Curriculum Vitae

DR. WONG YIING SIING

Senior Lecturer
  • Music Department
    Faculty of Creative Arts
  • yswong
  • 0379677787

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

  • DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY MUSIC AND PERFORMING (MUSICOLOGY), (Music)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • DEGREE OF MASTER OF ART (PERFORMING ARTS), (Seni Persembahan)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF PERFORMING ARTS (MUSIC) PASS WITH HONOURS (WITH DISTINCTIO, (Music)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

  • Coordinator
    01 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 (Department)
  • Principal Study Coordinator
    01 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 (Department)
  • Coordinator
    01 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 (Department)
  • Music Showcase Coordinator
    07 Oct 2024 - 28 Sep 2025 (Department)
  • Principal Study Coordinator
    20 Nov 2024 - 28 Sep 2025 (Department)
  • Part-Time Teacher Coordinator
    07 Oct 2024 - 28 Sep 2025 (Department)
  • Task Force Member
    24 Jul 2024 - 24 Jul 2024 (Department)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • MALAYSIAN ASSOCIATION FOR MUSIC EDUCATION (MAME), MEMBER
    Since 2024 (National)

PUBLICATIONS

Article in Journal
  1. Wong, Y. S., Wang, I. T., & Hashim, M. N. (2023). Examining Scaffolding Process in One-to-One Piano Lessons for Young Beginners: An Observational Analysis. Malaysian Journal of Music, 12(1), 66–79. https://doi.org/10.37134//mjm.vol12.1.5.2023
ESCI
  1. Beh, Wen Fen; Nathaniel, Edwin Lawrance; Tan, Swee Chuan; Cheah, Kenny S. L.; Kuek, Florence; Yeoh, Joanne Pei Sze; Wong, Yiing Siing (2024). Rhythm Interactive Special Enablers (R.I.S.E.) - A Collaborative Community Engagement Program, GATEWAYS-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF COMMUNITY RESEARCH AND ENGAGEMENT. 17(1). doi:10.5130/ijcre.v17i1.9348
  2. Siing, Wong Yiing; Ta, Wang, I; Hashim, Mohd. Nasir (2023). Examining Scaffolding Process in One-to-One Piano Lessons for Young Beginners: An Observational Analysis, MALAYSIAN JOURNAL OF MUSIC. 12(1), 66-79. doi:10.37134//mjm.vol12.1.5.2023
Scopus
  1. Beh W.F., Nathaniel E.L., Tan S.C., Cheah K.S.L., Kuek F., Yeoh J.P.S., Wong Y.S. (2024). Rhythm Interactive Special Enablers (R.I.S.E.) A Collaborative Community Engagement Program, Gateways. 17(1). doi:10.5130/ijcre.v17i1.9348
  2. Siing W.Y., Ta W.I., Hashim M.N. (2023). Examining Scaffolding Process in One-to-One Piano Lessons for Young Beginners: An Observational Analysis, Malaysian Journal of Music. 12(1), 66-79. doi:10.37134/MJM.VOL12.1.5.2023

RESEARCH PROJECT

University
  1. 2024 - 2026, Bantuan Khas Penyelidikan (BKP Special)
    ENHANCING ATTENTION AND PROCESSING SPEED THROUGH HOME-BASED MUSICAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM AFTER STROKE: A FEASIBILITY STUDY IN MALAYSIA ( Co-Researcher)

