Brian Lia

08/08/2026

Playing for Hope Viola Theme from Cinema Paradiso.

With the quiet hope that tomorrow might be kinder, we keep moving, keep pursuing, keep living.

And yet, sometimes, life reminds us how little is truly in our hands. Along the way, some moments arrive, some leave, and some leave a silence that words cannot quite fill.

Still, we say thank you.

Thank you for what was.
Thank you for what it meant.
Thank you for the moments that, however brief, made the journey worthwhile.

And for whatever has happened, for whatever remains, we simply say: thank you.


#2026
PRACTICING: PLAYING

02/08/2026

Mzuzu & Mzimba Diaries 🇲🇼

What a great time in Mzuzu and Jenda, Mzimba! The people were so warm and welcoming yebo chomene for the love and kindness.

A big thank you to Amazon Lodge at Jenda TC for the amazing hospitality. The facilities were excellent, the food was delicious, and everything was just makora. Zikomo kwambiri for making our stay so comfortable.

Until next time, Mzuzu and Jenda tiwonanenge! ❤️

30/07/2026

🎻 Tazirwa playing the violin in Nearer, My God, to Thee, with me accompanying. Grateful to share this beautiful piece of music together. 🎶✨

27/07/2026

MUSIC EDUCATION

25/07/2026

God Is So Good

A beautiful piano & soprano rendition by students of Chaminade Marianist Secondary School.

The instrument becomes their voice, their voice becomes their instrument. Through music, the ensemble becomes their family, and the Music Department becomes their home.

This is why Music Education matters it builds confidence, connection, creativity, and community.

Cc: Vaughan Fleischfresser

20/07/2026

ISN'T THIS EMOTIONAL?

Brian, one of my students at Chaminade Marianist Secondary School, playing Canon in D on the piano.

This is exactly what I love to see. To all my students: if you've been practicing over the holiday, record a short video and send it to me. I'd be so happy to see your progress. ❤️

14/07/2026

Beethoven 8 from above.
Concertgebouworkest

11/07/2026

11/07/2026

Mount Carmel Academy
Club Exhibition day
Music Educator