With the introduction of the classical voice and classical guitar majors, Tianjin Juilliard Pre-College strengthens its commitment to offer comprehensive and collaborative music programs that are unique in China. Beyond providing outstanding technical and artistic training to talented Pre-College musicians, the programs are designed to immerse the students in an enriching and supportive environment to help them blossom into exceptional young artists. Tianjin Juilliard welcomes mezzo-soprano Yinpei Han and classical guitarist Junhong Kuang as newly appointed Pre-College faculty for the voice and guitar programs.
Mezzo-soprano Yinpei Han and classical guitarist Junhong Kuang are extraordinary artist-teachers who represent the best of a combined Chinese and Western education and they are committed to providing the next generation with the training and mentorship needed for long-term success.
Robert Ross, associate dean of Pre-College and Educational Development
Yinpei Han
CLASSICAL VOICE PROGRAM
The Pre-College voice program provides a solid foundation in technique, artistic expression, and interpretation with a focus on healthy singing, and prepares young singers for advanced study, should they choose to pursue vocal arts at a collegiate level. The comprehensive curriculum is designed to nurture young singers into true vocal artists, and includes a voice lesson with Yinpei Han; a 30-minute coaching with a vocal coach to hone style and diction; a diction class; and a vocal performance class. Diction class covers the fundamentals of lyric diction, starting with the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The vocal performance class covers a variety of topics relevant to a singer’s development, such as body movement, acting, and the history of opera and singing. It also serves as a studio class where students can sing for each other and in small ensembles. Singers have many performance opportunities and master classes with guest artists and teachers from Juilliard in New York and Tianjin Juilliard. In addition, voice majors take classes in ear training, music theory, English for Musical Purposes, and participate in the Pre-College Chorus, all of which are part of the core curriculum for all Pre-College students.
CLASSICAL GUITAR PROGRAM
Classical guitar majors at Tianjin Juilliard Pre-College experience a full day of music courses designed to refine their technical playing, develop their collaborative music making skills, and shape their unique musical voice. The guitar curriculum includes a 60-minute lesson with Junhong Kuang, whose comprehensive pedagogical approach incorporates an exploration of guitar history and literature; guitar studio class where students perform for each other; participation in guitar ensemble focusing on arrangements for 4 or more players; and a chamber music group where they partner with other instruments or singers.In addition, guitar majors take classes in ear training, music theory, English for Musical Purposes, and participate in the Pre-College Chorus, all of which are part of the core curriculum for all Pre-College students. Guitarists are provided with abundant performance opportunities alongside other Pre-College students.
The application for the classical voice and classical guitar programs is expected to open at the end of April and the application procedure will include a pre-screening and a live audition. More detailed information including the application requirements and timeline will be provided. Please fill out the inquiry form to receive more information, including the notification upon the application opening. Questions regarding the programs can be directed to the Office of Admissions by email: Admissions.PC@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn.
