Meet Our Teachers

Having started piano lessons at age 4, Lety knows firsthand about the life-changing power of music. It wasn’t until beginning a career in Music Therapy that the benefits of music became evident. Lety has seen clients feel a connection, comfort, and equal opportunities thanks to the universal language of music.

Now, Lety’s mission comes in facilitating an environment where others can thrive in a judgment-free zone with a little support from music. Her goal is to provide more of these opportunities and share the power of music with collaborations of working with RAYA art and Education. 

• Member of the Percussion Expert Committee of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People's Republic of China

• Founder of Nine Beats, Chairman of Nine Beats Educational Technology Group

• Specially appointed professor at Qingdao Percussion Academy

• Head of the Popular Percussion Discipline

• Visiting professor at Tianjin Arts Vocational College

• Mode Percussion Teacher at Tianjin Conservatory of Music

• Council member of the Chinese Percussion Association

• Executive member of the Shanghai Percussion Association

• Deputy Director of the Percussion Professional Committee of Tianjin Musicians Association

Carrie is a music therapist at OC Music Services that collaborates with RAYA . Carrie developed her passion for music and connecting to others at a young age when she saw first-hand the power music has to improve the lives of others. Carrie is thrilled to continue to share her perspective on music and support the growth and development with RAYA art and Education to provide everyone a fun and accessible environment!

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President of the West Coast Artists Association, Senior Cultural and Artistic Advisor of the Chinese Traditional Culture Promotion Association, and Deputy Secretary General of the Zhu Naizheng Oil Painting Research Association. Asia Pacific International Music and Art Therapist.

Graduated from the Chinese Academy of Fine Arts (formerly Zhejiang Academy of Fine Arts) and the University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom with a master’s degree.

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Focus on the systematic study of art and aesthetic education enlightenment and art design majors for high school students aged 3 to high school

With more than 10 years of teaching experience, students have been admitted to art and design majors from famous universities in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia.

Lan Cao, a young violist, is currently pursuing Artistic Diploma degree at the Colburn School with a full scholarship. Previously, Lan graduated with full scholarships from the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music at the National University of Singapore and the Colburn School, serving as the principal violist of both institutions’ orchestras. As the principal violist of the 2019 NYO-China, Lan participated in a European tour and performed at the Chinese Embassy in the UK. 

Beyond performance, Lan is the curator of Jhao-Yin Academy, China’s largest non-profit organization for young musicians, and a bilingual contributor for The Musician magazine. Invited as a guest artist, Lan has performed at the inaugural Athens Olympic Arts Conference in Greece, JJ Lin’s 2024 World Tour (Xi’an Xianyang), the 34th China TV Drama Flying Apsaras Awards, and the 28th National TV Arts Starlight Awards. 

Additionally, Lan serves as the Artistic Ambassador for UESG Green Development Initiative.

She has successively studied under the internationally renowned violinist Wei Xue, the Violin Professor Chaitlin of the Eastman School of Music in the United States, and Qiezhong Lv, the principal of the Macau Symphony Orchestra.

While studying in the United States, she won first place in the instrumental competition of Kent State University.

She has provided singing album solo violin accompaniment for domestic first-line singers such as Liyuan Peng, Zuying Song, and Weiwen Yan.
She has 25 years of violin playing and teaching experience. She teaches students of all ages from 4 years old to adults and she is well received by students.

Special needs children's painting guidance, with over 20 years of experience in painting and design. Engaged in art education in the United States for 6 years, the student's works have won multiple gold awards in international art competitions (Qinglu) and first place in PTA art competitions (Brian), and have been selected for art exhibitions and won gold awards multiple times.

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US Highlight International Art Center Foundation CEO

Director of Dance Mathematics Education Major of China Rescue Education Association, Director of Dalian Dancers Association

Has won multiple gold medals in military cultural and artistic performances,

RYT200 (Registered Yoga Teacher) is a registered teacher of the National Yoga Alliance, specializing in classical dance, children's dance choreography and rescue training, as well as television dance program choreography.

Famous young dance performer, overseas Chinese dance youth and children's dance educator, director, founder of Tangyi Dance Studio in the United States, director of the Chinese Dancers Association in the United States, and president of the Global Performing Arts Center in the United States.

