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Pavel Petrov is a highly trained and experienced music educator and pianist. He has over 15 years of experience teaching piano and music theory to students of all ages. He is dedicated to crafting well-rounded, engaging lessons and tailoring instruction to meet individual student needs. Petrov holds a Doctorate in Music and has performed extensively both as a solo pianist and accompanist throughout the US, Europe, and Asia.
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- 1. Pavel Petrov MUSIC EDUCATOR | PIANO INSTRUCTOR Burbank, CA 91504 pianistpavelpetroff@gmail.com - (415)322-7281 http://pavelpetroff.wix.com/pianistpavelpetrov Multi-talented musician, dedicated teaching professional who is highly trained in a wide array of artistic mediums and cultural traditions. Aptitude for instilling music appreciation, integrating cooperative and productive learning, multiculturalism and inventive musical presentations to vary lesson plans and provide a well-rounded learning experience for students. Ability for tailoring lessons to meet student's diverse needs and provide students with opportunities to reach their fullest potential through cognitive strategies and broad range of aesthetic, historical, critical and performance experiences. Compassionate and inspiring; offer individualized support and provide positive encouragement to secure that each individual succeeds. Collaborative educator, with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to cultivate strong relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Key strengths include: Artistic Instruction Musicianship Skill Associative Thinking Student Motivation Creative Lesson Plan Development Solid Erudition, Curriculum development Technology Integration Whole Group Learning Individualized Learning Prospectus Authorized to work in the US for any employer WORK EXPERIENCE Music Director/Piano Instructor Russian Academy of Music - Orange County, CA - 2010 to 2015 Responsibilities 〓 Plan, control and direct the overall activities for school with 60 students and 5 faculty members 〓 Create and modify curriculum; plan educational program content and methods of instruction 〓 Develop and modify school's policies and rules 〓 Develop assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods by implementing computer music technologies, software programs and digital music libraries 〓 Organize educational and social activities for students, teachers and families including music workshops, masterclasses, recitals and monthly parent meetings 〓 Design, write and provide parents with detailed monthly reports that outline their child's progress 〓 Teach group lessons in music theory, ear training, solfeggio and practicing techniques 〓 Assist students in preparation for annual school exams, Royal Conservatory music program examinations and for MTAC Certificate of Merit testing: levels of expertise include
- 2. Preparatory level to Advanced/Panel 〓 Teach one-on-one music lessons: range of teaching capabilities includes introducing basics of music fundamentals to beginners, cultivating more intermediate musical and theoretical concepts to students of middle-school age, combining college-level study materials with the music repertoire of appropriate sort of difficulty and preparing high-school and college students for proficiency music tests and college-entrance examinations Organist/Choir Accompanist/Music Teacher Our Saviour's Lutheran Church - Orange, CA - 2004 to 2014 Responsibilities 〓 Taught intermediate and advanced level private classes in piano. 〓 Provided group lessons for beginners in music theory. 〓 Played organ and piano during weekly church services. 〓 Accompanied church choir, handbell choir, singers, chamber group musicians. Skills Used 〓 High level of proficiency in both piano and organ performances. 〓 Strong foundation in accompanying a broad spectrum of choral-vocal-instrumental music for adult choirs, youth choirs, church bells ensembles, instrumentalists and chamber music groups. 〓 Diverse variety of sacred, classical, contemporary and traditional music repertoires. 〓 Expertise in sight-reading music of any difficulty level. 〓 Skill to play from open vocal and orchestral scores. 