Yana was born in the Ukraine near Kiev and started playing piano at the age of six. Yana studied with the great teacher who was also associated world famous Russian pianist Sviatoslav Richter, who was also born in the same city. Yana continued her studies and now holds a Bachelor in Music. After immigrating to Canada, Yana became very involved in Vancouver’s music community as an educator, piano performer and singer. Yana has a vast knowledge of the construction of pianos, and has worked as a piano consultant for more than a decade. Yana has a passion for fine quality instruments, and loves to share her expertise with anyone looking for more information related to the study of music and the search for a good piano. Yana regularly conducts workshops and seminars related to the study of music and choosing the right piano.

Hedy was born in Hong Kong & raised in New York. In early 90’s , Hedy moved to Vancouver with her family. She started to learn piano at the age of three. After she moved to New York, she took lessons with Dr. Peter Vinograde at Manhattan School of Music. She has been teaching piano for more than 35 years in New York, San Francisco, Hong Kong & Vancouver. Her students age range are among 3 to 85. Not only playing piano, Hedy also knows cello too. She has been working as a DJ host at radio stations in both San Francisco & Vancouver. And now besides teaching piano, she also work as a film producer for independent movies. She loves to listen to everyone’s story and assists all of them to find a suitable piano to bring home!

Elliott began his journey with pianos at 9 years old in Malaysia. Captivated by not only the music but also the design of the instrument itself, Elliott spent hours tinkering with pianos, taking them apart to explore their inner workings. This early curiosity evolved into a deep technical expertise, making Elliott not only an experienced consultant but also a true connoisseur of piano craftsmanship.

Although Elliott studied commerce, his passion for pianos has always been his driving force. He aspires to one day design and build his own instruments, exploring different sounds with artistic expression.

As Store Manager at Showcase Pianos Aberdeen, Elliott brings a wealth of experience and insight to his role. His goal is not just to match instruments to players- he helps people connect to a sound that speaks to them personally.

Distinguished Pianist | Seasoned Music Educator | Accomplished Entrepreneur

Martin Wu is a distinguished pianist and seasoned music educator with dual bachelor’s degrees in piano and economics. He trained under the esteemed Professor Olga Beltiukova, Associate Professor and Head of the Piano Faculty at the Belarusian State Academy of Music. He has also received guidance from acclaimed pianists such as Dr. David Fung, Professor of Piano at both the Manhattan School of Music and the University of British Columbia School of Music (where he serves as Associate Director of Graduate Studies), as well as Martín García García, third prize winner at the 18th International Chopin Piano Competition and first prize laureate at the Cleveland International Piano Competition. Additionally, he studied pop music with David Osborne, celebrated as the “Pianist to the Presidents”.

With over 20 years of rich experience in music education for both children and adults, Martin is known for his innovative approach in overcoming academic challenges, including aversion to learning and addressing family conflicts arising from educational pressures. His outgoing personality and passion for music enable him to bring a unique perspective to unlocking children’s potential, nurturing their love for music, and offering invaluable guidance for future planning.

In addition to his accomplishments as a pianist, Martin has traveled to nearly 200 cities across 25 countries, bringing a global perspective to his work. As a successful entrepreneur, his achievements have been featured by prominent media outlets, including China Central Television (CCTV), People’s Daily, Xinhua News, Tencent, Sohu, Sina, Dahe Daily, Phoenix TV, etc.