Guzheng
Guzheng Class in Macau
1-on-1 | Guzheng
Professional guzheng lessons. Our teachers hold Grade 9 certificates or music diplomas, with lesson plans tailored to each student.
Exam pathway
Central Conservatory Guzheng Grades 1–9 and performance diploma
A structured pathway for students seeking formal accreditation.
Curriculum
What you will learn
Instrument & Care
- Guzheng anatomy and acoustics
- Paulownia vs rosewood; northern and southern school timbres
- String changes and humidity care for Macau's climate
Posture & Hands
- Seating, nail picks and hand positioning
- Core right-hand strokes and vibrato placement
- Wrist relaxation and graded fingertip pressure
Technique & Scales
- Tremolo, glissando and plucking techniques
- Left-hand bends, slides and ornaments
- Pentatonic modes and regional tunings
Theory & Reading
- Traditional gongche notation alongside numbered and staff notation
- Free meter and compound rhythm training
Repertoire & Creation
- Classics: Fishing Boat at Dusk, High Mountains Flowing Water, Battling the Typhoon
- Ornamentation and pop arrangements for guzheng
- From single melody to solo composition
- Historic schools and modern works (Lin Quan, Yun Shang Su)
Teachers
Teachers
Taught by our Macau teachers, all with Grade 8, a music diploma or professional performing experience.
CAMPUSES
Our campuses
Three campuses in Macau plus KARON Art Space in Guangzhou and Hangzhou — one teaching standard everywhere. Book a visit near you.
View campusesRua da Barca (HQ)
Shop A, G/F, Edf. Jubileu, 101 Rua da Barca, Macau
Campus details →
+853 6562 6478Fai Chi Kei
5/F A, Wa Pou Commercial Centre, 19 Rua Sul do Patane, Macau
Campus details →
+853 6562 6479Rua do Campo
Shop E (Mezz.), Block 2, Edf. Ngan Fai, 153–157 Rua do Campo, Macau
Campus details →
+853 6847 7773
FAQ
About this course
What age can a child start guzheng?
From about 5–6. Adult beginners are very common in Macau and welcome.
Which guzheng exams do you prepare for?
Central Conservatory of Music Guzheng Grades 1–9; you can also learn pop or traditional pieces for interest only.
Do I need my own guzheng?
Lessons use the centre's instruments; for home practice we can advise on renting or buying a starter guzheng.
Can complete beginners join?
Yes. Every course has a beginner track; your teacher sets the starting point from the trial assessment.
How long and how often are lessons?
Usually 45 or 60 minutes once a week; exam sprints or adult intensives can be more frequent.
Do I need my own instrument?
Lessons use our instruments. Ask an advisor about rental or purchase options for home practice.
How much do lessons cost?
Fees depend on the instrument, level and lesson length (45 or 60 minutes). After a trial, an advisor gives a clear quote with no hidden fees; monthly or package options are available.
Which campus offers this course? Can I switch?
Rua da Barca, Fai Chi Kei and Rua do Campo share the same syllabus. Most instruments and art can be taken at the nearest campus or transferred; progress follows the student. Online piano can be taken at home.
Blog
Related articles
TRIAL LESSON
Book a trial lesson
Courses align with international exam pathways. Book a trial lesson to find your level.
More courses
