Yichao Ma is an accomplished music educator, concert producer, and strategic leader in arts education. As founder and director of Master Piano Institute for over 11 years, she has led extensive work in teaching, curriculum development, and large-scale event management. She co-founded Concerts for All to transform how classical music is experienced by children, families, and future audiences. As President, she leads the organisation’s mission with vision, rigour, and a deep commitment to community impact.

Marija Stojakovic is a multi-award-winning violinist and soprano with an international performance career spanning orchestras, opera stages, and chamber ensembles. She studied at the Academy of Music in Belgrade, the Sydney Conservatorium, and the Guildhall School of Music in London. With over 30 years of violin teaching experience, she brings rare depth and versatility to her work as an educator and communicator. As a gifted public speaker, Marija is a powerful voice for Concerts for All. Her ability to communicate the value of music education with clarity and conviction makes her an exceptional advocate for the organisation’s mission, helping to engage families, educators, and broader audiences alike.

A sixth-generation musician, Aleksandar Zivkovic is an acclaimed cellist with over 30 years of teaching experience and a global performance career. He studied at the Sydney Conservatorium of music and Royal College of Music in London. With extensive experience in music therapy and a past role as NSW Chair of the Australian Music Therapy Association, he brings deep insight into music’s power to heal and connect. His leadership helps shape CFA’s vision for music as both art and social impact.

Nathan is an award-winning concert pianist and music educator whose accolades span Asia and Australia, including the top national ABRSM Diploma mark in 2019. Trained at WAAPA and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, he combines technical virtuosity with a passion for nurturing young musicians. With a completed Master’s degree in Mathematical Sciences and ongoing studies in Data Science, Nathan brings a rare interdisciplinary perspective to arts education. At Concerts for All, he plays a key role in digital resource development, merging music and technology to expand access to classical music in innovative ways.

Wayne is a respected music educator, conductor, and researcher with over 20 years of experience in Australia’s leading independent schools. Born in Tainan and raised in Auckland, he completed university studies in Australia, earning double degrees in Music (composition, conducting) and Education (educational psychology), along with performance diplomas from ABRSM and Trinity College London. He has directed large PreK–12 music departments, leading teams of educators, ensemble directors, and instrumental specialists. His leadership has advanced curriculum innovation and award-winning choral programs, with ensembles under his direction achieving success at state and national eisteddfods and major festivals.

Christopher Malek is one of Australia’s leading international concert pianists, renowned for his virtuosic interpretations of Romantic composers, particularly Chopin and Liszt. A prize-winner of numerous international competitions, he has performed in over 30 countries and was awarded the title of Cultural Ambassador for his global contribution to the arts. Christopher continues the tradition of the golden age of piano with over 25 years of performance and teaching experience. His engaging, often humorous approach to teaching inspires deep musical understanding and lifelong passion in his students. His artistry and international standing bring exceptional perspective to Concerts for All.

A graduate of the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory, Elen Rapoport is a celebrated concert pianist and visionary educator with over 30 years of teaching and performance experience across Australia, New Zealand, and Europe. Known for her expressive artistry and technical brilliance, she is also deeply committed to inclusive and transformative music-making.

Elen’s background in music therapy and improvisational theatre enriches her role as Programme Advisor at Concerts for All, where she champions accessibility and creativity in all aspects of music education and performance.