School of Arts and Creative Technologies
Yeda Shum
PhD by research
Thesis
Thesis
The Importance and Impact of Applying Mental Practice in Teaching Elementary-level Piano Students in Hong Kong.
Supervisors: Dr Marianna Cortesi and Dr Pete Dale
This research aims to investigate the impact of applying the three mental practice skills – auditory, visual, and kinesthetic imagery – in teaching elementary piano students to address technical issues in Hong Kong, and to develop a systematic teaching strategy for mental practice at the elementary level. The research will examine current piano teaching practices in Hong Kong and develop a set of teaching materials for mental practice. Finally, case studies will be conducted to evaluate the impact of applying the set of mental practice methods to elementary-level students.
Biography
Biography
Yeda Shum, a pianist and music educator from Hong Kong. After receiving a Bachelor in Music Education at The Education University of Hong Kong, she got an MA in Music at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. To specialise in piano, she pursued her second MA in Music (Piano Studies) at the University of York. As a pianist, she has given concerts on piano solo, piano duet and six-hands. She currently works in Hong Kong, teaches piano, conducts handchimes and gives lectures on music education and piano pedagogy.
Research
Research Interests
Music Education, Piano Pedagogy, Mental Practice.
