Professional pianist, accompanist, fully qualified and experienced piano teacher, vocal coach.
Holder of two Masters degrees in Piano Performance from universities in the USA and Poland. Trained in psychology, pedagogy and methodology of teaching piano. Dedicated, creative, and inspirational piano teacher, specialized particularly in coaching students toward taking examinations and performing live on stage, passionate about introducing students to the world of piano and exploring the beauty and value of music. Experienced performer, appeared as a soloist, chamber musician and accompanist on stages of such renowned concert halls like, among others, Carnegie Weill Recital Hall, Steinway Hall and Yamaha Hall in New York City, USA. Accomplished, sensitive, flexible and attentive accompanist. Vocal coach with an experience in working at an acclaimed opera theater. Participant of numerous piano solo and chamber music masterclasses led by prominent musicians and professors. Recipient of various scholarships. Currently relocating to Newcastle, looking for opportunities to share the knowledge, use the already gained experience and abilities as well as for further professional development.
Experienced, professional and competent at:
- Accompanying vocalists and instrumentals of all level and abilities, from beginners, through master and doctoral university students, during their lessons, exams, degree recitals and competitions, up to professional musicians during opera theaters or orchestras auditions, concerts and competitions.
- Coaching and training professional opera singers
- Playing piano at coaching sessions, music, production and stage rehearsals at an opera theater
- Playing keyboard instruments (piano, organ, harpsichord continuo, celeste) during opera spectacles, concert performances and recordings
- Cooperating with conductors, musical and stage directors
- Very good sight reader