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Leslie Edwin Tolson Jr

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I am an ardent musician and designer who writes from the heart and shapes ideas into music and architectural concepts. I see music and architecture as deeply interconnected forces that can shape the future of the world.

About

I am an ardent musician and designer who writes from the heart and shapes ideas into music and architectural concepts. I see music and architecture as deeply interconnected forces that can shape the future of the world. I carry a pen and sketchpad at all times to capture ideas, turning them into musical compositions and architectural designs.

In my practice, I lead and collaborate across roles, from composing and conducting to teaching and design, blending experimental and classical traditions to create meaningful soundscapes and environments.

  • 9 years' experience
  • Joined September 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • GermanIntermediate
  • KoreanIntermediate
  • LatinIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Work experience

Music Faculty (Piano, Music Theory and Vocals) · Ossia Music SchoolNov 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

Teaching the ABRSM, LCM, Trinity Syllabus for Piano Performance (Grades 1-8 and Diploma); ABRSM Theory Grades 1-8 and Diplomas in Music Theory for ABRSM and Trinity College.

Founder and Co-Music Director · byMusic SingaporeApr 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 8 mos

Works on choral composition, conducting, teaching piece analysis, understanding, and appreciation and ideation of music design.

Freelance Composer and Teacher · Self-employedJan 2017 – Present · 9 yrs 11 mos

Composer and arranger for Piano Solo, Opera, Choirs, Orchestras and for Film Scoring for theatre and satire. Mostly focusing on Experimental and Avant-Garde, Minimalist, Classics and Impressionism.

Education· 6

Diploma in Architecture · Singapore Polytechnic2030 – 2022
Master of Music (Composition) · The Juilliard School2030 – 2019
Associate Diploma in Pianoforte Performance · ABRSM2030 – 2019
Diploma in Pianoforte Performance, DipLCM · London College of Music / University of West London2030 – 2019

Certifications and awards

Hong Kong Young Talents Award in Piano (Gold)2018 – 2025
MOE Edusave Bursary Award2016 – 2018
MOE Edusave Good Progression Award2014 – 2016

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