Featured performance / Isaac Yip, piano
Piano Concerto No. 2 — First movement
Isaac performing the first movement of Shostakovich’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in F major.
Watch on YouTubeMelbourne, Australia
Isaac Yip.
Pianist / conductor / music educator
A life in music.
Still unfolding.
Isaac is a Melbourne-based pianist, conductor and piano teacher. Classically trained, his musicianship also extends into jazz, where he plays saxophone and drums.
01 / On stage
More than playing the notes.
Bringing people together.
Piano, conducting and accompaniment. Different roles, connected by the experience of making music together.
PianoConductingAccompaniment
More from the stageListen & watch
Hear the music.
A selection of performances from Isaac’s musical journey — moments at the piano, on stage and beyond.
2025 End of Year Performance
Watch on YouTubeRodeo
Watch on YouTube02 / Selected recognition
The work.
The milestones.
Qualifications, school roles and competition results — moments along a continuing musical journey.
- Official qualification
Associate in Music, Australia (AMusA) — Piano
Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) · awarded 2025, at 16.
- School role
Melbourne High School Pianist
Piano performance and accompaniment in the school’s musical life.
- SelectedCompetitions
Eisteddfod recognition
First-place piano awards at Bendigo, and recognition through music competitions including Ringwood.
MHS Choral Instrumental Competition 2026 — Best Choral Conductor. Recognition for Isaac’s work leading the Melbourne High School choir.
The conducting story03 / My journey
It began with
making music fun.
Mum introduced Isaac to musical notes on a little Casio keyboard. The family’s first piano came next: a second-hand $200 upright, bought as a reward for Isaac and his mum.
There were sticky keys, years of independent learning and, eventually, a teacher who recognised how far he had already come.
Read my journey04 / Jazz, saxophone & percussion
Beyondthe score.
A classical foundation.
Room to improvise.
Jazz is an established part of Isaac's musicianship. Alongside piano and conducting, he plays saxophone and drums and participates in ensemble performances.
He plays with a Melbourne High School jazz band. The group hopes to keep making music together after Year 12 graduation in 2026.
What comes next
Continuing beyond school is a plan the band is exploring. Confirmed performances, recordings and project news will be shared here as they develop.
05 / Teaching & accompaniment
Learning,
then sharing.
Isaac has taught piano since 2024. His own experience shapes an approach grounded in classical learning, encouragement and a lasting enjoyment of playing.
- Classical piano lessons
- AMEB examination preparation
- Accompaniment and performance
LET'S CONNECT
More music.
Still ahead.
Interested in piano lessons, making music together, or simply getting in touch? I'd love to hear from you.