Tovy Huson

Award-winning RCM piano teacher 2025 and music educator with 20+ years of performance and teaching experience across Vietnam, California, and Texas. Honors graduate in Piano Performance from HCMC Conservatory of Music and five-time consecutive National Organ Competition champion. Recognized by the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) with a State Award for Piano Teaching Excellence.

Certified by both RCM and the Yamaha Music Education System, with a strong record of guiding students — ages 4 through adult — to measurable success in examinations, competitions, and recitals. Brings a rare combination of elite performance credentials and warm, student-centered pedagogy.

Private Piano & Music Theory Instructor - In-Home Studio - Tomball & Manvel, TX

(2022-01)

• Deliver individualized piano and music theory lessons to students ranging from age 4 to adults
• Prepare students for RCM examinations, competitive auditions, and live recitals
• Organize and host an annual piano recital showcasing student achievement
• Maintain ongoing parent communication regarding progress, schedules, billing, and certification milestones
• Apply positive reinforcement and differentiated instruction to support diverse learning needs

Director & Curriculum Coordinator - OC Cambridge Music School - Irvine, CA

(2019-04 - 2021-12)

• Led daily operations of a multi-instructor music school, overseeing faculty, curriculum, and programming
• Consulted on curriculum design and examination strategies; shared best practices with teaching staff
• Coordinated concert logistics — venue, recordings, rehearsals, and music materials — for teachers and students
• Managed inventory procurement, publisher relations, employee scheduling, and financial records
• Served as first point of contact for parent concerns and staff feedback

Piano Instructor - We Play Music School & Tustin Music Center - Irvine, CA

(2017-01 - 2019-03)

• Taught piano to students ages 4–18, tailoring instruction to individual skill levels and goals
• Maintained accurate student records; provided regular feedback to parents and music director
• Assisted in staff training for student record database management

Piano Instructor - Music Performing Arts School - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

(2010-03 - 2016-12)

• Taught piano to students ages 4–18 in a structured school environment
• Attended RSL / Rockschool Award professional development seminars
• Collaborated with music director and parents; managed and updated student record systems

Yamaha Music Instructor - Yamaha Music School - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

(2004-11 - 2016-02)

• Taught group piano lessons to early learners (ages 4–5) using the Yamaha Music Education System
• Emphasized ear training, solfège development, and ensemble dynamics
• Designed creative, play-based activities including team games, duets, and group exercises

TV Host & Performer — Music Teaching Series - Television Broadcast - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

(2006-05 - 2007-05)

• Co-hosted a televised music education series, preparing scripts and coordinating program content
• Trained participants and managed rehearsal and recording schedules
• Ensured quality of musical source materials and sheet music for broadcast

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) (2026 - 2028)

Associate of Science - Counseling Psychology (AS-T) - Lone Star College – Tomball (2024-01)

Bachelor of Arts - Piano Performance - HCMC Conservatory of Music (1999-09 - 2011-05)

Master Class - Chopin & Bach (ARCT/LRCM Repertoire) - Dr. Adam Aleksander (2014-01 - 2014-02)

Advanced Piano Master Class - Piano - Young Siew Toh Conservatory of Music (2013-04 - 2013-05)

Scholarship Recipient - Electone/Organ Performance & Music Theory - Yamaha Music Education System (2000-06 - 2005-07)