Teacher Profile: Anna Zhu
About Anna Zhu
Anna Zhu is a passionate pianist who has dedicated 17 years to her love for classical music. Her journey with the piano began as a deep curiosity and grew into a lifelong commitment, driven by a profound love for the art form. She feels an unmatched sense of achievement when she masters a new piece and has the chance to perform it for her family and loved ones, finding joy in every note and nuance. Her love for music extends beyond just playing; she constantly seeks to explore the beauty of melodies and uncover the inner thoughts of composers, believing that each piece is a unique window into the human soul.
Anna's dedication to her craft has been recognized through multiple regional competition wins and a memorable experience competing internationally in Vienna, Austria, this summer. These achievements reflect not just her technical skills but also her deep emotional connection to music. Teaching piano became a natural extension of her passion when she began offering lessons during her college years. To her, teaching is not merely about guiding students to play notes correctly—it is about building meaningful connections, fostering creativity, and navigating the challenges of learning difficult pieces together.
Her love for children and their families is a driving force in her teaching. She cherishes the moments spent setting shared goals and working hand-in-hand with her students to achieve them. The joy she feels when a child successfully performs a piece goes beyond the music itself; it is about imparting values, inspiring confidence, and nurturing a love for learning. For Anna, music is a universal language that brings people together, and she is deeply committed to using her skills to help others discover their own voices and express themselves.
Through her journey as a performer, competitor, and teacher, Anna continues to find new ways to share her passion for music. She sees each lesson, each performance, and each challenge as an opportunity to grow, learn, and inspire others to find the same joy she has discovered in the world of music.
Anna completed her Bachelor of Science in Communication at Boston University, and soon after that, she continued to pursue her Master of Art in Communication and Public Relations, she is wonderful with storytelling and explaining difficult concepts in simple and interesting terms.