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Piano, Organ, Harpsichord, Music Theory, Analysis, Vocal Coaching
Hi everyone! I teach keyboard instruments, music theory/analysis, and vocal coaching. I am trained both as a classical pianist and organist in my native Bulgaria and the USA. For more than 25 years I have worked as church organist, collaborative musician and vocal coach. I enjoy teaching my students how to unlock their potential and how to let music speak for itself. I meet my students where they are in their musical journey, and help them close the gap to where they want to be.
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At teacher's location: St. Bede the Venerable Church, Foothill Boulevard, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, USA






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Age: | Children (7-12 years old) Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old) |
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Student level: | Beginner Intermediate Advanced |
Duration: | 30 minutes 45 minutes 60 minutes |
The class is taught in: | English, Bulgarian, French, Italian |
About Me
I believe music is the most universal language. It has the power to transform the human soul and to make us better people. It is also probably the most direct line of communication with the Divine. Beauty brings us closer to God and to our inner selves. It also helps us connect with people and build communities. Music plays an indispensable part in teaching us who we are as human beings, and how beauty in sound can change us for the better.Education
Bachelor in Piano Performance, State Academy of Music- Sofia, BulgariaMaster in Piano Performance, University of North Carolina School of the Arts- Winston-Salem, USA
Artist Diploma in Organ Performance, University of Southern California- Los Angeles, USA
Experience / Qualifications
Piano, Organ, Harpsichord, Theory, Analysis, Vocal CoachingPiano and Organ recitals in Bulgaria, the Netherlands, and the USA.
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