My name is Tanya Otto, and I earned my Master's degree in music. I teach piano and music theory at my private studio. I speak both English and Russian, and I believe everyone is born with musical ability. With over 45 years of experience teaching students of all ages, levels and styles assures that learning even challenging music can still be fun and rewarding. I offer different components of teaching piano:

1. Russian method gives you carefully selected exercises and pieces to build up your technique, touch and tone as a way of expressing yourself. This is a foundation of any style and maximizes the progress, so I strive for you to master both technique and artistry. There is no music without both.
2. American approach: Emphasizes joy and explores different styles.
3. Cultural diversity: Encourages students to learn music from their homeland with customized arrangements as needed.
4. Royal Conservatory Program: Offers standardized 10-level courses and measures musical progress.

Whether you’re aiming to become a pianist or play for relaxation, I’ll help you to reach your goals. Contact me for a free consultation and let’s share our love of music.