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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks Russian, French, English, Italian
Teaching since 1998
Master of Arts in Music Education
- 2 Repeated Students
Classical Piano for all ages & levels
Classical music is my life passion and I am happy to introduce to my students the best of its piano compositions in styles from Baroque to contemporary. On the example of the chosen repertoire, we learn to define, compare and analyze the structure, harmony, theory and interpretation of classical compositions. Understanding of what was beyond the notes helps my students to discover the world of classical piano in the full aspect. Under my guidence you will be excited to learn to play more classical music than you ever did!
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
6 AM-5 PM
Tuesday
9 AM-1 PM
Wednesday
6 AM-5 PM
Thursday
6 AM-5 PM
Friday
6 AM-1 PM
Saturday
8 AM-10 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$45
60 minutes
$85
About Polina D.
4.9
(59)
I am an experienced classical pianist with honorable degrees obtained from the most prestigious musical institutions in the world - State Academy of Music (Russian conservatory of music) located in Minsk, Belarus, as well as The College of Saint-Rose, Albany, New York, Unites States. Piano has been my main area of concentration since I was five years old, so I consider myself to be a top professional in the music field.
I really enjoy working with highly motivated students and welcome various ages and levels. I have worked both with professional musicians and beginner level music enthusiasts. As a teacher and piano soloist, I have worked in various countries including Russia, Italy, France and the United States. My international teaching experience has been showing wonderful results, and I am proud of my students winning the highest places in the international auditions, competitions and festivals worldwide.
My thoroughly developed teaching method is built on the best combination of Russian and European traditions in music education, and it is intended to build and advance skills in reading, technique, theory, to enrich music appreciation by exploring compositions of variety of styles and genres, to discover the internal abilities and approach to an instrument, and master performing techniques.
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59 Reviews
William
Online
Polina is by far and away the best piano teacher I ever had. Her lessons are of much higher value than what she charges. Her musical knowledge and ability is extraordinary. I would give her 6 stars if I could!
Posted Aug 24, 2021
Samantha
Online
I have been with Polina for two years and I cannot recommend her enough. She will introduce you to music in such a way that you cannot help but feel her love and passion for the subject. This is what makes every weekly lesson something I look forward to. Flexible and fun, she has guided me from my first time at the keys to Liszt. As an adult learner, I came in thinking my goals were impossible, but she made it all possible!
Polina radiates kindness, and always knows how to push me to succeed at any given piece I bring to her (even ones that I thought I’d never be able to play). Her teaching style is repertoire over technique which has meant in all my time with her I have never gotten bored with the piano or stuck in the seven levels of Hanon.
I highly recommend her to anyone and everyone, I often brag about her to my friends. Schedule her if you find an opening. It’s not often you can find someone so gifted in teaching music.
Posted Aug 23, 2021
V
Online
Polina is an amazing teacher. I learned so much in my first lesson. She's encouraging but honest, which is perfect for those who want real feedback to improve. Can't wait for my next lesson!
Posted Feb 18, 2020
Experience
Project Manager
Jul, 2019 - PresentPiano Ma Muse, Fontainebleau, France
Adjudicator
May, 2011 - May, 2013Louise DeFeo Parillo Piano Competition, Schenectady, New York, U.S.A.
Choral Accompanist, Piano Soloist
Sep, 2003 - Jun, 2009FUSS of Schenectady, New York, U.S.A.
Owner, Artistic Director, Music Manager, Piano Instructor
Sep, 2002 - PresentThe ART of PIANO ~ music studio, Niskayuna, New York, U.S.A.
Substitute Teacher
Sep, 2000 - Jun, 2010Niskayuna School District, New York, U.S.A.
Accompanist
Sep, 2000 - Jun, 2007Schenectady Choral Society, New York, U.S.A.
Teacher of Special Piano
Sep, 1997 - Jun, 2000State School of Music No.10, Minsk, Belarus
Concertmeister
Sep, 1997 - Jun, 2000State Opera Theatre, Minsk, Belarus
Music Consultant & Accompanist of the Belarusian National Gymnastics Team
Sep, 1993 - Jun, 2000State School of Olympic Reserve, Minsk, Belarus
Education
Master of Arts in Music Education
Sep, 1992 - Jun, 1997State Academy of Music, Minsk, Belarus
Master of Arts in Music Education
Aug, 2006 - Jun, 2008College of Saint-Rose, New York, U.S.A.
Master of Arts in Piano Performance
Sep, 1992 - Jun, 1998State Academy of Music, Minsk, Belarus
Certifications
Performer, Concertmeister, Chamber Ensemble Artist, Teacher of Special Piano
Jun, 1997State Academy of Music, Minsk, Belarus
Awards
Best of Lessons
Jul, 2018Best of Lessons
Languages
Italian
Limited Proficiency
Russian
Native Proficiency
French
Limited Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
Polina's Gallery
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
6 AM-5 PM
Tuesday
9 AM-1 PM
Wednesday
6 AM-5 PM
Thursday
6 AM-5 PM
Friday
6 AM-1 PM
Saturday
8 AM-10 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$45
60 minutes
$85
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