‘Where words leave off, music begins’ – Heinrich Heine

Since 2008, I have been observing how immersion in the magical world of harmonious sounds and beautiful melodies positively affects students from diverse backgrounds. For me, teaching music is both a great joy and a great privilege!

As a Choral Conducting Major (Omsk State Music College, Class of 2010; Novosibirsk State Conservatory, Class of 2015) and a Master of Arts with a specialization in Music Criticism (Saint-Petersburg State University/Bard College, Class of 2018), I believe that singing, piano playing & musical theory are all tightly intertwined. Therefore, I have been developing a unique teaching method that is centered around a balance of musical skills beneficial for any age group of musicians.

Throughout the years, I have also been invited to perform as an accompanist for amateur vocalists and as a solo pianist at various private & charity events (among them - luncheons at the Russian-American Community Services cafeteria, dinners at The Norwegian Club).

I am always open to discussions of additional creative collaborations!

Some random facts

My favorite symphonies are Beethoven’s 7th, Dvorak’s 5th, and Tchaikovsky’s 6th.

Literature that inspires me most is The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho.

I think that going on long road trips is the best way to travel.