AKINA KONDOH
Pianist and Piano Teacher
Tokyo
Summary
Hardworking Pianist/Piano Teacher with solid knowledge of classical, contemporary and pop repertory and music theory. Delivers educational performances with skill and dedication. Successful learning new musical pieces quickly. Effective and well-planned teaching to maximize musical progress in students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Languages
Work History
Concert and Cocktail Pianists /Private Piano Teacher
Contract Bases
01.2023 - Current
- Performed more than 10 times for contracted or self-organized recitals
- Plays regularly at music bars around Tokyo.
- Studied scores within limited timeframes to learn music and develop suitable interpretations.
- Broadened new repertory including pops and jazz to cater to varied audience's taste for each occasion.
- Learned how to play from pop chords
- Give online piano lessons based on own methods
Official Accompanist
GASCA International Music Competition
08.2023 - Current
- Supported contestants by adjusting accompaniment style and tempo to complement their individual needs and talents within few days.
- Handled requests for specific musical selections.
Piano and Music Theory Faculty
Community Music Program at West Virginia University
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Taught piano and music theory to students ranging from teens to adults of various levels
- Monitored student progress systematically through shared folders and set attainable goals for students recitals or exams (RSM theory grade 8).
- Ensured clear communication with students and parents regarding tasks for the week, goals, expectations, and progress updates throughout the tutoring process.
Music Intern
Suncrest United Methodist Church
09.2018 - 12.2022
- Enhanced live performance quality through expertise in piano accompaniment
- Selected and arranged music for occasional performances for Sunday services and special events.
- Helped the music director with organizing music scores, subbing for the bell choir, and leading part practices.
- Learned how to keep attention to the conductor while playing.
Collaborative Pianist
Freelance
09.2017 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with a range of musicians, including singers, strings, woodwinds, and brass for their lessons, masterclasses and recitals.
- Acquired a decent amount of knowledge and familiarity with mostly classical repertory
- Facilitated effective communication with different musicians and their teachers, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Piano Teachers
Freelance
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Arranged lessons to accommodate each student, most of whom are college students and adults, unique goals and interests.
- Selected music from various genres for use as teaching pieces.
- Communicated effectively both in English and Chinese with students to instruct what to practice at home and to track progress.
Fixed Term Staff
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Researched and analyzed political and economic situations in the USA
Summer Financial Research Internship
Stockstar.com (证券之星)
06.2011 - 09.2011
- Watched and analyzed Chinese stock market data in Chinese.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making in Chinese.
Transfer Pricing Associate
Deloitte Tohmatsu Tax Co.
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Compiled and analyzed data collected from clients and public database, and prepared draft reports under the supervision of managers
- Created an excel sheet which automatically calculate the impact of transfer pricing taxation
Education
DMA in piano performance - Music
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV 08.2017 - 12.2022
MMus in performance (piano performance) - Music
Penn State University
State College, PA 01.2015 - 12.2016
MSc in Economics (with merit) -
The University of Essex
Colchester, The UK 10.2011 - 05.2012
Diploma in Economics (with distinction) -
The University of Essex
Colchester, The UK 10.2010 - 06.2011
MA in International Cooperation -
The University of Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan 04.2005 - 05.2007
BA in Law (political science) -
The University of Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan 04.2001 - 03.2005
Skills
Research Skills
Accomplishments
- June 2021: The 1st Nozomi Yamaguchi Scholarship, Taubman Piano Festival 2021 in NJ
- February 2020: The 2nd prize in American Fine Arts Festival International Concerto Competition
- September 2019: Valerie Canady Scholarship for College of Creative Arts students, WVU
- 2018- 2019: Outstanding Continuing Doctoral Students Fellowship, WVU
- April 2018: The 3rd prize in Pittsburgh International Piano Competition
Notable Performances And Achievements
- April 2024: Appeared as a soloist for Candlelight Concert, Yokohama, Japan
- May 2023: A lecture recital “Music Inspired by Japanese Paintings” and a presentation “Promoting East Asian Music for Piano Study in the United States”, Asian Classical Music Initiative International Conference at Rutgers University
- October 2022: Performed in “The Piano and the Asian Influence”, LIVES OF THE PIANO series, Dr. Lisa Yui, Manhattan School of Music, NYC
- July 2022: Guest Artist Recital, WV Governor’s School for Arts, Ryan Phipps, cellist, Huntington, WV
- November 2019: Solo recital, Chatham University, Pittsburgh
- September 2019: Pittsburgh Concert Society joint recital accompaniment, Agatha Holland (soprano), Pittsburgh
- August 2019: Gijon International Piano Festival, Spain
- July 2019: Winners Concert, Weil Hall at Carnegie Hall, NYC
- July 2019: International Keyboard Institutes and Festival, NYC
- January 2019: Ian Hobson International Piano Festival, Puerto Rico
- July 2018: Joint solo recital, Naoki Kaiga (amateur pianist), Tokyo
- July 2018: Interharmony Session I, Aqui Terme, Italy
- August 2016: Summit Music Festival, Purchase, NY
- September 2014: Arosa Music Academy, Arosa, Switzerland
Pronouns
She/her/her
Personal Information
Nationality: Japan
Timeline
Official Accompanist
GASCA International Music Competition
08.2023 - Current
Concert and Cocktail Pianists /Private Piano Teacher
Contract Bases
01.2023 - Current
Piano and Music Theory Faculty
Community Music Program at West Virginia University
01.2021 - 01.2023
Music Intern
Suncrest United Methodist Church
09.2018 - 12.2022
Collaborative Pianist
Freelance
09.2017 - 12.2022
DMA in piano performance - Music
West Virginia University
08.2017 - 12.2022
MMus in performance (piano performance) - Music
Penn State University
01.2015 - 12.2016
Piano Teachers
Freelance
01.2015 - 06.2016
Fixed Term Staff
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan
01.2012 - 01.2013
MSc in Economics (with merit) -
The University of Essex
10.2011 - 05.2012
Summer Financial Research Internship
Stockstar.com (证券之星)
06.2011 - 09.2011
Diploma in Economics (with distinction) -
The University of Essex
10.2010 - 06.2011
Transfer Pricing Associate
Deloitte Tohmatsu Tax Co.
01.2007 - 01.2010
MA in International Cooperation -
The University of Tokyo
04.2005 - 05.2007
BA in Law (political science) -
The University of Tokyo
04.2001 - 03.2005
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