LESSONS
Private piano instruction focused on artistry, technique, confidence, and musical expression.
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
“Teaching means to use experience and expertise to help students develop and enrich their very own personalities and artistry” —Leonid Sintsev, former pedagogue at Saint Petersburg Conservatory and my professor and mentor.
I offer a structured yet personalized approach to piano education, combining strong technical foundation with creativity, musical understanding, and artistic expression.
With over 20 years of teaching experience, my background includes advanced conservatory degrees in:
• Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Music Theory
Lessons are tailored to each student’s individuality, goals and learning style.
My teaching draws from traditions Russian and UK piano pedagogies, emphasizing:
• posture and technique
• tone production
• musical expression
• reading skills
• artistic confidence
I believe students thrive when discipline and enjoyment are balanced in a warm and motivating environment.
WHO I WORK WITH
• Children
• Teens
• Adults
• Beginners through advanced students
• ABRSM preparation available
Lessons are available both in-person in San Marcos and online.
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Students regularly perform in studio recitals throughout the year, performing at venues including:
• Greene Music Hall
• Steinway Hall
• Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
Recent student achievements include:
• ABRSM Merit and Distinction results across multiple levels
• Students awarded Merit in the ARSM Diploma in Music Performance
• Prize-winning students in International Piano Competitions
• A student selected to perform at Carnegie Hall and concert venues in Tokyo following an International competition award
• Regular student performances in studio recitals and public concerts
PARENT & STUDENTS REVIEWS:
” Maria Teresa is an inspiring and highly professional teacher…” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
” Both technique and musicality improved tremendously…” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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ABRSM EXAMSThe ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) is one of the world’s most respected music examination systems, offering internationally recognized assessments in piano performance and music theory.
Students may choose to prepare for ABRSM examinations as part of their piano studies, developing:
• strong technique
• musical understanding
• performance confidence
• structured long-term progress
Exams are available from beginner through advanced diploma levels.
Maria Teresa Studio offers personalized ABRSM preparation for students interested in formal musical achievement and international certification.
START YOUR PIANO JOURNEY
Whether your goal is artistic growth, structured musical education, ABRSM preparation, or simply the joy of playing piano, lessons are tailored to each student’s individual path and pace.
Maria Teresa Studio offers a warm, focused, and inspiring environment where students can develop technique, musical understanding, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for music.
Lessons are available in-person in San Marcos, California, as well as online for selected students.
