the arts
Music at Frontier
At Frontier, music is recognised as an essential part of a well-rounded education. It develops creativity, discipline, confidence, and emotional expression, supporting both academic growth and personal development.Through structured learning and performance opportunities, students are supported in discovering, refining, and expressing their musical abilities, nurturing confident individuals with a lasting appreciation for the arts.
Our Approach
Music at Frontier is taught through structured, progressive learning that balances technical foundations with creative exploration. Students are encouraged to practise, perform, and reflect, building skill alongside artistic confidence.
Head of music
Petrina Phua
Award-winning Malaysian pianist, Petrina has performed at many festivals in Malaysia and globally in Korea, Japan, UK and Germany. Former member of the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, Petrina excels at both solo and chamber music playing. Has a passion for teaching, performing and educating the next generation of musicians.
Education
Masters in Music – (Piano Performace)
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Birmingham City University
Bhus(Hons) – (Piano Performace)
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Birmingham City University
Kódaly Musicianship – (Distinction Level 4)
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Birmingham City University
Weingarten Scholarship
Liszt Academy of Music, Budapest Hungary
Student Accolades
Emma Tang Wei En
Silver at Euroasia Malaysian Piano Competition Preliminary Round
(Young Artiste Junior Category)
Ung Pui Yan
Silver at Rising Stars International Arts Festival & Competition Viet Nam 2025
(Grade 5 Piano Solo Catagory)
Ung Chai Hui
Gold at Rising Stars International Arts Festival & Competition Viet Nam 2025
(Grade 6 Piano Solo Catagory)