Information About Kei Lok - Greenwich teacher -

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Personal Description:

Hailing from Hong Kong, award-winning flautist Sirius holds the esteemed title of City Music Foundation Artist and is the recipient of Making Music’s Philip and Dorothy Green Award. Previously acknowledged by prestigious institutions, including the Tillett Trust, Talent Unlimited, Manchester Mid-day Concerts Society, and Musicus Society in Hong Kong, Sirius' accolades include the Tagore Gold Medal presented by King Charles III and the Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Scholarship.

Sirius has held solo recitals at prestigious venues across the UK including the Wigmore Hall, Bridgewater Hall and St Martin-in-the-Fields. Recent orchestral engagements include playing Principal Flute with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, English Touring Opera and Principal Piccolo with the Glyndebourne Tour Orchestra. He is a regular performer with renowned orchestras, including the English National Opera Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and London Sinfonietta.

In addition to his orchestral roles, Sirius recently took on the role of Flute Teacher at Junior Trinity Conservatoire of Music and Dance. A decorated prizewinner in international and national competitions, Sirius has claimed top honours in competitions including the Royal Over-Seas League Competition, Eugene Magalif’s Flute Concerto International Competition (USA), Eastbourne Symphony Orchestra Young Soloist Competition, and the Royal College of Music Solo Woodwind Competition.

Among his diverse achievements, Sirius was awarded the Alain-Marion Scholarship at the Domaine Forget International Music Academy (Canada), studied under Emmanuel Pahud and Mathieu Dufour, and secured the Best Performance Award at the Hamamatsu International Wind Instrument Academy and Festival (Japan). Additionally, he received scholarships for training at the National Arts Centre (Canada), Orford Music Academy (Canada), Taipei Music Academy Festival (Taiwan), and the Alion Baltic International Music Festival (Estonia).

As a rising soloist and orchestral player in both the U.K. and Asia, Sirius is a sought-after artist at music festivals across Europe, including the Sound Unbound at Barbican Centre, Buxton International Festival, King’s Lynn Festival, Lichfield Festival, and Lake District Summer Music. His repertoire extends to world premieres, including Ray Leung’s alto-flute concerto 'Waiting,' performed with orchestras as a soloist, including the London Concertante, Eastbourne Symphony Orchestra, National Youth String Orchestra, and Westbourne Orchestra.

Sirius's musical journey began under the guidance of Matthew Wu, founder of the Hong Kong Flute Academy. Furthering his studies at the Royal College of Music in London, he earned an Artist Diploma in Performance and a Master of Music (Distinction) under the mentorship of Katie Bedford, Emer McDonough, Sue Thomas, Rachel Brown, and Kathleen Stevenson.

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Tutoring Experience:

I am proud to be a flute teacher at Junior Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, where I work with students aged 8 to 17. With over 10 years of private teaching experience in London, I have taught a diverse range of students, from complete beginners to advanced players. My youngest student started at just 4 years old, while my most mature student was 52.

In addition to individual coaching, I am experienced in group teaching, having worked with small groups of 3 to larger classes of up to 10 students. I have also taught instrumental music in various high schools, helping students of all levels to develop their skills and passion for music.

Many of my students have achieved outstanding success. Recent accomplishments include distinctions in prestigious LRSM and DipABRSM diplomas, acceptance into renowned music conservatoires for Bachelor’s degrees, and selection for prestigious programmes such as the Glyndebourne Uprising and the Benedetti Foundation Young Ambassador scheme. Several students have also excelled in ABRSM and TCL graded exams, with many receiving distinctions. I have been privileged to coach students for special music events, including school concerts and Christmas performances, further contributing to their musical journeys.

Tutoring Approach:

I believe in achieving a perfect balance between building strong technical foundations and exploring engaging repertoire. This approach ensures my students develop not only excellent technique but also a deep sense of musicality and expression.

In my lessons, I place great emphasis on musical theory and aural skills, offering a well-rounded music education. Each lesson is tailored to meet the unique needs of my students, focusing on strengthening weaknesses, enhancing strengths, and unlocking their full potential.

Whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced player, I am committed to helping you achieve your musical ambitions in a supportive and inspiring environment.