Concert pianist and piano educator — from the stages of Europe to studios across Michigan and online.
Doctorate in Keyboard Performance & Pedagogy · University of Miami
About Me
Music has been an inseparable part of my life for as long as I can remember. It all started when I was just four years old, and my love for music caught the attention of my dear mother. She saw my excitement and decided to take me to a music school, where my incredible journey began. Since then, I've had the privilege of learning from amazing musicians and wonderful people who have left a lasting impact on my life.
Through years of dedication, I accomplished two Master's Degrees in Piano Performance and a Doctorate in Piano Performance and Pedagogy. Along the way, I had the joy of participating in numerous national and international competitions, earning prizes and opportunities to perform at various music festivals. I've experienced the stage both as a soloist and as part of chamber ensembles, and it has been an exhilarating ride.
However, what truly fills my heart is sharing my knowledge and love for music with students of all ages. Over the past decade, teaching has become the focus of my life. It brings me immense happiness to see my students grow and develop their musical skills — and I've discovered that I learn so much myself through the act of teaching.
Awards & Recognition
Republican Competition of Composition — 3rd Prize
Chișinău, Moldova
Republican Competition of Composition — 2nd Prize
Chișinău, Moldova
National Competition "Clapele Fermecate" — 3rd Prize
Chișinău, Moldova
National Competition "Martian Negrea" — 1st Prize
Ploiești, Romania
International Competition "Carl Filtsch" — Special Prize Carl Filtsch
Sibiu, Romania
International Delphic Games — Diploma
Kyiv, Ukraine
International Competition "Eugen Coca" — Honorable Mention
Chișinău, Moldova
Piano Competition NJMTA — 3rd Prize
Princeton, NJ
Rowan University Soloist Concerto Competition
Glassboro, NJ
Piano Competition NJMTA — 2nd Prize
Princeton, NJ
Piano Competition NJMTA — 2nd Prize
Princeton, NJ
MTNA State Competition — Honorable Mention
Glassboro, NJ
International Young Artists Piano Competition — 3rd Prize
Maryland / Washington DC
Chopin International Piano Competition — Honorable Mention
Hartford, CT
Clavier Companion Magazine — Writing Contest Winner
Published in the November / December 2013 issue
Education
Degree in Piano Performance
Chișinău, Moldova
Bachelor's Degree in Piano Performance
Chișinău, Moldova
Master's Degree in Piano Performance
Chișinău, Moldova
Master's Degree in Piano Performance
Glassboro, NJ
Doctorate in Keyboard Performance & Pedagogy
Coral Gables, FL
Principal Teachers
Work Experience
Choir Pianist
Baptist Church "Isus Salvatorul" — Chișinău, Moldova
Accompanist
National Theatre of Opera — Moldova
Teacher of Music Literature
Lyceum "Mihail Sadoveanu" — Chișinău, Moldova
Choir Pianist
Camden County College, NJ
Graduate Assistant
Rowan University — Glassboro, NJ
Piano Teacher
Rowan Piano Prep School, NJ
Adjunct Professor
Rowan University — Glassboro, NJ
Instructor of Music Theory
Northern Lights Music Festival, MN
Teacher Assistant
University of Miami — Coral Gables, FL
Piano Instructor
Rowan University Piano Prep School, NJ
Piano Instructor & Accompanist
Frost Young Musicians' Camp — University of Miami
Piano Faculty
Preparatory Program, Frost School of Music — University of Miami
Piano Faculty
Superior Academy of Music — Miami, FL
Piano Faculty
Art of Musique — Canton, MI
Piano Faculty
Music Authority — Dearborn, MI
Piano Faculty
School for the Arts — Brighton, MI
Church Pianist
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church — Dearborn, MI
Piano Teacher
Lesson With You — online
Piano Faculty
Steinway Piano Gallery — Commerce Township, MI
Piano Studio
My teaching philosophy revolves around creating a comfortable, supportive learning environment where students can express themselves freely and have fun as they learn. I tailor my teaching methods to suit each student's unique learning style and musical preferences, ensuring a personalized and engaging music education experience.
I believe it's essential for students to develop a solid technical foundation, but I also encourage them to explore their creative side and experiment with improvisation and composition. Throughout our lessons, I challenge and motivate my students to achieve their goals — whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player, I will work with you to develop a customized plan that helps you progress and reach your potential.
I encourage my students to participate in recitals and other performance opportunities to build confidence and showcase their musical talents. If you're interested in piano lessons, please don't hesitate to contact me — I would be thrilled to begin working with you.
Private lessons at my studio in Fenton
On location in Southeast Michigan
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Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player, lessons are tailored to your unique learning style and musical preferences — a comfortable, supportive environment where you can express yourself freely and have fun as you learn.
Tell me about your musical background and goals — I'll work with you to build a customized plan.
