Anastasiya
About
🎹 Welcome! I'm Anastasiya – Your Piano & Music Theory Teacher
"Every great musician starts with a single note. My role is to help you turn that note into confidence, creativity, and lifelong musical skills."
Music has been my passion for as long as I can remember, and for the past 15 years I have been helping students of all ages discover their musical potential. Whether you're taking your very first piano lesson, preparing for an exam, or looking to refine your performance skills, I will create lessons that are tailored specifically to your goals, learning style, and pace.
🎼 Why learn with me?
🎹 15 years of teaching experience with children (from 4 years old) through to adults.
🌍 International teaching experience in both Belarus and the United Arab Emirates.
🏫 Currently teaching Secondary Music in the UAE, preparing students for GCSE and A-Level Music qualifications.
🎓 Previously taught at GEMS World Academy, delivering lessons within both the IB (International Baccalaureate) and British Curriculum.
🎼 Experienced in preparing students for ABRSM and MTB examinations, with students consistently achieving outstanding results—including Distinction. The lowest score achieved by my students has been 87/100, reflecting careful preparation and a strong understanding of each learner's needs.
🎻 Performed as a Symphony Orchestra musician for 8 years, giving me extensive real-world performance experience that I bring into every lesson.
🎼 Worked as a Concertmaster for 11 years, developing advanced musicianship, leadership, ensemble skills, and artistic excellence.
🎤 Organised and directed concerts, rehearsals, music festivals, competitions, and performances, helping students gain valuable stage experience and confidence.
🏆 Proudly guided students who have participated successfully in regional, national, and international music competitions.
🎓 Graduated from the Belarusian State University of Culture and Arts, where I developed a strong foundation in music performance, education, and pedagogy.
🌟 What are my lessons like?
No two students are the same, so no two lessons should be the same.
Every lesson is carefully planned around your individual goals—whether you want to:
🎵 Learn piano as a hobby
🎓 Prepare for ABRSM or MTB examinations
🎼 Improve your Music Theory
🎹 Build confidence before performances
🌟 Develop strong technique and musical expression
❤️ Simply enjoy making music
Lessons combine technical development, creativity, musical understanding, and practical performance in a friendly, encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and challenging themselves.
I believe learning music should be engaging, inspiring, and enjoyable—not stressful.
💡 My Teaching Philosophy
I truly believe that every person has musical talent.
The real question isn't whether you are talented.
The question is: How far are you willing to explore your own potential?
My mission is to help every student unlock that potential through patience, encouragement, structured guidance, and a genuine love of music.
Together, we'll celebrate every achievement—from your very first melody to your biggest performance.
Let's begin your musical journey—I can't wait to meet you!