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Pianolessen door conservatoriumstudent – klassiek, jazz, improvisatie en muziektheorie
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Ik ben Mark, pianist en student aan Conservatorium Maastricht. In 2026 werd ik toegelaten tot zowel Berklee College of Music (VS) als Conservatorium Maastricht, waar ik ervoor koos mijn studie voort te zetten.

Ik geef pianolessen aan leerlingen van alle leeftijden en niveaus. Tijdens de lessen werken we aan pianotechniek, muzikaliteit, improvisatie, gehoortraining en muziektheorie, altijd afgestemd op jouw persoonlijke doelen en muzikale interesses.

Je kunt kiezen voor klassieke piano, jazz, improvisatie of een combinatie hiervan. Of je nu helemaal vanaf het begin begint, al ervaring hebt of je voorbereidt op een toelatingsexamen of conservatoriumstudie, ik pas de lessen aan jouw niveau en doelen aan.

Mijn lessen zijn persoonlijk, gestructureerd en ontspannen. Mijn doel is niet alleen om je te leren piano spelen, maar ook om je muzikale inzicht, creativiteit en zelfvertrouwen te ontwikkelen.

Ik geef les in het Engels en Russisch. De lessen kunnen online plaatsvinden of persoonlijk in Maastricht en omliggende steden.
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About Me
Hello! My name is Mark, and I’m a professional pianist, music educator, and aspiring jazz musician.

Music has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I graduated from a professional music college with a degree in Classical Piano and have performed both as a solo pianist and with orchestras. Over the past year, I received scholarship offers from Berklee College of Music (USA) and Maastricht Conservatory (The Netherlands), where I continue my musical journey.

I enjoy working with students of all ages and experience levels—from complete beginners to advanced musicians preparing for auditions or looking to expand their skills.

My lessons are always tailored to each student’s goals. Whether you want to learn classical piano, explore jazz, improve your music theory, develop improvisation skills, write your own music, or simply play your favorite songs with confidence, I’ll create a personalized learning plan that works for you.

I believe that learning music should be both inspiring and enjoyable. My goal is not only to teach technique but also to help students understand music, express themselves creatively, and enjoy the learning process.

Lessons are available in English and Russian, both online and in person (depending on location).

I look forward to helping you achieve your musical goals!
Education
Republican College of Music (Russia)
Professional Diploma in Classical Piano Performance
Graduated with professional training in classical piano, music theory, ear training, chamber music, accompaniment, and performance practice.

Maastricht Conservatory (Zuyd University of Applied Sciences) (currently studying)
Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Piano
Experience / Qualifications
* Professional pianist and music teacher.
* Received scholarship admission offers from Berklee College of Music (USA) and Maastricht Conservatory (The Netherlands).
* Performed as a solo pianist and with symphony orchestras at concerts and music festivals.
* Laureate and prize winner of several national and international piano competitions.
* Experience teaching children, teenagers, and adults of different skill levels.
* Lessons are available in English and Russian, both online and in person.
* Individual teaching approach tailored to each student’s goals and level
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
45 minutes
60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Russian
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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At student's home
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Wed
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04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
🎹 Jazz Piano – Jazz standards, improvisation, comping, voicings, rhythm, phrasing, and stylistic interpretation.

🎼 Jazz Harmony – Chord progressions, functional harmony, reharmonization, modal interchange, voice leading, and chord extensions.

✍️ Composition – Learn to write original music, develop melodies, harmonies, musical form, and your own artistic voice.

🎷 Arranging – Create professional arrangements for solo piano, bands, and ensembles using modern jazz techniques.

🎵 Music Theory – Build a strong theoretical foundation to understand and perform music with confidence.

👂 Ear Training – Improve your musical ear through interval recognition, chord identification, transcription, and harmonic listening.

✨ Improvisation – Develop confidence in creating expressive solos and spontaneous musical ideas.
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🎹 Classical Piano (beginners to advanced, children & adults)

🎼 Music Theory & Ear Training (Solfège)

🎓 Preparation for auditions and entrance exams to music schools, colleges, conservatories, and universities

Lessons are available online or in person (depending on location).

I teach in English and Russian.

Every lesson is tailored to your goals. Whether you’re:

* starting from scratch,
* preparing for auditions,
* improving your piano technique,
* or simply playing for enjoyment,

I’ll create a personalized learning plan that fits your level and interests.

My teaching focuses not only on technique, but also on developing musicality, creativity, confidence, and a genuine understanding of music.

I look forward to meeting you!
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Hello! I am an English saxophonist, guitarist, pianist and composer / music theorist, currently based in Maastricht, NL. I've been playing saxophone, guitar and piano for 15 years and after building a life around music and creative expression, it's my passion to share that with anyone eager to learn; at any level. I believe music can bring so much value to our lives, it can excite us and move us, give us a sense of purpose and identity and ultimately enrich us in ways we would never otherwise grow.

Are you a musician already, but you haven’t opened the door to music theory and don’t know where to start? Perhaps you are preparing for upcoming exams, or you simply want to spark your curiosity further with the mechanics of music? At any level, I’m here to teach music theory for jazz and contemporary music.
I want to show my students the connection between music on a theoretical level and their instruments. And how understanding the building blocks of music can lead to new creative avenues through which to express themselves. It can be a struggle to know where to get started both technically and theoretically; understanding your instrument and what you are playing can help to facilitate real musical growth.
As a conservatory student, having followed advanced jazz music theory. I can help at any level to further your knowledge and understanding of music. Theory is such a powerful tool for composition, songwriting and improvisation, let’s learn together in an environment that puts you and your instrument first.
I offer classes from beginner musicians to conservatory / music school entrance exams and everything in between & beyond.
If you are interested, feel free to get in touch!
Looking forward to meeting you!
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Hello! I am an English saxophonist, guitarist, pianist and composer / music theorist, currently based in Maastricht, NL. I've been playing saxophone, guitar and piano for 15 years and after building a life around music and creative expression, it's my passion to share that with anyone eager to learn; at any level. I believe music can bring so much value to our lives, it can excite us and move us, give us a sense of purpose and identity and ultimately enrich us in ways we would never otherwise grow.

Are you a musician already, but you haven’t opened the door to music theory and don’t know where to start? Perhaps you are preparing for upcoming exams, or you simply want to spark your curiosity further with the mechanics of music? At any level, I’m here to teach music theory for jazz and contemporary music.
I want to show my students the connection between music on a theoretical level and their instruments. And how understanding the building blocks of music can lead to new creative avenues through which to express themselves. It can be a struggle to know where to get started both technically and theoretically; understanding your instrument and what you are playing can help to facilitate real musical growth.
As a conservatory student, having followed advanced jazz music theory. I can help at any level to further your knowledge and understanding of music. Theory is such a powerful tool for composition, songwriting and improvisation, let’s learn together in an environment that puts you and your instrument first.
I offer classes from beginner musicians to conservatory / music school entrance exams and everything in between & beyond.
If you are interested, feel free to get in touch!
Looking forward to meeting you!
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