ACADEMIC/ PROF. SERVICES

Evaluation
  1. (2025) Application of Music Activities in Private Kindergarten in Klang, Malaysia: Teachers’ Perceptions, University, (Internal Examiner)
  2. (2025) The Impact of Mindfulness Practice On Practice Efficiency: a Case Study of Tertiary-Level Violin Students in Zhengzhou City, University, (Reviewer)
  3. (2025) Research On The Design and Development of Erhu Learning Assistance Application, University, (Reviewer)
  4. (2025) Impact of Abrsm Exam-Oriented Piano Instruction On The Motivation and Learning Experience of Piano Students in Malaysia: a Piano Teacher's Perspective, University, (Reviewer)
  5. (2025) “Strengths, Weaknesses, and Musicianship Cultivation in Group and Individual Piano Lessons for Young Beginners: Teachers’ Perspectives”, University, (Internal Examiner)
  6. (2025) The Mediating Role of Training On Quality of Musical Performance Among Actors and Actresses in China Musical Theatre, University, (Reviewer)
  7. (2025) The Influence of Emotion, German Romanticism and Arnold Schoenberg’S Painting On His Expressionist Music, University, (Internal Examiner)
  8. (2025) Explore The Fusion of Chinese and Western Musical Elements of Guzheng by Fang Dongqing's Works, University, (Internal Examiner)
  9. (2025) A Semiotic Exploration of Classical Music's Role in Creating Audiovisual Incongruence in Film: Altering Perceptions and Narrative Dynamics, University, (Reviewer)
  10. (2025) Exploring The Practice of Extra-Curricular Music in Basic Education: a Case Study of Dongchenggen Street Primary School in Chengdu, University, (Internal Examiner)
  11. (2025) Factors Influencing The Intention of Chinese College Students to Continue to Participate in Choir, University, (Reviewer)
  12. (2025) Exploring Collaborative Pianists’ Perceptions On Benefits of Acquiring Conducting Skills, University, (Internal Examiner)
  13. (2025) Unveiling The Artistry On Sape Instrument in Sarawak: The Development of Sape from Traditional to Modern Invention., University, (Reviewer)
  14. (2025) Teachers’ Application of Dance/Movement Therapy (Dmt) to Improve Students' Self-Efficacy in a Dance School in Zhengzhou, China, University, (Internal Examiner)
  15. (2025) The Effects of Music Listening On The Sleep Quality of Undergraduate Music Students in University Malaya, University, (Reviewer)
  16. (2024) Exploring The Practical Impact of Elements of Western Classical Music On The Education of Chinese Piano from 1949 to 1966, University, (Reviewer)
  17. (2024) Using Music Activities to Develop Musical Skills and Behaviours of Older Adults in Beijing, China, University, (Reviewer)
  18. (2024) Selecting Repertoire for Music Teaching:Malaysian Piano Teachers' Perceptions On Youtube's Role and Influencing Factors, University, (Reviewer)
  19. (2024) Teachers' Strategies On Middle School Students' Anxiety and Stress: a Case Study in String Section of Symphony Orchestras, University, (Internal Examiner)
  20. (2024) The Impact of Career Self-Efficacy, Career Adaptability and Self-Perceived Employability On Work Readiness of Music Students Among Selected Universities in Hunan Province, China, University, (Reviewer)
  21. (2024) Teachers’ Use of Dance/Movement Therapy (Dmt) to Improve Students' Self-Efficacy in a Dance School in Zhengzhou, China, University, (Internal Examiner)
  22. (2024) The Development of Artificial Intelligence Based Gaming Music in Caohejing Development Zone, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China, University, (Internal Examiner)
  23. (2024) Piano Teachers’ Persepctives and Teaching Practice On The Cultivation of Musicianship to Young Beginners in Group and Individual Piano Lessons, University, (Internal Examiner)
  24. (2024) Curriculum Leadership for Enhancing Music Career Employability: a Case Study of Music Graduates in Henan Province's Universities, University, (Reviewer)
  25. (2024) Exploring The Role of Sound-Color Cross-Modal Correspondences in Chinese Music Education Through The World Music Pedagogy, University, (Internal Examiner)
  26. (2024) Parents' Perception of Social Comparison of Children's Private Music in Klang Valley, Malaysia, University, (Internal Examiner)
  27. (2024) The Effect of Using Cubase Software in a Songwriting Course On Musical Originality and Syntax in The Musical Creativity of Pre- Service Music Teachers in Chongqing, China, University, (Internal Examiner)
  28. (2024) Application of Music Software in Chinese Secondary School Music Education: a Case Study in Shangdong Province, China, University, (Internal Examiner)
  29. (2024) An Evaluation of The Quality of Entrepreneurial Education in Music Department At Fuyang Normal University, China, University, (Internal Examiner)
  30. (2024) A Survey On Music Teachers' Knowledge and Preparation for Orff-Schulwerk Approach in Dongguan, China, University, (Reviewer)
  31. (2024) Musical Interpretative Decisions Among Bamboo Flute Players, University, (Reviewer)
  32. (2024) A Case Study On The Uses and Gratification of Digital Music Technology Among The Elderly in Chengdu Senior University, China, University, (Reviewer)
  33. (2024) Exploring Postmodern Elements in Contemporary Musicology: Perspectives from Professors and Composers in Beijing, China, University, (Reviewer)
  34. (2024) Effectiveness of Music Body Movement (Mbm) On Music Perception, Child-Parent Relationship and Happiness for Piano Beginner At Primary Piano Teaching in Jiangxi Province, China, University, (Reviewer)
  35. (2024) Study of Five Selected Malaysian Piano Lesson Books for Young Beginners, University, (Reviewer)
  36. (2024) Factors Influencing Chinese Pre-Service Music Teachers' Intention to Use Small Private Online Course (Spoc) Blended Learning., University, (Internal Examiner)
  37. (2024) The Impact of Project-Based Learning On Career Motivation in Music Education Students: An Explanatory Sequential Mixed Methods Study, University, (Reviewer)
  38. (2024) Comparing Piano Teaching Strategies and Challenges Between Novice and Expert Classes: Multiple Case Studies in Fujian Province, China, University, (Reviewer)
  39. (2024) Explore The Fusion and Innovation of Chinese and Western Musical Elements of Guzheng by Fang Dongqing's Works, University, (Reviewer)
  40. (2024) Exploring Collaborative Pianists' Perceptions and Benefits About Conducting Skills, University, (Reviewer)
  41. (2024) An Evaluation of Entrepreneurial Education Quality in Universities – a Case Study of Students from Fuyang Normal University, University, (Internal Examiner)
  42. (2024) Employability Preparation in Higher Music Education from The Perspectives of Teaching Staff and Students At Yibin University, China, University, (Internal Examiner)

SUPERVISION

Postgraduate Student
  1. (2024) "Evaluating the Value and Application of Multicultural Perspectives in Music Education: Cross-Cultural Leadership and Pedagogical Outcomes", LI XIANG
  2. (2024) ADDRESSING ONLINE CHALLENGES AND EXPLORING SOLUTIONS IN THE DIGITAL ERA: CASE STUDIES ON PIANO EDUCATION FROM ZHENGZHOU’S MUSIC SCHOOLS, HENAN PROVINCE, CHINA., TANG WENHAO
  3. (2024) Orff Approach in One-to-one Piano Teaching: A Case Study in Hefei City., ZHANG YICHI
  4. (2024) MUSIC, LIU WENJING
  5. (2024) MUSIC, LI FENGTING

TEACHING

Bachelor
  1. (2024) RIA3002 - Computer Music Ii
  2. (2024) RIA1017 - History of Western Music: Pre-Classical
  3. (2024) RIA1018 - Principal Study I

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITIES

  • Program Edutourism - Lawatan Dari Anhui Xinhua University, China., (01 Jul 2024 - 04 Jul 2024) (University)