Inside Out Piano Faculty
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Xu Khuc, Doctor of Musical Arts
Born in Paris and grew up in Orange County, Dr. Xu Khuc began piano at age five. Her mom, Khuc Lan, is a celebrated Vietnamese lyricist and song writer.
Dr. Khuc earned her Bachelor and Master of Arts degrees in Piano Pedagogy from California State University, Fullerton and Dr. Khuc has earned a Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Pedagogy from the University of South Carolina.
A nationally recognized pedagogue, Dr. Khuc has presented at Music Teachers National Association National Conference and South Carolina Music Teachers' Association and adjudicated for the Music Teachers' Association of California.
Dr. Khuc currently resides in Orange County, offering lessons in Irvine, Newport Beach, and surrounding areas.
PIANO FACULTY
Daria Muzanova
NOW SERVING BREA, PLACENTIA, YORBA LINDA, ANAHEIM HILLS, VILLA PARK, LA HABRA, FULLERTON, AND NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Daria Muzanova began studying piano at the age of six in her hometown in Russia, where she attended music school and actively participated in performances and competitions. In 2013, she was award Third Prize at the international piano festival The Muse in Santorini, Greece.
After moving to the United States, Ms. Muzanova earned Honors in Level 10 of the Certificate of Merit program and has continued to distinguish herself in numerous competitions and festivals. Her awards include First Place in the MTAC Southern California Junior Bach Festival, Second Place in the MTAC Sonata Competition, and Third Place in the 2023 Music Associates Student Concerto/Aria Competition at California State University, Fullerton.
Ms. Muzanova has studied with Dr. Steven Gray and Dr. Andrew Park. She began her undergraduate studies with Professor Ning An at California State University, Fullerton, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance, and currently continues her studies for her Master of Music degree in Piano Performance under the guidance of Dr. Myong- Joo Lee.
PIANO FACULTY
Audrey Jiang
NOW SERVING YORBA LINDA AND NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Ms. Audrey Jiang started her piano studies at age five. Later on, she studied at the Central Conservatory of Music in China. Ms. Jiang has graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from California State University of Fullerton and is passionate about continuing her growth as a musician and educator.
Ms. Jiang specializes in piano performance, sight-reading, technique, and music theory. She cares about her students, not only making sure they follow her instruction and understand the lesson material, but also to help students improve in every musical way.
PIANO TEACHER
Pingwen Lin
NOW SERVING TUSTIN, ORANGE, ANAHEIM, IRVINE, NEWPORT BEACH, FULLERTON, COSTA MESA, YORBA LINDA, PLACENTIA, AND SURROUNDING CITIES
Pingwen Lin began studying piano at the age of five in Taiwan and earned both Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees in Piano Performance from California State University, Fullerton, where she studied with Dr. Myong-Joo Lee and Professor Ning An.
Ms. Lin is a member of Pi Kappa Lambda, the national music honor society recognizing outstanding academic and artistic achievement. She has appeared as a concerto soloist with the CSUF Symphony Orchestra and has performed extensively as a collaborative pianist with the Orchestra Collective of Orange County.
As an educator, Ms. Lin is committed to fostering strong technical foundations, musical understanding, and expressive artistry in her students. She strives to create a structured yet encouraging learning environment, helping students of all ages and levels build confidence, discipline, and a lasting appreciation for music.
PIANO FACULTY
Aliya Llanes
NOW SERVING FOUNTAIN VALLEY, HUNTINGTON BEACH, GARDEN GROVE, WESTMINSTER, AND NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Aliya Llanes is an active classical pianist and piano teacher who has taught and performed throughout Los Angeles and Orange County. She regularly performs for organizations including the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Pianists in Performance, and the Fullerton Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association as both a soloist and collaborative pianist.
Aliya has appeared in numerous studio and chamber music recitals and participated in a masterclass with Cliburn medalist Kenny Broberg in 2019. She has extensive experience teaching students of all ages in both private and group settings throughout Southern California. In addition to maintaining her own private studio, she frequently collaborates with fellow musicians on instrumental and choral performances.
Aliya recently completed her Master of Arts degree in Piano Pedagogy at California State University, Fullerton, where she studied with Dr. Rob Watson.
Her graduate research explored how sleep disorders may affect music study and learning outcomes among university music majors.
