Dunja Bohinc

Dunja Bohinc is the director of Piano Forte Music School. She has been teaching piano for over 20 years, since 1988. She holds degrees equivalent to a Bachelor's in Piano Performance and a Master's in Piano Pedagogy and Music Theory from Robert Schumann Hochschule in Dusseldorf, Germany (Staatsexamen mit Hauptfach Klavier). She also studied music at the University of Sarajevo. Having moved to Canada from Europe 10 years ago, she is also certified in teaching the Kelly Kirby method to children as young as 4 years old. Ms. Dunja teaches students of all ages and all levels. Several of her students have continued their music studies in post secondary institutions, majoring in piano. Her students have gained recognition, including various Canadian Music Competitions prize-winners, highest marks RCM Examinations, and University entrance scholarships. Ms. Bohinc has trained teachers as well, who have gone on to achieve the ARCT diploma in both Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy (Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced) from the Royal Conservatory of Music.

Ms. Dunja Bohinc believes that music education is very important in a child's well rounded education and an enriching experience in every child's life. Learning an instrument can enhance a student's self- esteem and confidence and have a great influence on their physical, social and emotional development.

Karen Wu

Karen is a professional pianist and full-time piano teacher. Karen was born and raised in Taiwan. After moving to Vancouver, she began formal piano training with Henry Waack, Anna Levy, and Dunja Bohinc. She currently holds an Associate Diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Performance, and is pursuing an ARCT Diploma in Piano Pedagogy. Her students have received distinctions in piano exams and awarded in many festivals and competitions.