Shaping musicians with passion, precision, and a deep love for the art.
Doctorate in Piano Performance & Pedagogy · University of Miami
About
Born in Chișinău, Moldova, Larisa Soboleva began her musical journey at the age of five. Her gift was evident early — she was accepted into the National Academy of Music, Theatre and Fine Arts in Chișinău, where she studied under Inna Hatipova and Sergei Covalenco.
In 2008, she earned a full scholarship to Rowan University, studying with Professor Veda Zuponcic. She went on to earn two Master's Degrees in Piano Performance and a Doctorate in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Miami — a rare trifecta that grounds her teaching in both artistic mastery and pedagogical science.
Today, Dr. Soboleva runs Solaris Piano Studio in Holly, Michigan — a studio built on the belief that every student, regardless of age or level, deserves an approach tailored to their unique personality and musical aspirations.
Accomplishments
University of Miami — combining artistic mastery with the science of teaching.
Full scholarship at Rowan University under Professor Veda Zuponcic.
Earned top prizes in competitions across Europe and the United States.
Repertoire spanning Beethoven, Chopin, Scriabin, Rachmaninoff, and Crumb.
Selected for a full-ride scholarship with renowned pedagogue Veda Zuponcic.
Group class piano instructor at Steinway Piano Gallery Detroit.
Teaching Philosophy
Dr. Soboleva believes that musical education is not a one-size-fits-all formula. Each student arrives with their own personality, goals, and relationship with music — and the teacher's role is to meet them there.
— Dr. Larisa Soboleva
Her students are encouraged to participate in recitals and performance opportunities that build confidence, stage presence, and a lifelong love for music.
Testimonials
Dr. Soboleva has an incredible gift for understanding exactly what each student needs. My daughter went from hesitant to confident in just three months.
I started piano as an adult beginner, worried it was too late. Larisa's patience and encouragement made every lesson a joy. She meets you where you are.
The recitals she organizes are transformative. My son used to be terrified of performing — now he volunteers to play first. Her teaching goes beyond technique.
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