Summary
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Daniyar Yessimkhanov

Daniyar Yessimkhanov

Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance, Piano Teacher, Accompanist
State College,PA

Summary

Enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant offering more than 15 years of Teaching and Performing experience. Motivational instructor, team leader and research project manager. Adept at cultivating strong relationships with educators and students.

Prizewinner of numerous International Piano Competitions such as:

Seiler International Piano Competition 2006, Greece - 1st Prize

4th USASU Bosendorfer International Piano Competition 2009, Tempe AZ, USA - 2nd prize.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Piano and Chamber Music Teacher

Kazakh National University Of Arts
Astana, Kazakhstan
11.2010 - Current

I taught Solo Piano and Chamber Music at for Pre-College, Undergraduate and Graduate students. From 209 till 2021 I was a Head of Piano Department of the Pre-College level.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Penn State University
State College, PA
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • As an assistant I teach group lessons, individual lessons as well as accompanying the choir and the opera studio.

Soloist

Kazakh State Philharmonic Society
Almaty, Kazakhstan
08.2009 - 01.2016

As soloist of the Philharmonic Society I played Solo Recitals as well as Concerts with the Orchestras in Kazakhstan and abroad.

Piano Teacher

Nelly Berman School of Music
Haverford, PA
04.2024 - Current
  • Ensured smooth communication with parents about their child''s progress through regular meetings discussing achievements areas needing improvement.
  • Boosted student confidence in their abilities through consistent positive reinforcement and encouragement.
  • Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
  • Provided constructive feedback on technique, expression, posture, rhythm-reading skills during weekly private lessons.
  • Engaged students in discussions on musical selection and composer histories.
  • Improved student understanding of piano theory through creative games and activities.
  • Developed personalized curriculum for each student to cater to their unique learning styles and needs.
  • Successfully prepared students for recitals, auditions, and competitions by implementing effective practice strategies.
  • Fostered a passion for music in students by exposing them to various genres, composers, and historical periods.
  • Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
  • Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.

Education

DMA - Doctor of Musical Arts - Piano Performance

Penn State University
State College, PA
08.2021 - 08.2024

Concert Soloist - Piano

University of Music And Drama
Hanover, Germany
10.2006 - 07.2010

Musician Diploma/Master of Music - Piano

University of Music And Drama
Hanover, Germany
10.2004 - 07.2006

Music Teacher/Bachelor of Music - Piano

University of Music And Drama
Hanover, Germany
10.1999 - 07.2004

High School Diploma -

Special Music School For Gifted Children
Almaty/ Kazakhstan
09.1988 - 06.1999

Skills

    Tutoring and mentoring

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Additional Information

During the study in Germany I was a student of world renowned pianist - Professor Vladimir Krainev. Many of my students became a prizewinners of National and International Piano Competitions.

Timeline

Piano Teacher

Nelly Berman School of Music
04.2024 - Current

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Penn State University
08.2021 - 05.2024

DMA - Doctor of Musical Arts - Piano Performance

Penn State University
08.2021 - 08.2024

Piano and Chamber Music Teacher

Kazakh National University Of Arts
11.2010 - Current

Soloist

Kazakh State Philharmonic Society
08.2009 - 01.2016

Concert Soloist - Piano

University of Music And Drama
10.2006 - 07.2010

Musician Diploma/Master of Music - Piano

University of Music And Drama
10.2004 - 07.2006

Music Teacher/Bachelor of Music - Piano

University of Music And Drama
10.1999 - 07.2004

High School Diploma -

Special Music School For Gifted Children
09.1988 - 06.1999
Daniyar YessimkhanovDoctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance, Piano Teacher, Accompanist