2024 Fanya Lin Master Class | 德布西音樂藝術中心

Fanya Lin Masterclass

Pianist ：Fanya Lin

Debussy Music and Arts Centre once again invites Fanya Lin, a pianist based in the United States, to bring a series of exciting performances and activities based on her years of performance and teaching experience.

The theme of this workshop is "Preparing for a Performance from Scratch." From receiving a new piece to finally stepping onto the stage, how should one prepare during this period? Fanya Lin will address the preparation of the piece and the various matters before the performance, sharing strategies for coping with pressure and nerves, making the experience of performing on stage less daunting.

At the same time, we will also hold a masterclass, where Fanya Lin will personally guide students, analyze performance issues, and provide suggestions. During last year's masterclass with Fanya Lin, in addition to technical guidance, she offered many musical insights, using rich imagery to inspire students' imagination. All participating students greatly benefited from the experience.

In this masterclass, we are also launching the "Young Talent Scholarship Program—Fanya Lin Masterclass Scholarship Selection," which is open to all ages and fields of study. We welcome outstanding music students from all backgrounds to actively participate in the selection process.

♫ Registration Information

✻ Fanya Lin Masterclass + Workshop
│ Date: June 16, 2024 (Sunday)
│ Location: Debussy Music Art Center (No. 16, Lane 23, Ruian Street, Daan District, Taipei City)
│ Time: 14:00-16:30 Masterclass, 16:30-18:00 Workshop

✻ Ticket Prices

│ June 16 (Sunday) Masterclass Participant (receiving on-site guidance) + Workshop: $5,000

Includes: On-site guidance from Fanya Lin , an afternoon tea discussion session, and 1 ticket to the "War and Peace - Fanya Lin Piano Recital" on June 15.

│ June 16 (Sunday) Masterclass Auditing + Workshop

Regular Price: $580, Early Bird Discount: $510 (until May 30, 2024)

│ Package Contents:

1 ticket to the Lin Fanya Piano Recital on June 15 (Saturday)
June 16 (Sunday) Masterclass Auditing and Workshop

Regular Price: $865, Early Bird Discount: $760

✻ Ticket Purchase Deadline: June 14, 2024, by 24:00.(Spots are limited, please register early.)

✻ For Masterclass Participants (receiving on-site guidance): Spots are limited, please register early. Fill out the registration form first, and after receiving the confirmation email, proceed to pay the registration fee.

Ticket Purchase Deadline: June 14, 2024, by 24:00.

✻ For Masterclass Auditing + Workshop Participants: Spots are limited, please register early.

Ticket Purchase Deadline: June 14, 2024, by 24:00.

♫ Young Talent Scholarship Program - Lin Fanya Masterclass Scholarship Selection
Debussy Music and Arts Centre will open the selection for 1 full scholarship for the registration fee. The guidance fee for the selected participant will be fully covered by Debussy Music and Arts Centre.

Selection Criteria: No restrictions.
Selection Method: Submit a performance video, and the Debussy team will choose 1 participant.
Selection Rules: Participants applying for the masterclass scholarship must upload their performance video to YouTube by 12:00 PM on June 8, 2024 (Saturday), and include the video link in the registration form. The Debussy team will personally review and select 1 participant to sponsor the full cost of the Lin Fanya Masterclass.
Video Format: Please use the title "2024/06/16 Lin Fanya Masterclass Scholarship Program_(Piece Title)_(Participant Name)" for the YouTube video, and the description must include "Name" and "Piece Performed."
Performance Video Content: Length and repertoire are not limited.

✻ The cost for "Masterclass Participants" includes: On-site guidance from Fanya Lin, an afternoon tea discussion session, and 1 ticket to the "War and Peace - Fanya Lin Piano Recital" on June 15.

♫ Masterclass Course Description
This masterclass will be taught by Dr. Lin Fanya. Each participant will receive 40 minutes of guidance, and the duration of the performance piece will be determined by the instructor.

♫ Students' Preparation Piece:

Quantity: 1 piece
Range: No restriction
Sections: No restrictions

♫ Registration Notes

If any of the two selected participants is unable to attend the masterclass, the alternate participant will be admitted in order
This masterclass will be recorded by the organizing body, the Debussy Music Art Center, for public playback purposes. Participants who do not agree to this will be considered to have forfeited their chance to receive guidance.
The masterclass will not allow any form of recording by audience members. Those who violate this regulation will bear legal responsibility.
The Debussy Music Art Center reserves the right to make changes to this event and has the final interpretation rights.
No refunds will be issued after registration. If participants need to cancel their attendance at the masterclass, the center will provide an "Online Replay - Dual Edit Version" as an alternative.
In the event of natural disasters or infectious disease outbreaks, the safety of participants and staff will be prioritized. The event may be postponed or canceled according to current laws or regulations, and refund procedures will be initiated.
The Debussy Music Art Center reserves the right to make changes to this event and has the final interpretation rights.

♫ Workshop Course Description
This workshop will be taught by Dr. Lin Fanya and will explore the four steps to preparing for a concert.

(1) What to pay attention to when learning a new piece?

Background Research: Investigate information related to the piece and the composer.
Score Reading: Analyze the structure and form of the music.
Fundamentals: Recognizing notes and fingerings.

(2) How to memorize the score, and when to start memorizing?

(3) How to arrange practice speed?

As a Translating Musician: How to interpret the markings on the score.
How to grasp the meaning the composer wishes to convey.
How to transform the musical textures and markings into a captivating story.
How to incorporate your own emotions, feelings, and spirituality.

(4) How to practice for performances? What routines should be established before going on stage?

(5) Q&A Session

♫ Target Audience

No age restrictions
Those interested in piano
Individuals currently on their musical learning journey

＊The organizing body reserves the right to change the program content.

MUSICIAN

Pianist ：Fanya Lin

Described as a “striking interpreter” who gives a “committed and heartfelt performance” by Musical America and The New York Times, Steinway Artist Fanya Lin has entranced audiences worldwide with her charismatic and fiery performances. Lin’s “mesmerizing performance” of Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini in UK was depicted as “a tornado had touched down through her body and lifted her, feathers fluttering, from the piano stool as she weighed into the keys.” Her orchestral appearances include the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Utah Symphony, Savannah Philharmonic, The Jackson Symphony, among others. Her concerto album Rhapsodic featuring Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini with Maestro Theodore Kuchar and the Lublin Philharmonic was released by Navona Records in 2023, and selected as Textura’s "Top 20 Classical (Instrumental: Quartet/Ensemble/Orchestra)" for 2024.

An avid soloist, Fanya promotes classical music to the public by creating innovative concert programs and engages her audience by presenting interactive performances. Her solo recitals have been featured in numerous prestigious concert series, including the Schubert Club Musicians on the Rise, the Stecher and Horowitz Young Artist Series, and The Steinway Society of Western Pennsylvania. Her albums have been released by IsoMike, Summit Records, Soundset Recordings, and PARMA recordings.

As a philanthropist, Fanya has collaborated with various non-profit organizations to create access for education and promote mental health awareness through fundraising galas and salon concerts. Inspired by her mentors Dr. Yu-Jane Yang, Professor Hung-Kuan Chen, and Professor Lydia Artymiw for their dedication in education, Dr. Fanya Lin is currently serving as the Associate Professor of Practice in Piano at the University of Arizona, where she teaches applied piano lessons, chamber music, piano literature, and the Yoga for Musicians course.

Visit www.fanyalin.com for more information.

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