HONG KONG & TORONTO, ON – October 17, 2026 — The International Academy for Musical Arts (IAMA), in strategic partnership with the ScienceMan Piano Tuning Vocational Training Institution (Dalian Keman), announced the successful completion of its inaugural “Power of Rhythm” Piano Tuning Professional Training Program held from October 11 to 17, 2026, in Hong Kong.
Led by Master Instructor Professor Guo Xingyong, a premier authority on piano acoustics and tuning in Greater China, the intensive one-week program marks a crucial milestone in providing standardized, high-caliber piano technology education in the region while establishing a conduit for international arts and education exchanges.
15 Hours of Master-Level Acoustic Precision
The 15-hour comprehensive curriculum bridged theoretical physics, structural mechanics, and practical craft. Participants received rigorous instruction in pitch calibration, acoustic tuning, specialized tool applications, action regulation, interior maintenance, and preventative instrument care. The program concluded with stringent practical and theoretical examinations to ensure graduates met elite industry standards.
Inaugural Cohort Achieves Honors
The participants demonstrated exceptional dedication and technical rigor throughout the intensive schedule. All candidates passed the comprehensive master examination with distinction and were officially awarded the Inaugural Certificate of Professional Proficiency.
Distinguished Guests & Industry Leaders Attend Ceremony
The graduation ceremony and certificate presentation took place on the afternoon of October 17, gathering prominent figures from music academia and international commerce:
- Jury & Chief Examination Board: Master Instructor Prof. Guo Xingyong and Prof. Park Yang of the Shenyang Conservatory of Music.
- Guests of Honor: Academician Dr. Lunlun Zou, renowned Guzheng virtuoso and President of IAMA; Prof. Pan Haiyan, Board Director and Honorary Professor of IAMA; John Lee (Lee Keung-cheong), CEO and Vice Chairman of Tom Lee Music (Hong Kong’s premier musical instrument retailer) and Chairman of the Life Passion Project Foundation; and Ms. Linda Lu Beilin, CEO of First Calibre Human Resources Consulting.
Live Acoustic Testing Demonstrates Tuning Excellence
During the ceremony, Master Guo invited young music students on stage for a live demonstration of acoustic adjustments. The event featured exceptional live acoustic testing performances on the newly calibrated piano:
Prof. Park Yang of the Shenyang Conservatory of Music performed Liszt’s Petrarch Sonnet No. 47 (S.161/4), praising the extraordinary resonance, tonal balance, and pitch stability achieved through the tuning process.
The musical demonstrations showcased how precision tuning unlocks the full artistic potential and dynamic range of a grand piano. The day concluded with a celebratory farewell banquet honoring Professor Guo Xingyong.
Expanding Horizons to Address Global Technician Shortages
“Piano tuning is a sophisticated discipline combining acoustics, physics, and aesthetics,” said Dr. Lunlun Zou, President of IAMA. “Despite its vital role in music education and performance, the industry faces a severe global shortage of certified technicians. By establishing Hong Kong as a educational hub, we plan to expand our training network into Southeast Asia and internationally to cultivate world-class talent for the global music community.
14-year-old piano prodigy Park Taechao performed Franz Liszt’s formidable Transcendental Étude No. 5 in B-flat Major, “Feux follets” (S.139).
