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About ​​Menchie

# Piano Teacher  # Collaborative Pianist  # Classical Pianist  # Edinburgh  # Livingston

Please note that Monday lessons in Livingston will be taught by Menchie. She also offers lessons in Edinburgh on other days, which take place in Tollcross.

Menchie is a pianist, teacher, and PhD candidate at the Reid School of Music, University of Edinburgh. She holds a Licentiate of Trinity College London (LTCL) in Piano Recital, a Bachelor’s degree in Music, and a Master’s degree in Education. With over 16 years of teaching experience, she has helped students achieve distinctions in piano performance and music theory, earn performance diplomas, and even go on to study music at university. Alongside individual lessons, she also leads music playgroups, provides aural training, and enjoys performing as an accompanist for instrumentalists and singers.

Above all, Menchie is passionate about creating a joyful and meaningful learning experience. She teaches in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, and strives to support each student’s confidence and musical growth at every stage of their journey. Her current doctoral research explores how music can nurture emotional well-being in everyday life, reflecting her belief that music is not only about skill, but also about expression, enjoyment, and connection. Menchie is DBS Enhanced (England) and PVG (Scotland) checked, approved to work with children and protected adults.

This is Menchie

Education

  • PhD Candidate (Music), The University of Edinburgh

  • MEd, The Education University of Hong Kong 

  • BA in Music, Hong Kong Baptist University

  • LTCL in Piano

Language

English, Cantonese & Mandarin

Other Qualifications

DBS enhanced & PVG checked

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Contact

​Tel: +44 7526 775026
Email: courtney.lotyy@gmail.com

Opening Hour

Mon-Fri - 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sat -  10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Sun - Closed

Location

1. Eucal Business Centre, Livingston EH54
2. Tollcross, Edinburgh EH3

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