, and ensemble performer, appearing in recitals, masterclasses, and with the UVic Wind Symphony.
Instructor (Violin, viola)
Calvin
Calvin holds a Master of Music degree from McGill University. He is the Principal Viola of the Prince George Symphony Orchestra and performs regularly with ensembles including the Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra in Nanaimo, the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra, and the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra. With many years of teaching experience, he specializes in violin and viola instruction, combining professional performance expertise with dedicated pedagogy.
Instructor (Violin, viola, voice, pop song-writing)
Gary
Gary Sun holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Victoria and a Certificate in Digital Music Production from Langara College. In addition to teaching violin, viola, voice, and music production, he works actively as a singer and producer, and serves as the director of the Elgar Strings Ensemble.
Instructor (Violin)
Irene
Irene Senent holds a Violin Performance bachelor’s degree and a Music Education Master's Degree from Spain. In Canada, she has performed as an extra musician with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and the Vancouver Island Symphony.
A certified Suzuki Violin Teacher (from British Suzuki Institute in London) with over 17 years of experience, Irene has successfully prepared students for RCM examinations and guided them to leadership roles in youth orchestras like the VYSO.
Instructor (Violin, piano, music theory)
Katherine
Katherine holds a Master of Performance Violin from the University of Toronto, McGill University for her Bachelor of Music degree. As a chamber musician, she regularly performs in the Classical Context concerts at the Canadian Music Centre, and for the York Region Chamber Music series. Outside of performing and teaching violin and piano, she can teach RCM music theory and harmony.
Instructor (Violin)
Thomas
Thomas holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Tianjin University in China. With 10 years of teaching experience, he is dedicated to providing high-quality violin instruction and inspiring students to achieve excellence in their musical journey.
Instructor (Cello)
David
David is a classically trained cellist and dedicated music educator, holding a Master of Music in Cello Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM), where he was a scholarship recipient. David has been accepted into the Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) program at Michigan State University’s College of Music with a full scholarship. Several of his students have successfully earned positions in the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO), reflecting his commitment to developing young musicians to a professional level. He is fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese, and brings a holistic, body-aware approach to both performing and teaching.
Instructor (Piano, Cello)
Vicky
Vicky is an experienced music instructor with 10 years of teaching experience. In addition to her teaching career, she has been an active performer for many years and has held several solo concerts in Taiwan, showcasing her artistry and passion for music.
Instructor (Guitar)
Joel
Joel holds a Master of Music degree from the University of British Columbia and serves as Vice President of the Vancouver Classical Guitar Society. With 15 years of teaching experience, he is dedicated to guiding students in mastering guitar technique and developing expressive musicianship.
Instructor (Guitar)
River
River is a versatile guitar educator with professional teaching experience in music institutions, retail music organizations, and private studios. He has taught pop piano and guitar internationally and currently works as a music consultant while offering personalized guitar instruction that emphasizes solid technique, musical understanding, and creative expression.
Instructor (Clarinet)
Jason
Jason is an accomplished clarinetist and educator with extensive teaching and performance experience in professional orchestras and academic settings. He holds a Master’s degree from the University of British Columbia, where he studied under renowned clarinetists including James Campbell and Jose Franch-Ballester, and brings a supportive, goal-oriented approach that helps students at all levels build strong fundamentals and confident musicianship.
Instructor (Clarinet)
Jessica
Jessica holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of British Columbia and has 17 years of teaching experience. She brings extensive ensemble experience, having performed with the Edmonton Youth Orchestra, UBC Symphonic Wind Ensemble, UBC Symphony Orchestra, and the Vancouver Academy of Music Orchestra.
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