Meet Claire

Hi everyone! My name is Claire Sun, and I am the founder of Major Melodies. While the "Home" page provides more details about the business, this page offers a glimpse into my personal journey.

My favorite concerto is Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, specifically Winter. There’s something haunting, yet beautiful about the harmonies that always draws me in. I love listening to classical music, though ironically, I don’t have a single favorite piece. That said, a few works I deeply admire include Beethoven’s Pathétique Sonata (1st Movement), Chopin’s Etude Op. 10 No. 1 in C Major, and his Nocturne in C-sharp Minor No. 20. I haven’t had the chance to play any of these yet, but they’re definitely on my musical bucket list!

A Personal Path

My piano journey began at the age of 5. Like many, I started with familiar tunes like "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" and "Mary Had a Little Lamb." Over the years, my repertoire evolved to include Bach inventions, Chopin waltzes, sonatas, and fantasias. Currently, I am working towards the Level 10 Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) certification.

During the pandemic, practicing because especially difficult. As in-person lessons transitioned to FaceTime and Zoom sessions, my confidence started worsening (as did my iPad quality!). However, as the years went by, my relationship with piano had its own ups and downs.

Not long after, my piano teacher told me I had perfect pitch (the ability to identify notes by ear). Suddenly, things began to click as notes fell into place. It was a realization that helped me connect more deeply with music.

I teach because I understand what it’s like to struggle, to grow, and to ultimately, fall in love with an instrument. As a pianist with over 11 years of experience, I want to help others find their own “Aha Moments,” whether it’s discovering a new piece they love or simply playing a melody that makes them smile.