Ms. Lilly-
The Music Key School Founder
"I was born in Chisinau, Moldova (Eastern Europe). I started to have an interest in Piano as soon as my parents bought an upright piano for my older sister. Shortly I began to learn to play Piano at Chisinau Elementary School Iulia Hasdeu in the Music field where I was taught in Russian methods. At the same time, I studied Choir, Music Theory, Solfeggio, Music History, and Choral Conducting. Following my teachers' recommendations I participated in many contests for my school, nationally, and abroad.
After graduating school with a State Music Diploma I continued my musical studies at Chisinau Stefan Neaga Music College, in Piano Performance.
While in Music College I studied the Pedagogy of Music which is where I first began to teach students. I participated in music contests, nationally and abroad and also studied Theatre Arts and Artistic Management at Chisinau Academy of Music, Theatre, and Fine Arts. After obtaining my Bachelor's degree I completed one year towards a Master's degree in Evaluation and Psychological Intervention in the Educational Field, at the University of Bucharest, Romania.
During my musical studies I was excited to share my passion, talent, and musical knowledge and experience with future students of all ages starting as young as 3 years old. I began teaching Private Piano, Voice and general music lessons such as Solfeggio, Music Theory, Music History, Choir, Cameral Ensemble etc.
These wonderful years of studying in Europe and over 20 years of teaching give me confidence, responsibility, and pleasure to share my passion for music with 3 year old children to adults.
In this sense I founded The Music Key School focused on excellence in musical education. As a teacher I have had many students who have excelled in their music career as well as those who have continued studying music with passion as their hobby.
I am simply amazed of how 3 year old and up students are getting challenged with The Music Key School's help, as well as the parent's help with their homework practice, becoming a professional instrumentalist here at The Music Key School. As well young talents starting at The Music Key School at age 3 and very proud teaching & enjoying our time together still presently in 2025 at their age of 10 currently, so proud, and so many other long term students that still enjoy our lessons currently!
Like, the talented actor that I happily prepared him at age 8 to act playing piano for The Orville Show with well known pieces Fur Elise & Chopin Etude Op 10 No 3, and proud that he is still enjoying our lessons currently at age 17. We grow Musically together!
Piano, voice and general music courses are and will always be a vital part of me and to the professional career of any great musician."
-Ms. Lilly, The Music Key School Founder
Ms. Allie
"Music has been a lifelong source of expression and growth for me. I began playing piano at age six, and over the years, it has become a powerful way to navigate emotions and connect with others.
Throughout my early piano career I competed in the Certificate of Merit and completed up to advanced level under the instruction of Mrs. Christina Jones. I discovered my passion for teaching in 2013 at a Girl Scout day camp where I worked with many talented children including ones who were on the spectrum.
From 2015-2017, I developed my skills through leadership and percussion training at Music For All at Ball State University. Where also working with various drum corps groups and learned how to teach percussion at a marching band level.
I continued my music education journey at California State University, San Bernardino and this is where I knew education was my life goal. Under the instruction of Dr. Wen-Ting Huang, I found a new appreciation for piano performance. My final jury featured music written only by women composers and this was part of my junior project where I wanted to spread the knowledge of less common composers.
I also was a featured soloist in some of the concerts that premiered at CSUSB. I was the main mallet player for the CSUSB wind ensemble where I was featured in pieces such as Ride by Samual R. Hazo and City Trees by Michael Markowski. I also was the featured pianist in the 2023 Holiday Gala hosted by the CSUSB symphony orchestra where I played the Christmas Waltz by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
I performed in the Early Music Ensemble for three years under the instruction of Dr. Jessica Getman and Dr. Ester Back where I studied harpsichord performance. Lastly, I performed in the CSUSB Chamber Singers under the instruction of Dr. Leslie Leighton, where I learned how to teach the basics of the voice.
As earning my Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from California State University, San Bernardino, my goal is to continue to spread my love of music to the next generation!"
-Ms. Allie
Mr. Kevin
Mr. Kevin is a pianist composer who has been pursuing piano for 18 years. He currently holds a Bachelors degree in music from University of La Verne. He’s been in his school’s chamber and symphony orchestra as a pianist. He his well versed in music genres such as classical, pop, and rock, and he knows how to transcribe sheet music.
Mr. Kevin follows the philosophy of what suits the students and what they like. He often writes and adjusts the sheet music to the student’s ability.
Mr Kevin found his passion of teaching while pursuing his music degree, when he helped several of his friends with piano practice for class. He hopes to bring the magic of piano playing to more people and help them discover their passion for music.
-Mr. Kevin
Ms. Angel
"I first started to play the piano at the age of five in my hometown of Hong Kong and have since fallen in love with the intricate instrument that can produce so many styles of music. My musical foundation was built through dedicated and rigorous training, culminating in my ABRSM Grade 8 Certificate, passed with Distinction. This comprehensive program covered all periods and styles of music, from Baroque to Contemporary, along with essential music theory concepts. Crucially, the training involved heavy focus on technical proficiency and scale work, ensuring a strong foundation in all aspects of piano performance. After 19 years of playing and learning in Hong Kong, I moved to the United States to start a new chapter, and I'm excited to use music to make a bigger influence here!
I sincerely enjoy teaching kids and sharing my love for music with all ages students, along students on spectrum. There is nothing more satisfying than seeing how music can bring a smile to their face as they discover the amazing abilities they have within them!"
-Ms. Angel