(Sichuan opera changes face)

In-depth study of Sichuan opera art, inherit and display the combination of traditional and modern Sichuan opera face-changing skills, and show its unique instant face-changing skills and artistic charm.

(Long-mouth pot tea show)

He is proficient in traditional tea art, and shows the profound heritage of Chinese tea culture and its innovative application in modern society through the long-mouthed hu performance of difficult movements.

(Candy Blower)

Inheriting and spreading this traditional folk art, the candy man who presents the artistic expression of the candy blower to the audience with exquisite skills and adds modern cartoon characters is deeply loved by children.

Vivian Li is a second-year master’s student in the Speech Pathology program with a Bilingual Extension in English and Chinese at Columbia University. She has extensive experience working with neurodiverse populations, beginning during her undergraduate studies. Before pursuing her master’s degree, Vivian worked as an ABA therapist for three years at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders and Easterseals, supporting children and young adults aged 1–21.

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Her clinical training includes internships at Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York and Children’s Hospital of Orange County in California, where she gained experience serving diverse populations across the lifespan, from pediatrics to geriatrics. These include neurodiverse individuals, individuals with speech and language delays, those with head and neck cancer, individuals with hearing loss, and individuals with swallowing, feeding, and cognitive disorders.

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In addition to her academic and clinical pursuits, Vivian has been a musician since the age of six, playing piano, violin, and bass. Currently, she enjoys playing bass and is learning guitar in her free time. She believes that art and music play an essential role in fostering self-expression, building confidence, and serving as therapeutic aids for cognitive function and behavior. Vivian hopes to share her passion for the arts and its therapeutic potential with her clients, her community, and beyond.

Passionate about floral art, Holly possesses extensive learning experiences and professional expertise:

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• Studied traditional Chinese floral arrangement    

• Specialized in Humanistic Flower Arrangement, a minimalist style within traditional Chinese floral art

• Mastered Western floral arrangement techniques

Holly excels in traditional Chinese floral art and lifestyle arrangements, skillfully blending the natural beauty of flowers with a harmonious fusion of tradition and modernity. Each creation embodies a unique artistic charm, bringing warmth and elegance to everyday life.

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In addition to offering professional floral arrangement classes, Holly provides on-site floral services, floral performances, and parent-child floral workshops to cater to diverse needs.

Teacher QQ holds a Master’s degree in Education and has over 15 years of experience in music education. She has professionally led children’s choirs and university choirs and has also served as a conductor. Under her direction, her choirs have won multiple international awards. In her teaching, she integrates Western and Chinese vocal techniques to guide students in singing children’s pop music and musical theatre pieces. Teacher QQ is capable of coaching students in singing songs in English, Chinese, Korean, and Italian.

Yoyo Wang has been teaching piano for 20 years. He is a certified piano teacher by the European Piano Association, a certified teacher by the Emperor Piano Examination, and a teacher by the China Music Association Piano Examination Judge. Instructed nearly 300 students who took the 10th-grade piano exam.

Ms. Liu is a leading autism behavior consultant with extensive experience in designing, supervising, and implementing behavioral programs for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. With a specialized focus on behavior interventions and the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), she has worked both nationally and internationally to improve autism-related education and support.

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Since 2005, Ms. Liu has served as the Program Administrator for Intensive Behavior Intervention at a public school district, overseeing the development and implementation of IEPs and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create effective educational and behavioral strategies. She is also highly skilled in staff training, conducting workshops on effective teaching methods, behavior management, and curriculum modifications.

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Ms. Liu holds a Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis, along with advanced certifications in autism intervention, including the PEERS program for enhancing social skills from the UCLA Semel Institute and the Pivotal Response Training (PRT) Certificate from Stanford Graduate School of Education. As a PECS Trainer, she is particularly skilled in supporting non-verbal children through alternative communication methods.

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Passionate about improving the lives of children with autism, Ms. Liu develops evidence-based solutions that promote not only academic success but also enhanced social, communication, and life skills. Through her consultancy, she continues to make a profound impact on communities worldwide, transforming the way educators and families support children with autism, helping them reach their fullest potential.