Piano Lessons in Valrico, FL

Instruments: Piano

I started taking piano lessons at age of five and already knew that it would be my career’s path. I always loved everything that related to music: dancing, composing, and singing in a school choir. I participated in many recitals, competitions winning some prizes, so it became clear I could not see my life without music. I enjoyed playing many different types of concerts in Russia getting the best experience as a piano player. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music. It's important that each of my students progress at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Flute Clarinet Recorder Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am not a teacher who uses specific method books. I use books based on the student's musical preferences or sometimes none at all. A good technique is always emphasized. My area of expertise is Sight Reading. This is an essential aspect of learning to play any instrument. A good sight reader is always able to learn their pieces faster and be better performers. A typical 'first lessons' for beginners is the exploration of the instrument, its tonal qualities, how the instrument works, and the creation of their own music on the instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard

I believe in creating a custom lesson plan for my students. This is important for any age! Students (young and old) need to have something to work towards. I enjoy allowing student to pick what types of music they want to learn how to play and incorporating that music into their lesson plans. I will typically use a whiteboard to teach student how to read music and make the lesson interactive, and adjust the lesson to fit the learning level they are at. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I believe that it is the teacher duty not only to impart the wisdom expected of them, but to also guide the students in their academic endeavors. While I understand that each and every student is unique in their learning and progress, I will always strive to push my students forward and sometimes out of their comfort zones as to be better performers, better musicians, and better people. That being said, although I'm strict with the work assigned of my students, I'll always be lenient in terms of understanding that there is never one single way of learning something. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

20+ Years of professional Music teaching experience Taught music in public and private schools, community ensembles, groups, colleges and tutored college level theory, piano and voice 15+ years of professional Piano/Choral Accompanying Experience Manhattan Beach Middle School, Luna Middle School, Lennox Unified School District, Rancho Palos Verdes High School and Rancho Palos Verdes Middle School, Yuba College, Cal State University, Fulleron, Cal State University, Chico, Yuba Sutter Youth Chorus, Yuba Sutter Master Chorale, Bel Canto Singers, Allegro Piano Studio, Orange County Music Academy, Redondo School of Dance and Music, Alamo Music, Cathedral Pianist for San Fernando Cathedral, San Antonio, A# School of Music, Aria School of Music, Palm Bay School of Music, Palm Bay Academy, and Brandon School of Music Taught throughout Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Seattle Metro Area, Central Florida and Tampa Bay, Florida K-12 Music Education Certification-Florida Department of Education  K-6 Elemenatry Education Certification-Florida Department of Education   Read More