ABOUT

Hi, I’m Michelle. Music has been part of my life for as long as I can remember, growing up in Malaysia in a Christian family. Singing in choirs and accompanying church services from an early age shaped my love for both music and community.

Before pursuing church music at Heidelberg University of Church Music, I followed a diverse academic path, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Chinese Literature from Peking University and a Master’s in International Development from the University of Bristol. These experiences helped me develop a broader worldview and strengthened my belief in the power of music to connect people across different backgrounds.

I worked as a church musician for several years before becoming a freelance organist. My organ journey being mentored by Heinrich Walther. I’ve been fortunate to learn from some of the best in the field, attending masterclasses with Ton Koopman, Ludger Lohmann, Pieter van Dijk, and Wolfgang Zerer, and I was honored to perform in the ‘Concert of the Best’ at the 30th Thuringian Organ Academy.

Since 2015, I’ve also been working with the Lutheran World Federation in the areas of liturgy, worship, and music. One of my most fulfilling projects has been The Global Songbook, where I’ve had the opportunity to share music and lead workshops in Amsterdam, Wittenberg, and Copenhagen.

For me, music is more than just performance—it’s about creating meaningful experiences and connecting with others. Whether it’s through teaching, collaborating, or performing, I’m always driven by the belief that music should be sincere, accessible, and rooted in faith.