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John Baptist Lam

John Baptist Lam

John Baptist Lam is a pianist with a passion for music that started at the age of 16 when he began teaching himself to play the piano. His dedication and talent soon led him to pursue formal training at renowned institutions, including the Xing Hai Music Conservatory and the Franz Liszt Music Academy under the guidance of esteemed professors Szokolay Balazs and Kiraly Csaba.
continuing his educational journey, John later studied at Brandon University, where he had the privilege of studying with accomplished musicians such as Alexander Tselvakov. D. Joana Miller, and Dr. Jones Lawrence. His exceptional abilities and commitment were recognized through the prestigious Peggy Shape Scholarship. Furthering his education, John embarked on a new chapter at McGill University, where he was awarded the Excellence Entrance Scholarship.
Throughout his musical career, John has participated in numerous master classes, collaborating with esteemed artists including Pierre Reach, Mark Durand, Sergio Tiempo and Arthur Rowe. Most recently, he has been refining his skills in both piano performance and piano pedagogy under the guidance of Sergio Tiempo.
John's dedication to his craft and his constant pursuit of excellence have shaped him into a versatile and accomplished pianist. With his extensive training and diverse experiences, he captivates audiences with his expressive interpretations and technical proficiency. Beyond his musical pursuits, John enjoys exploring various genres of music and finding inspiration in diverse art forms.
As a passionate performer and dedicated teacher, John Baptist Lam continues to share his love for music through captivating performances and inspiring the next generation of musicians."

Instrument / Discipline

  • Piano
  • Analysis
  • Rudiments

Spoken languages

  • English
  • Chinese (Cantonese)
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • English

Specialized in

  • Youth (7-17)
  • Adults (18+)
  • Young Children (under 7)
  • Beginner/Elementary
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

Teaches At

  • Music school
  • Teacher's home
  • Teacher's studio

Specialist designation

  • Piano - Elementary
  • Piano - Intermediate
  • Piano - Advanced

Professional development

  • Master Class With Mr Szokolay Balazs - 2003
  • Master Class With Mr Kiraly Csaba - 2004
  • Master Class With Mr Alexander Tselyakov - 2005
  • Master Class with Mr Pierre Reach - 2005
  • Master Class With Megumi Masai - 2006
  • Master Class with Miss Connie Shih - 2007
  • Master Class with Dr Jones Lawerence - 2007
  • Master Class with Miss Kyoto Hashimoto - 2008
  • Master Class with Micheal Kim - 2009
  • Master Class with Sergio Tiempo - 2021

School Associations

  • Alberta Piano Teachers' Association - Provincial / State
  • Manitoba Registered Music Teachers' Association - Provincial / State