Our team
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 Teacher
Daria Muzanova
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 Lin An at California State University, Fullerton, where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance, and currently continues her studies under the guidance of Dr. Myong- Joo Lee.
PIANO TEACHER
Audrey Jiang
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.