About the Founder: Ms. Sijia Li
Qualifications & Achievements
- Dual Master of Arts:
- Cultural Mediation (Focus: Cultural Diversity in Musical Education) – University of Hildesheim, Center for World Music (Germany).
- Guzheng Performance – Xinghai Conservatory of Music (China).
- Bachelor of Music & Professional Diploma – Sichuan Conservatory of Music (SCCM), China.
- Professional Grade 10 in Piano – Attained during her elite training at the SCCM Affiliated High School.
- 15+ Years of International Pedagogy – Professional teaching experience across China, Germany, and Singapore.
- Invited Jury Member – GIYAF International Youth Arts Festival (Singapore Finals).
- Former Cultural Faculty – Confucius Institute in Hannover & China Cultural Center in Berlin.
- Founding Director – Jasmine Guzheng Ensemble.
- Specialist Coach for DSA & Competitions:
- Proven Track Record: Numerous successful DSA-Sec placements into Singapore’s top-tier secondary schools.
- Competition Success: Awarded “Outstanding Instructor” at the 2026 Golden Lion Awards (Gold Award Winner).
- Excellence in Exams: Maintains a 100% pass rate for international grade examinations (NAFA / CCOM / ABRSM).
The Journey of Ms. Sijia Li
Guzheng virtuoso and cross-cultural educator Sijia Li believes that music is a lifelong conversation. Her own journey began at the age of 6, marking the start of a path that now spans over 30 years of profound artistic immersion.
Sijia’s foundation was built in the elite halls of the Sichuan Conservatory of Music, where she was admitted to the Affiliated High School as a young talent. This period of intensive training was not just about the Guzheng; it was here that she also achieved Grade 10 in Piano, developing a versatile musical ear and a deep appreciation for the synergy between Eastern and Western classical traditions.
Her pursuit of excellence led her to the Xinghai Conservatory of Music for her first Master’s degree in Guzheng Performance, and later to Germany, where she earned a second Master’s degree at the University of Hildesheim. This unique academic blend—combining top-tier performance skills with international research into cultural diversity—allows her to teach music with a truly global perspective.
Drawing on her experience teaching and sharing the art of Guzheng in Hannover and Berlin, Sijia brings a unique international perspective to Singapore. As the founder of Jasmine Guzheng Studio, she is dedicated to nurturing the next generation. Her students are recognized not only for their technical brilliance — regularly winning Gold Awards and securing DSA placements into premier schools — but for their genuine, soulful connection to the art.
Philosophy: The Art of Sincerity & Stillness
For Sijia, teaching is about more than just mastering notes; it is about cultivating Sincerity and Equanimity. She believes that true musical expression flows from an “inner stillness”—a centered peace that remains unshaken by the outside world.
She guides her students to discover their “Relaxed Energy”—a harmonious state of physical and mental alignment. By focusing on inner resonance rather than mechanical practice, Sijia helps each student find their own authentic voice, grounded in confidence and quiet strength.
Offerings & Languages
Core Specializations:
Professional Guzheng (Solo Performance & Ensemble)
DSA & Competition Coaching (Proven Track Record)
Fundamental Piano (Children & Adults)
Music Theory (Grades 1–8 & Fast Track)
Sight Reading & Aural Training
Languages: English · Mandarin · German