Elena Baksht
New York,NY
Summary
Award winning Pianist/Teacher with the Master’s degree from the Juilliard school.
Successful history of concert performances
30 years of professional work with children and adults
Dedicated collaborative pianist with extensive vocal and instrumental repertoire.
Demonstrating great sight reading skills.
Offering excellent communication skills with an inspiring and motivating teaching style.
Elevates students' musical knowledge, artistic skills and confidence with supportive and challenging program of instruction.
Experienced in preparing students for performances and competitions.
Executive skills in organizing concerts and fundraising events.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and Piano Teacher
Music at Lincoln Center
New York, NY
04.2011 - Current
- Provided piano lessons to students of all ages and ability levels.
- Successfully prepared students for music competitions and auditions.
- Organized student concerts.
- Developed methods and techniques to ensure the learning process is inspiring and motivating.
- Demonstrated excellent people skills working with children and adults.
- Organized and implemented lesson plans according to students' needs, abilities, and interests.
- Encouraged strong work ethics, setting goals and dedication in students.
- Inspired genuine appreciation for music in children and adults.
Founder and Executive Director
Southampton Arts Festival
Southampton, NY
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive business plan to launch the festival.
- Oversaw all aspects of operations including marketing, program development and fundraising.
- Organized concerts and public events
- Provided Piano and Chamber Music Instructions
Piano and Chamber Music Faculty
International Academy of Music
Italy
07.2007 - 07.2010
Piano Faculty
Michigan State University College of Music
East Lansing, MI
09.2006 - 05.2010
- Provided piano instructions to students ranging from undergraduate level to DMA candidates.
- Developed and implemented course materials, selected repertoire and developed lesson plans to prepare students for exams and performances.
- Ensured a steady growth and development of musical skills in students.
Piano Faculty
Schlern Music Festival
Italy
06.2004 - 07.2004
Piano Teacher
Suburban Community Music School
New Providence , NJ
09.1994 - 05.2000
Concert Pianist
Worldwide
- Carnegie Hall, Weill Recital Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, Jupiter Symphony, New Philharmonic of New Jersey, Barcelona Symphony, Miami Symphony, Kravis Center, Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts, Library of Congress, University of Chicago, International Academy of Music,Italy, Fountainbleau Festival, France, Festival International De Musica , Costa Rica, Schlern Summer Festival, Italy, Southampton Arts Festival and many other venues.
Education
Fellowship -
Tanglewood Music Festival
Lenox, MA08-2000
Master of Music - Piano
The Juilliard School
New York, NY05-2000
Bachelor of Music - Piano
Manhattan School of Music
New York, NY05-1996
Undergraduate Degree -
Moscow Conservatory
Moscow, Russia05-1993
High School Diploma -
Central Special Music School
Moscow, Russia06-1991
Skills
- Teaching music
- Solo and chamber music piano performance
- Collaborative piano performance
- Excellent with kids
- Advanced sigh reading
- Program development
- Teaching strategies
- Lesson plan development
- Studio management
- Excellent Communication
- Student Motivation
- Performance Organization
- Improvisation
Timeline
Founder and Executive Director
Southampton Arts Festival
08.2011 - 08.2015
Founder and Piano Teacher
Music at Lincoln Center
04.2011 - Current
Piano and Chamber Music Faculty
International Academy of Music
07.2007 - 07.2010
Piano Faculty
Michigan State University College of Music
09.2006 - 05.2010
Piano Faculty
Schlern Music Festival
06.2004 - 07.2004
Piano Teacher
Suburban Community Music School
09.1994 - 05.2000
Concert Pianist
Worldwide
Fellowship -
Tanglewood Music Festival
Master of Music - Piano
The Juilliard School
Bachelor of Music - Piano
Manhattan School of Music
Undergraduate Degree -
Moscow Conservatory
High School Diploma -
Central Special Music School
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