Anastasia | Teacher #4825
About Anastasia
Anastasia is an experienced piano and violin teacher who earned her Bachelor's in Music and a post-graduate pedagogical course (equivalent to a Master's degree) in Russia. As a performer, she toured extensively across Europe and worked with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra for over 20 years. Her lessons are available online and in students' homes in Mount Pearl Park, Paradise, and St. Johns. Anastasia teaches in both English and Russian.
Piano Violin Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate)
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical
English Russian
Teaching Philosophy
After more than 20 years of teaching students of different ages, levels and cultures - i have learned that not two journeys are ever the same. Some students dive in with fearless curiosity, others take carefull steps - but all eventually discover that the road to beautifull playing is paved with patience, discipline and joy. I believe in teaching the whole musician. Technique is important- it's the foundation. And yes, building it can be challenging and sometimes frustrating. But i've seen time and again that hard work blossoms into something deeply rewarding: confidence, creativity and a powerful sense of achievement. My lessons are tailored to the each student individuality. I aim to create a warm, encouraging space where students feel free to explore, make mistakes, and grow- not just as performers but as expressive, thoughtful musicians.
Musical Education
I have a honours Bachelor Degree in music with qualifications as violin teacher, solo, chamber ensemble and orchesrta performer. I finished postgraduation pedagogical course equivalent to a Master degree. I started both violin and piano at the age of 6 in Russia. At age of 19 i was performing as soloist with symphonic and chamber orchestras. During my studies in Gnesins Academy of Music in Moscow I was participating in various concerts as chamber ensemble musician and soloist. My violin teacher in Moscow was a student of David Oistrach. I went to a concert tours to Austria, Germany,France,Spain. As a student i participated in Festival of Youth Orchestras by Sigety in Austria.
Awards and Distinctions
All Russian violin competition in Nizhniy Novgorod, 3rd prize
Special Skills and Trainings
My teachers were students of great russian violinists as David Oistrakh and Yuri Yankelevich. During my studies in Gnesins Academy of Music in Moscow, i participated in chamber orchestra concerts and also toured Austria and Germany with a chamber ensemble. I worked in Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra , one of the best orchestras in Asia for over 20 years. While residing in Asia i was performing as violinist in variety of concerts including tours to China, Japan, Australia, Cambodia, Vietnam as orchestra and chamber ensemble artist. For the past 2 years i was teaching Violin, Piano and Music Theory classes in private music school in Thailand.
Lessons in your home
Anastasia is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Mount Pearl Park, NL
- Paradise, NL
- St. Johns, NL
Lessons on an online platform
Anastasia can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Anastasia is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
Our Promise to You
Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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