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Composition and Arranging in jazz, classical and contemporary styles
Lessons are specifically tailored to the needs of each student, with a focus on their personal requests. I offer various approaches — teaching, coaching, mentoring. My lesson style ranges from diving into music theory and analysing great music works of the past, to developing a musical concept for your compositions and working on your personal style.
I am proficient in jazz arranging and composing, classical orchestration and composition, jazz and classical theory, solfege, rhythmics, as well as working within interdisciplinary fields — combining different art forms with music.
I offer a wide range of possibilities — writing your own compositions/songs; arranging for a big band (or any other ensemble); songwriting; working with strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion.
Your motivation is the limit:)
I am also working with Sibelius as a software, so I can teach you to use it.
I am proficient in jazz arranging and composing, classical orchestration and composition, jazz and classical theory, solfege, rhythmics, as well as working within interdisciplinary fields — combining different art forms with music.
I offer a wide range of possibilities — writing your own compositions/songs; arranging for a big band (or any other ensemble); songwriting; working with strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion.
Your motivation is the limit:)
I am also working with Sibelius as a software, so I can teach you to use it.
Location
At teacher's location: 1094 HS Amsterdam, Netherlands
At student's location: Around Amsterdam, Netherlands
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General info
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: | 45 minutes 60 minutes |
The class is taught in: | English, Dutch, Russian |
About Me
Highly skilled musician with a strong proficiency in composition and arranging incontemporary, classical, jazz, experimental and pop styles. Proven expertise in
working within' inter/multi-disciplinary fields, working with variety of
instrumentational set-ups and variety of styles. Demonstrated ability to produce
musical experiences through original, creative methods as evidenced by extensive
feedback, and collaborations with venues and orchestras.
Education
2023 - nowMaster’s in Jazz Composition and Arranging | Conservatorium van Amsterdam
2019 – 2023
Bachelor’s in Jazz Composition and Arranging | AHK
Degree received from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam
2018 – 2019
Actor of Theater and Cinema | Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography
2010 – 2017
Jazz and academic singing | Children's Music School of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
2009 – 2019
Jazz drums and vibraphone; jazz and classical piano | Children's Jazz Music School of Kim Nazaretov
Experience / Qualifications
VENUES: I have had my works performed at Dutch National Opera and Ballet, NPO Classic Radio, Paradiso Amsterdam, Oosterkerk, Jazz Fest, Amsterdam Blue Note, Podium Eibergen and others.COLLEAGUES: I have had an opportunity to work with such musicians as Randy Brecker, Ben Wendel, Esdilia Rombley, Berget Lewis, Nils Wogram, Jesse van Ruller, Percy Purseglove, Sasha Berliner and others.
WORKSHOPS: I’ve had an opportunity to attend workshops with such artists/musicians as
Maria Schneider, Jim McNeely, Randy Brecker, Vince Mendoza, Miho Hazama.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE: I have been teaching since 2018 till now in private;
Official teaching positions:
September 2024 – now
Maxim’s Muziekschool | Muziekdocent
September 2023 - June 2024
Concertino “Muziekonderwijs” | Muziekdocent
Short CV:
March 2025
"Titus" staging of a play by Shakespeare | Composer&Pianist
Amsterdam Dance Academie
February 2025
Orkest Koninklijke Luchtmacht | Arranger of “Ebony Concerto” by Igor Stravinsky
January 2025
Quincy Jones Tribute Concert at Paradiso | Arranger
January 2025
«Humming» | Composer&Conductor
for 3 singers, cello, bathroom ventilation and live electronics, was premiered at
Amsterdam Blue Note
October 2024
Leidens Ontzet 2024 – Maxikoraal | Arranger
Set of arrangements for the Leiden Festival
June 2024
Jaïnda Buiter - «CityProms Leeuwarden» | Arranger
A set of arrangements for Jaïnda Buiter
April 2024
«For E.» NPO Classic Radio | Composer
for violin and piano, performed as a part of the “De Muziekfabriek” dedicated to the
section Vrij Spel
March 2024
«Pull up if I pull uP» Dutch National Opera and Ballet | Composer&Conductor
An opera I wrote and conducted for the Dutch National Opera and Ballet as a part of
“Opera Forward Festival 2024”
January 2024
“The Last Song of Kauaʻi ʻōʻō Bird” | Composer&Conductor
for string quartet based on a recording of mating call of the last bird of these
species, integrated into a 12-tone system
March 2022
“Suite in Three Movements” | Composer
for harp, cello, english horn and clarinet, commissioned by “Unsung+Unheard”
Festival of Female Music, performed at Oosterkerk, Amsterdam
September 2021
“Rocher Blanc, Lune – Bleue” | Composer
for two classical guitars; FonoDuo commission for the “International Ligita Guitar
Competition”
Piano lessons for beginners, intermediate and advanced players.
The lessons are designed to meet your personal musical interests and goals. Whether you're drawn to the structure and beauty of classical music or the improvisational freedom of jazz, I can guide you through both worlds.
In classical lessons, we’ll focus on developing strong technique, understanding music theory, and exploring works from famous composers. If you’re more interested in jazz, I’ll introduce you to improvisation, chord progressions, and learning to express your own musical voice.
My approach is flexible and based on where you are as a musician. I believe in creating a supportive, relaxed environment where you can feel comfortable exploring your creativity and growing at your own pace.
Lessons are focused on not just playing the piano, but understanding and enjoying the music you play. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to deepen your skills, I’ll help you develop both your technique, phrasing, expressiveness. and your musical ear.
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