A thoughtful beginning
FIRST STEPS AT THE PIANO
Build the essentials: rhythm, reading, coordination and a listening ear. A sound foundation gives young musicians more freedom as the music becomes more demanding.
A LIFE IN MUSIC. A FOUNDATION FOR YOUR CHILD.
Mary
Yuntong Guan
Concert artistry.
A thoughtful beginning at the piano.
PIANIST · EDUCATORDiscover Mary
SELECTED CONCERT STAGES
Carnegie Hall · Lincoln Center · Merkin Hall · Kennedy Center
THE ARTIST. THE TEACHER.MEET MARY
A musician’s ear.
A teacher’s purpose.
Choosing a piano teacher is choosing the person who will shape your child’s first relationship with music.
Mary Yuntong Guan brings a background in conservatory training, international competitions and concert performance to that choice. Her performance history includes Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Merkin Hall and the John F. Kennedy Center.
Her musical training at Mannes School of Music, where she studied with Yuri Kim, anchors an approach to piano study that values technique, careful listening and musical expression together.
TRAININGMannes School of Music
PIANO EDUCATIONRCM piano teacher
PIANO STUDY
Strong foundations.
Room to grow.
From the first notes to a more confident performance, explore a direction that suits your child’s experience and goals.
A clear path forward
RCM PIANO STUDIES
Connect repertoire with technique and musicianship. For families considering Royal Conservatory examinations, discuss a study plan around the student’s current level and readiness.
About the RCM pathwayMusic with confidence
INTERPRETATION & PERFORMANCE
Look beyond playing the right notes. Explore phrasing, tone, musical character and preparation—the details that help a student make a piece their own.
Not sure where to begin? Tell Mary your child’s age, experience and what you hope they will gain from learning piano.
Ask about lessons
FROM THE CONCERT STAGE
Experience that
shapes the music.
Years of preparing, performing and competing bring a practical understanding of what it takes to grow as a pianist.
Selected performances
- Carnegie Hall2019 · 2020 · 2022
- Lincoln Center & Merkin Hall2018 · 2022 · 2023
- John F. Kennedy Center2019
- Ernst C. Stiefel Hall2017–2023
Competition awards
- Elite International Music Competition1st Place · Solo & Concerto
2018 · 2020–2023 - Prima Volta Competition1st Place · Solo & Concerto
2018 · 2020–2022 - Canada International Piano Competition1st Place · 2020
- CAI International CompetitionMultiple 1st & 2nd Place · 2019–2022
LISTEN & DISCOVER
Let the music
speak.
A performance offers a different way to meet the musician behind the lessons. Explore Mary’s recordings and musical life on YouTube.
Visit Mary’s YouTube
PERFORMANCES ON YOUTUBE ▶IN PICTURES
On stage.
Beyond the piano.
BEGIN A CONVERSATION
A musical future
starts with a hello.
Considering piano lessons for your child? Get in touch with Mary to discuss their starting point, your goals and lesson availability.
Enquire on Instagram@maryangela582
What should I include in my enquiry?
Your child’s age, any previous piano experience, the area you live in and your preferred lesson times are a helpful start. You can also ask about fees, location and the next step.