〓 Knowledge of such musical devices as re-harmonization, modulation, transposition, improvisation, music theory and analysis Substitute Piano Teacher Los Angeles Music and Art School - Los Angeles, CA - 2009 to 2011 Piano/Music Theory Instructor Allegretto Music School - North Hollywood, CA - 2003 to 2010 Responsibilities 〓 Taught introductory through upper level classes in piano, music theory, ear training, music ensemble and music history 〓 Developed, introduced to the Director and taught monthly group classes in music appreciation and music theory; designed a simplified version of CM theory and ear training tests which based on the idea of listening and analyzing musical compositions without instrument but with music scores; helped students to develop a broader scope in musical disciplines and gain more positive attitude towards the format of tests and examinations 〓 Maintained large studio of pre-college piano students; provided weekly individual piano instructions; employed a broad range of instructional techniques and music repertoire to retain student interest and maximize learning; created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment; met regularly with parents to discuss children's progress; coordinated pedagogical objectives with other teachers at the school; communicated and worked with the Director to facilitate various aspects of the school program; developed strong working relationships with students to make certain that they felt welcome and appropriately challenged Piano Instructor California Institute of Music - San Diego, CA - 2006 to 2007 Responsibilities 〓 Taught intermediate and advanced level private classes in piano
- 3. 〓 Provided group lessons for beginners in music theory 〓 Coached the institute chamber music groups 〓 Provided piano accompaniment for string department students 〓 Organized and facilitated monthly parent group meetings 〓 Served as a counselor for students facilitating their progress in building proper practicing habits 〓 Effectively integrated online video practice sessions for students that needed extra help; assisted and helped parents in choosing proper audio and video equipment 〓 Presented open masterclasses and solo recitals 〓 Attended staff meetings and workshops held at the institute 〓 Cultivated harmonious relationships with all staff members, students and parents Music Instructor Moscow Central School of Music - La Puente, CA - 2005 to 2006 Responsibilities 〓 Taught introductory and upper level piano classes 〓 Taught group music theory classes with students ranging from ages 6-16; 〓 Integrated cooperative learning activities to raise class participation levels 〓 Developed and used stimulating lesson plans to help students foster music appreciation 〓 Instructed and prepared students for the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program examinations; trained piano students for RCM examinations from Preparatory A to Grade 10; supervised and provided instructions to college level students that entered RCM Elementary and Advanced Piano Pedagogy examinations; offered extra individualized tutoring to selected by the Director students who pursued the Associate of The Royal Conservatory (ARCT) diploma – the highest academic credential awarded by RCM 〓 Collaborated with the Director and other teachers to organize school recitals and student’s public performances Piano Accompanist American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Los Angeles, CA - 2004 to 2005 Responsibilities Provided music accompaniment during acting/singing/dancing classes. EDUCATION Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance, Music Education USC Thornton School of Music - Los Angeles, CA 2011 to 2018 Master of Music in Piano Performance USC Tornton School of Music - Los Angeles, CA 2011 Graduate Certificate in Advanced Performance Studies USC Thornton School of Music - Los Angeles, CA 2004 Master of Arts in Piano Performance, Pedagogy, Accompaniment Moscow State Conservatory named after Tchaikovsky - Москва
- 4. 2003 Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance, Music Theory, Accompaniment Moscow Central Special Music School for Gifted Children by Moscow State Conservatory - Москва 1998 SKILLS •Organist/Pianist/Accompanist/Music Instructor at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Orange, CA 2004-2014 •Substitute Organist at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Tustin, CA 2012-2014 •Assistant at Dale Schweitzer Pipe Organ Maintenance Shop, Orange, CA 2014 •Substitute Organist at St. Philip the Apostle Church, Pasadena, CA 2010 •Substitute Organist at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, New York 2002 •Coordinator for MTAC Concerto Competition at Irvine Branch, Irvine, CA 