These are some some of the kind words left by my present and past students. I hope that it encourages you and your child. Learning the violin is more than just playing it well. Ultimately, its about picking up the priceless and lifelong disciplines and attitudes associated with it.

I have known Elaine Khong for 3 years. She has been my 9-year old children’s violin instructor which my twins started on at 6 years old. Elaine has brought them both through the ABRSM syllabus with a great deal of competency and professionalism. My children achieved their ABRSM Grade 2 award last year, and she is currently preparing them for their ABRSM Music Theory exam later this year, as well as working towards the Grade 4 practical exam next year. Under her diligent instruction, my children have grown increasingly confident in their ability to play the violin. She has actively worked on cultivating in them the joy of playing the instrument beyond just passing exams. My children have also been accepted into their school’s String Ensemble, and are able to hold their own playing with older students at higher competency levels than them. Elaine has been very supportive of their String Ensemble activities, often taking time to go through their Ensemble music scores with them. She has also organized public performance opportunities for my children, such as her annual student’s concert. I would highly recommend Elaine for the music teaching course she has applied for. She has proven to be an extremely dedicated and caring teacher to my children.

Karen, Mother of Sheau Kai & Sheau Min

My daughter Chloe has started learning from Elaine from age of 6. At 13 now, she is preparing for her Grade 8 exam. Elaine will always have a long term learning plan for her student. She will discuss Chloe’s progress with us and determine the best approach to help her develop. My younger son Colin, being bubbly and active, tends to lose focus easily. Knowing the problem, she made the effort to organise group lessons to inject some fun to the learning. When Colin is experiencing some learning challenges for example, screeching sounds when playing, she will identify the cause of problem and come up with routines to help him overcome the challenges. Elaine will organise concerts annually to give them the opportunity to perform on stage, this has greatly helped the kids in building up their confidence. It is fortunate to have Elaine as their teacher. I appreciate her patience and guidance for my children.

Mr. Toh, Father of Chloe and Colin

“Ms Elaine is a kind and fun teacher. Before I met her, I don’t know how to play the violin. Now I can play many songs, and she let me choose the songs I like to play. She not only teaches me classical songs, but pop songs too!”

Rayden Koh

“Thank you to Teacher Elaine for your patience and guidance all these years. My interest in music & playing the Violin is alive and I will continue to pursue my music passion, thank you very much for being my teacher!”

Mizuki Nakazawa

“My daughter Helene started violin lessons with Elaine 1.5 years ago and she has made tremendous progress in her technique and musicality. Elaine is a very patient and enthusiastic teacher who inspires a passion for music in her students. Under her tutelage, Helene successfully passed her first exam in violin (grade 3) and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. She also gained a lot of confidence in playing the violin thanks to Elaine’s support and encouragement. We truly appreciate your efforts and dedication to teaching!”

Mother of Helene Luyun Zhang Le Gentil

“Under her diligent instruction, my children have grown increasingly confident in their ability to play the violin. She has actively worked on cultivating in them the joy of playing the instrument beyond just passing exams. My children have also been accepted into their school's String Ensemble, and are able to hold their own playing with older students at higher competency levels than them. Elaine has been very supportive of their String Ensemble activities, often taking time to go through their Ensemble music scores with them. She has also organized public performance opportunities for my children, such as her annual student's concert. I would highly recommend Elaine as a violin teacher. She has proven to be an extremely dedicated and caring teacher to my children.”

Karen, Mother of Toh Sheau Min and Toh Sheau Kai

“Ms Elaine is a knowledgeable teacher who imparts good techniques. She is extremely professional, responsive and clear in her communication style. I am enjoying every lesson as my journey in this musical adventure embarks. I would certainly recommend Ms Elaine to anyone starting with or advancing in violin.”

Sripriyaa

“Teacher Elaine always gives advice and a listening ear. She let me choose what song I want to learn and encourages me to do better. She makes it easy for me to understand how to play a song. Teacher Elaine is a very good and absolutely amazing teacher!”

Ayanna Tan Lua

“Ms Elaine has helped me understand the beauty of music, as well as allowing me to learn quickly. Her teaching has helped me understand my mistakes easily and she will not hesitate to help make playing the violin more enjoyable and fun.”

Isabelle Tan

“Ms Elaine has helped me think and understand deeper about the world of music. Her teaching not only includes of classical music, but also includes of different songs such as pop songs, not only that, she allows me to play songs that I like or want to learn. She helps me grasp the tune and rhythm of the song and understand the song deeper. Her teaching helps me to relieve my stress and feelings when I play the violin as it consists of different music.”

Madeleine Tan

“I've been learning to play the violin from Elaine for more than a year now. She's been a very patient instructor, where she teaches students by adopting to their style, rather than imposing hers on her students. She's always eager to answer our questions, and very positive with her words. I really appreciate her emphasis on the right techniques with respect to learning the instrument. Instead of teaching easy tricks that can help with short term progress, she always emphasises on teaching her students the important techniques that can help them in the long run. When I started out with her, I had no experience in playing any musical instrument, but now after a year or so, I'm very happy with my progress under her guidance. Overall I would highly recommend Elaine to anyone interested in learning to play the violin.”

Soundarya, PhD student, NUS

“My daughter Chloe has started learning from Elaine from age of 6. At 13 now, she is preparing for her Grade 8 exam. Elaine will always have a long term learning plan for her student. She will discuss Chloe's progress with us and determine the best approach to help her develop. My younger son Colin, being bubbly and active, tends to lose focus easily. Knowing the problem, she made the effort to organise group lessons to inject some fun to the learning. When Colin is experiencing some learning challenges for example, screeching sounds when playing, she will identify the cause of the problem and come up with routines to help him overcome the challenges. Elaine will organise concerts annually to give them the opportunity to perform on stage, this has greatly helped the kids in building up their confidence. It is fortunate to have Elaine as their teacher. I appreciate her patience and guidance for my children.”

Mr Toh, Father of Chloe and Colin Toh

Some Kind Words From My Students (and Parents...)

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