Our instructors bring skill, patience, and a deep love for music into every lesson, helping students grow with confidence, structure, and inspiration.
Farzaneh Yaghmaei is a classically trained pianist with a Master’s degree in Piano Performance. As a concert pianist, she has performed internationally and brings a wealth of performance experience to her teaching.
She offers both individual and group lessons, working with students of all ages and levels. Her approach is both artistic and tailored, helping students develop their technical skills and expressive potential at the piano.
Emma Perevertov has been studying piano for over 15 years, beginning lessons at a young age and continuing through earning both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Piano Performance from Sacramento State University.
Music is her greatest passion, and she loves sharing that passion with her students. Emma has been teaching private piano lessons for over four years and truly enjoys working with students of all ages and levels.
She is passionate about helping students grow, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love for music.
Soprano Jordan Yang is a Hmong-American California-based voice instructor and active performer in the greater Sacramento area, known for her expressive artistry and engaging stage presence.
She holds a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance from the University of the Pacific Conservatory of Music, where she performed roles including Morgana in Alcina, Polly in The Threepenny Opera, and Cinderella in Into the Woods.
With additional training in Germany and Italy, Jordan brings both strong technical expertise and real-world performance experience to her teaching, helping students build confidence, healthy vocal technique, and a love for singing.
Soprano Maryam Mahvi is an internationally recognized performer who has appeared throughout Europe and the United States, including performances at Carnegie Hall and leading opera venues across California and New York.
Her career includes award-winning performances, recordings with acclaimed artists, and appearances with regional opera companies and orchestras. In addition to performing, Maryam has extensive experience directing school music productions and mentoring young musicians.
She brings a refined artistic background, expressive performance style, and passion for music education to every lesson, helping students build confidence, musicality, and strong vocal technique.
Viktoriya Sinitsa earned her Bachelor of Music Performance from California State University and her Master’s degree in Music from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
She performs in a wide range of musical styles including symphony, opera, jazz, Baroque, and contemporary music. Viktoriya has performed with ensembles such as Jazz Symphonia Phonotone and Solano Symphony, and her California State University jazz ensemble earned third place at the Monterey National Jazz Competition.
In addition to performing, Viktoriya founded a youth symphony orchestra where she served as conductor and mentor for young musicians. Her students actively participate in MTAC and ABRSM testing, competitions, and recitals at venues including Carnegie Hall and Disney Hall.
Stepan Sinitsa began studying violin at age six and later performed with an elite chamber orchestra in Kazakhstan, touring nationally for concerts, festivals, competitions, and televised performances. After moving to the United States, he became principal violinist of the Sacramento Youth Symphony Orchestra and studied with several distinguished musicians and educators.
Stepan earned his Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance from California State University, Sacramento, where he also continued graduate studies in performance. With more than 10 years of teaching experience, he focuses on strong technique, posture, practice habits, and musical confidence while preparing students for ABRSM and Certificate of Merit examinations.
Brennen Milton is an award-winning instrumentalist and instructor who teaches flute, clarinet, and saxophone. He earned his Master of Music degree from California State University, Sacramento, where he won the university concerto competition and performed Debussy’s Premiere Rhapsody as soloist with orchestra.
As a performer, Brennen has collaborated with musicians internationally and appeared at renowned venues including Carnegie Hall and the Mondavi Center. His teaching approach is goal-oriented and supportive, helping students develop strong technique, confidence, and musical expression.
Stanislav has dedicated his life to playing the guitar and earned a Master’s degree in Classical Guitar during his studies in Ukraine. His musical background extends beyond the classical genre, including fingerstyle acoustic guitar and electric guitar.
He brings significant stage performance experience, including touring across Europe as a member of an orchestra, and actively participates in a worship band at his local church.
As a teacher, Stanislav’s goal is not only to help students learn the instrument, but also to develop a true sense of music and emotional expression. He believes music is deeper than notes — it is a space where students can freely express who they are.
Kseniya Grinevich began playing the cello at age 9 and completed advanced studies in Cello Performance and Teaching at the National Music College of Belarus. Her professional performance career included touring throughout Europe with orchestras and music groups across Poland, Germany, Sweden, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
After relocating to California, Kseniya continued performing with symphony orchestras and chamber ensembles while building a successful private teaching studio. With more than 22 years of teaching experience, she is passionate about helping students develop strong technique, musical expression, and confidence through thoughtful and supportive instruction.