COACHING TESTIMONIALS
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Jerry Yang
“Kian is not simply a music coach, I prefer to call him my life instructor. His guidance is not just about music techniques, but also your methods to get your goal your perspective of thinking, and your attitude to your life. He never defines what you”
Student
Berklee College of Music,
BA in Film Scoring
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Yu Hao
“As my initial music production coach. Kian taught me a plenty of skills, also inspired me thinking like a producer from a professional angle; As a sophisticated musician, he generously shared all the experience to the new generation”
Student
Berklee College of Music,
BA in Independent Recording & Production
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Devon Du
“Beyond just scoring techniques, Kian generously shared his understanding of music, as well as his professional experience, guiding me to the world of scoring”
Composer/Student
NYU Steinhardt, MA in Screen Scoring
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ChengHong Jin
His meticulous guidance and hands-on involvement proved instrumental in my artistic development.
Composer
Berklee Valencia, MA in Film Scoring
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Shuying Hao
His musical philosophy and the amazing portfolios from his students are the main reasons for inviting him as my coach.
Music Producer
Manchester Uni, MA in Music Tech
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XiaoTeng Tao
Kian is an outstanding educator in professional music knowledge and also communication and interview skills.
Student
Berklee College of Music, BA in EPD
NYU, MA in Music Technology
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Yiqi Cai
Kian offered excellent advice in my music production studies. I believe that creative thinking is essential, and Kian has really aided me in this regard
Music Producer/Educator
University of York, MA in Music Tech
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Chenjie Gu
Kian is an awesome teacher, he is always able to tell me the production skills in a simple and understandable way
Student
Berklee College of Music,
BA in Contemporary Writing & Production
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AJ Lina
Kian is an inspiring teacher who can always keep passionate and lead students in the right way
Composer/Producer
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, MA in
Music Technology
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Qi jin Kan
Kian was my first music production teacher and mentor. He taught me valuable skills, inspired my creativity, and helped me understand the essence of music production. His friendly, supportive teaching style made every session enjoyable and free of pressureption goes here
Student
Berklee College of Music, BA in Music
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Solar
Kian is my 1st mentor who inspired me to study film scoring, and the year I spent with him provided me with a great foundation for my music production studies in the U.S. It was a precious learning experience!
Music Producer
CAL Arts, MA in Music Production
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Andy Liu
Kian's coaching is incredibly precise—he quickly identifies my weaknesses and guides me with the most effective methods. His humorous and engaging style makes each one-hour session feel as productive as two or three
Student/Composer
Berklee College of Music, BA in Film Scoring
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Ryan Wang
Kian's creative insights and patient mentorship opened my eyes to the magic of music and sound. Forever grateful for this musical journey starter!
Music Producer/Student
University of Birmingham, MA in Musicology & Sound Studies
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Ron Muir
Kian is the pioneering mentor in my music production and film scoring journey. With his expert guidance, I have embarked on a journey to master the art of composing music that resonates with diverse film and television themes, breathing life into stories through the power of sound.
Composer/Student
University of Leeds, BA Music and Music Technology
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Yang Tian
Through my exchanges with Kian, my electronic music practice not only gained more mature mixing and production techniques, but also offered me new perspectives to envision the possibilities of a musical work. This broadened and enriched my musical aesthetic, enabling me to integrate more diverse elements into my creative process.
Music Producer
Los Angeles College of Music, BA in Music Production
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XInyue Hu
Kian's coaching is exceptionally systematic, with clear logic. He has helped me establish a comprehensive knowledge framework, laying a solid foundation for my journey in music production.
Student
Main coaching areas
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Who is this for? Students applying to music programs in the US and Europe — Berklee, CCM, Johns Hopkins, and similar. If you're serious about getting in, this is for you.
What do we actually work on? Portfolio and audition prep, personal statements, program selection, and interview readiness. I also help you figure out whether a particular school is actually worth the investment — not every program is.
Why you and not another admissions consultant? I graduated from Berklee. I've spent 20 years working in the industry — composing for games, film, and media. I know what these programs teach, what they don't, and what actually matters on the other side.
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Who is this for? Professionals, creatives, and students who want to communicate with more clarity and presence — whether that's on stage, on camera, or in a room.
What does coaching look like? We work on structure, delivery, and confidence. That could mean preparing a keynote, sharpening how you pitch your work, or simply getting more comfortable with a microphone in front of you.
What's your background in this? I've led communication programs across Toastmasters District 85 and I chair the Club Excellence Program. Teaching people to speak well is something I've done for years — it's not a side interest.
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Who is this for? Musicians and creatives who are talented but stuck — unclear on direction, unsure how to build something sustainable, or wondering whether the path they're on is still the right one.
What do we cover? Identity, positioning, and realistic planning. What makes your work distinct, where the opportunities actually are, and how to stop waiting for permission to build the career you want.
Is this just for musicians? It started there, but no. If you're a creative professional navigating the tension between doing meaningful work and making a living from it, we can talk.