Young Hee Park – Piano

Young Hee Park holds a Master's Degree and Performer's Certificate in Piano Performance from Northern Illinois University. Mrs. Park teachers include Dr. William Goldenberg and Dr. JeongSoo Kim.

Mrs. Park was selected as one of the pianists at the NIU memorial service for the shooting tragedy, and played with Kishwaukee Orchestra in 2008. She has held solo recitals at Northern Illinois University, College of Dupage, Winsor Park Manor, Oak Crest Retirement Center and Heritage Woods of Dekalb. Young Hee was also one of the members of Oakton Six Piano Ensemble. She is currently a permanent pianist at Heritage Presbyterian Church in Carol Stream, as well as the pianist at St. Patrick Catholic Church in St. Charles, IL.

Personal Statement

I love teaching students whoever shows the interest in music. As a performer, I find piano studying is extremely rewarding. I do believe in the magical power of music.

Students realize piano study requires patience and perseverance not long after they start taking lessons, but students quickly learning can be a great deal of fun. I often find it thrilling to see the students surprised by their great improvement. One of my favorite motto is – ‘Music is Magic!’ Once a student learns and gets accustomed to the discipline that is required for the piano, it carries over to his/her life. This is my main goal in teaching piano: Helping my student to become an independent and a cultured person who enjoys and appreciate art!

I individualize my approach depending on the student's age and personality, and enjoy seeing students improve at their own pace. I always think about how to become a better teacher and I hope more students benefit from music as an individual or a musician.