英文外刊，疫情期间的Hong Kong音乐老师，用钢琴为学生送去音乐

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Evan Kam, a music teacher in Hong Kong, used a piano installed in a truck to deliver music lessons to students at their homes, ensuring both educational continuity and emotional support during lockdowns.Background and School ResponseSchools in Hong Kong closed in late January due to the coronavirus outbreak, forcing students to transition to online classes. However, piano lessons faced significant challenges in this virtual format.Ming’s Piano, a music school with 12 teachers and approximately 200 students, adapted by deploying three trucks equipped with pianos to deliver lessons directly to students’ homes. This initiative helped sustain the school’s operations after losing over two-thirds of its business during the pandemic.By late February, the school resumed operations at 70% of its pre-pandemic capacity, addressing students’ and parents’ concerns about mask shortages and public transportation risks.Implementation of Mobile LessonsEach truck contained a piano, alcohol-based hand sanitizer, air purifiers, and lighting systems. The engine remained running during lessons to power these devices, ensuring a safe and functional environment.Teachers like Evan Kam wore protective face coverings and sanitized the piano between sessions to maintain hygiene standards.The school prioritized flexibility, allowing Kam to teach six to seven students daily, including new students in remote villages. He emphasized that “distance is not a limit,” highlighting the program’s reach.Impact on Students and FamiliesFor students like seven-year-old Sophia Cheung, the mobile lessons provided a rare opportunity to leave home during lockdowns. Her mother, Wendy Yeung, noted that the program alleviated her children’s frustration from prolonged isolation, answering their repeated questions about going outdoors.Sophia practiced songs like “Let It Go” from Frozen, showing noticeable progress, such as playing with both hands. Her teacher, Kam, provided real-time fe