2012 •Coordinator for MTAC Sonata/Sonatina Competition at Hollywood Branch, Hollywood, CA 2010 •Evaluator for MTAC Certificate of Merit Annual Examinations, Los Angeles, CA 2010 - present •Masterclasses/Lectures for MTAC Branches throughout California, 2009 - present LINKS http://pavelpetroff.wix.com/pianistpavelpetrov http://www.huffingtonpost.com/laurence-vittes/clap-between-movements-pa_b_823243.html http://www.pianoteachers.com/kullenkampff/ https://chroniclevitae.com/people/440459-pavel-petrov/profile https://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/PavelPetrov https://www.facebook.com/pianistpavelpetroff https://www.linkedin.com/in/pianistpavelpetrov https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rQiAwql_dE GROUPS • Laureate of the International Charity program «New Names of Russia», inscribed in «The Golden Book of New Names from the 20th to 21st century» by the President of Russia B. Eltzin • Member of National and California Associations of Music Teachers • Member of American Guild of Organists • Member of Scriabin International Society • Member of Mu Phi Epsilon International Music Fraternity PUBLICATIONS "Petrov, Dvorak, And Prazak: Classical Music In Southern California." http://www.huffingtonpost.com/laurence-vittes/clap-between-movements-pa_b_823243.html Huffington Post by Laurence Vittes
- 5. "Profound, subtle musician… distinguished by a great technique and emotional intensity... powerful interpretations and deeply touching performances.” Klaus Hellwig - Professor of Piano, Berlin University of the Arts, Germany "Masterful performance abilities combined with emotional colorfulness, depth of tone, exquisite taste, and artistic originality. One of the most brilliant and distinctive musicians of his generation.” Tatiana A. Gaydamovich - People's Artist of Russia, Professor of Moscow State Conservatory named after P.I. Tchaikovsky ADDITIONAL INFORMATION COMPETITIONS/AWARDS • 2010 - Loeb/Louviere International Competition in Los Angeles, California, 3rd Prize • 2005 - World Piano Competition in Cincinnati, Ohio, 5th Prize • 2004 - Hilton Head International Piano Competition in H. Head Island, South Carolina, Prizewinner • 2004 - Fulbright Scholarship Winner at the USC Thornton School of Music, California • 2003 - The 6th California International Young Artists Piano Competition in Escondido, 3rd Prize • 2000 - International Piano Competition sponsored by Oxana Yablonskaya in Puegerta, Spain, 2'd Prize • 1995 - The 24th International Competition for Young Pianists in Senigalia, Italy, 4th Prize • 1992 - The First All-Russia Glinka Piano Competition in Moscow, Russia, 1st Prize • 1991 - All-Russia Safonov Piano Competition in Moscow, Russia, Grand Prix MAJOR PERFORMANCES/FESTIVALS • Great, Small and Rachmaninov Halls of Moscow State Conservatory by P. Tchaikovsky • Tchaikovsky and Scriabin State Museums in Moscow, Russia • St. Petersburg State Conservatory in St. Petersburg, Russia • Concert tour sponsored by the International Charity «New Names of Russia» included performance for the Holy Father John Paul II at the Vatican City State Museum in Rome, Italy • Julliard School of Music in New York, USA • Weill Recital at Carnegie Hall in New York, USA • Tokyo University of Arts in Tokyo, Japan • American Chamber of Commerce in Moscow, Russia • 5th International Laureates Music Festival in Los Angeles, California and Taos, New Mexico • "Virtuosos of the 21st century" in St. Petersburg, Russia • "Christmas Gatherings on Waters" in Kislovodsk, Russia • Kanonji International Music Festival in Kanojij, Japan • Tuckamore Chamber Music Festival in Canada • Washington International Piano Festival, Washington DC, USA • Also performed as a soloist and member of chamber music groups in Japan, England, Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, France, Croatia, Greece, Macedonia, Spain, Switzerland and USA.
- 6. ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCES • Concerts with the State Symphonic Orchestra of the Moscow Philharmonic Society • Concerts with the State Philharmonic Orchestra of Kislovodsk, Russia • Concerts with The Thessaloniki State Symphony Orchestra in Greece • Concerts with Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra in Japan • Concerts with Prague Symphony Orchestra in Czech Republic • Concerts wit Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra in California, USA • The 2000-2001 Concert Season of Moscow State Conservatory with the State Symphonic Orchestra