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Welcome to the world of Piano-Yoga®!It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Piano-Yoga® world of piano playing, ® world of piano playing, ®
performing and teaching, based on an holistic approach to music education. At Piano-Yoga®
all our tutors teach to the highest professional standards, working on body, mind and spirit- whether at our School in central London or at our clients’ homes. Having trained as a concert pianist from the age of four, I often noticed how the strictest methods could affect the sensitive spirit of a musician, erasing their passion for music. It was my dream to create a system that would allow students to progress to the best of their ability, whilst taking into consideration the uniqueness of each individual. After many years of practising yoga,and eventually training as a yoga teacher myself, I was able to realise this dream: I
Piano-Yoga® is a dynamic piano method ® is a dynamic piano method ®
accessible to pianists of all ages, levels and backgrounds. This unique piano technique, body awareness and well-being discipline promotes an holistic approach to music education which combines the fundaments of the Russian piano school with principles from yoga and other Eastern philosophies. It utilises aspects of movement, gravity and breathing to create a more natural and organic approach to piano playing.
A piano method for the 21st century…
What is Piano-Yoga®?
created a system that works for everyone: children, teenagers, adults, amateur performers, complete beginners and professional musicians. Piano-Yoga® works on a ® works on a ®
physical level, where a deep sense of body awareness helps to improve piano technique. On a psychological level, Piano-Yoga® aids students with stage nerves, ® aids students with stage nerves, ®
memory lapses, timing, rhythm and other similar issues. On a spiritual level, breathing techniques can transform playing into a wholly meditative experience. Although this technique is new, it is based on the ancient principles of yoga and the cultural heritage of classical music. My aim is to make music - whether you are playing for yourself or your friends, educating your child, studying professionally, composing or teaching - a source of pleasure and joy in your life that contributes to your emotional and physical health! I look forward to welcoming you into our ever-growing community.
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unorthodox and unusual method.Piano Professional Magazine
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With love and light,GéNIACreator & Director of Piano-Yoga®
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Piano + Holistic Therapy
Piano + Yoga
AssessmentLesson
Need a kick-start? We’ll whip your playing into shape!
Receive an holistic assessment of your playing with this two-part session combining a traditional piano lesson with a tailored session of ‘pure’ yoga away from the piano to help you relax body and mind.
The most tradi-tional and all-time best seller of our courses, Standard Lessons are geared towards students wanting regular tuition. Suitable for pianists of all levels and backgrounds, including complete beginners.
Ideal for those unable to commit to regular lessons seeking a one-off Piano-Yoga®
induction with the head piano-yogini herself, GéNIA, and a bespoke personal practice plan to help you achieve your aims.
This piano lesson is complemented by a session of holistic therapy at Neal’s Yard, with options such as pure massage, Reiki, crystal healing and hotstones, to enhance your piano playing through well-being.
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Even if you have never played a single note on the piano before, with our innovative course we can get you playing in just two weeks! Course comprises fi ve two-hour sessions held over two weeks.
Boot Camp Beginner (NEW!) Boot Camp Refresher (NEW!)
Looking to go back to the piano after a break? Think of this as the ultimate personal training programme for the piano to really get you focused and back on track! Course comprises fi ve two-hour sessions held over two weeks.
I would encourage any pianist, amateurs and professionals alike, to I would encourage any pianist, amateurs and professionals alike, to I would encourage any pianist,
sign up to one of GéNIA’s courses.International Piano Magazine ”
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Can’t fi nd what you need? Try a Bespoke Lesson
Skype Lessons A Piano-Yoga® Skype Lesson is like any other piano ® Skype Lesson is like any other piano ®
lesson, but with the added advantage that wherever you are - sitting at your piano in New York, Melbourne, or Buenos Aires - you can have your lesson in the comfort of your own home, on your own piano. All you need is a webcam, microphone, earphones, speakers and a high-speed broadband connection.
We can put together a tailor-made lesson or course of lessons based on your personal needs and interests. Simply tell us your objectives and we will construct a syllabus specially for you.
Mentoring (NEW!) Piano-Yoga® f® f® or Children
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Hone your Skills with Lessons in... Music Theory Composition Aural Training Grades Mastering Jazz Lessons Improvisation/Playing by ear Sight-Reading Ensemble Coaching (NEW!)
If you are not sure where to start with your piano playing, what sort of profes-sional music development, courses and teachers are best for you or your child, we would be delighted to take you under our wing and fi nd suitable solutions for you as part of our Mentoring Scheme. We can even advise you on practical issues such as buying a piano, and we can look at your lifestyle as a whole, including diet and exercise, to suggest the best strategy for you.
Piano-Yoga® for Children is a special ® for Children is a special ®
programme which takes into consideration the development of your child, his/her physical and mental abilities, temperament and attention span. With this special physical and musical approach, our system makes learning effective, easy and fun!
Piano-Yoga is something radical. Piano-Yoga is something radical. Piano-Yoga is
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Buy the Book
Record your own CD!
Recommend us for a Free Lesson!
Central to our method is the Piano-Yoga® book of ® book of ®
technical exercises Transform Your Hands: A Complete Ten-Week Course of Piano Exercises. Ideal for self-study or as a teaching aid, it is available to purchase both in paper-back and eBook from back and eBook from back and eBookwww.piano-yoga.com.
If you recommend Piano-Yoga® to a friend you will be entitled ® to a friend you will be entitled ®
to a free 60-minute piano lesson with us, once your friend has booked their fi rst session.
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Experience what it’s like to spend some time in the studio, without having to sign a single record deal, or even leave the house! Our state-of-the-art recording service is now available, whether you wish to record just one track, or a whole album. A great tool for analysing your playing before a public performance/exam, or perhaps you need a demo to send to prospective music colleges or competitions. What better special gift for family and friends than a personal performance they can treasure forever?
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Become a MemberRegister at www.piano-yoga.com/register.php for added benefi ts such as discounts on our courses, exclusive special offers and a free regular newsletter with tips and advice for improving your playing. Registration is quick, easy and FREE!
Gift VouchersThe perfect gift for a loved one!
Available in £10, £20, £25, £55, £75 and £100 and redeemable against all our products.
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Richard McDonaldPiano-Yoga® Administrator
About GéNIARussian virtuoso pianist, GéNIA, is an acclaimed pioneer on the classical music scene, with numerous TV and radio appearances. GéNIA was initiated into the piano in the Ukraine by her great-grandmother, Regina Horowitz (sister of pianist Vladimir Horowitz), before moving to London to study at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and Trinity College of Music. She has worked with some of the most prestigious fi gures in the contemporary music industry, including the Brodsky Quartet and Gabriel Prokofi ev, and has released various albums on the Blackbox and Nonclassical labels. Following her training at the Life Centre in London, GéNIA qualifi ed as a BWY (British Wheel of Yoga) teacher in 2008. A visionary pedagogue, GéNIA is the creator and Director of the Piano-Yoga® Music School.® Music School.®
An outstanding musician. The Times
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elation to me.Aiman
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What our students say about Piano-Yoga®...
Piano-Yoga is a pianistic elixir of life.
Rachel Woodhouse
It delivers exactly what it promises.
Gavin Stewart
Contact us Contact us today to fi nd out more about Piano-Yoga®, our fees, or to make a booking. Our dedicated Administrator, Richard McDonald, will be delightedto advise you on our products and courses.
+44 (0)20 7226 9829+44 (0)7948 447492 [email protected]
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