About Kitaev Piano Studio
Kitaev Piano Studio provides individualized piano instruction designed to help each student develop strong technique, musical understanding, confidence, and a genuine love of music.
Students receive a well-rounded musical education that combines piano technique, music theory, sight-reading, ear training, and thoughtful repertoire selection. Lessons are tailored to each student’s age, level, personality, and individual goals, allowing students to progress at their own pace while continually building their skills and musicianship.
An important part of the studio philosophy is helping students not only learn to play the piano well, but also enjoy sharing music with others and feel confident performing in public.
About Anastasia Kitaev
Anastasia Kitaev, NCTM, is a nationally certified piano teacher and accomplished pianist with more than 20 years of teaching experience. She is a member of the Oregon Music Teachers Association (OMTA) and is dedicated to helping students develop strong technical skills, musical understanding, artistic confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for music.
Born into a family of professional musicians and music educators, Anastasia began studying piano at the age of five. She received her formal musical education at Podolsk Music School No. 1, the Moscow Regional College of Arts, and the prestigious Gnessin Academy of Music in Moscow, where she continued her studies in piano performance.
Throughout her teaching career, Anastasia has worked with students of different ages and levels, from young beginners to advanced pianists. Her students regularly participate in recitals, festivals, examinations, masterclasses, and competitions, earning top prizes at regional, national, and international events, including Charleston International Music Competition, Golden Classical Music Awards, and International Youth Music Competitions.
Anastasia’s work as an educator has also received professional recognition. She was named a Steinway & Sons Top Teacher in 2022 and received a Certificate of Excellence in Music Pedagogy from the Sound Espressivo Competition.
In addition to teaching, Anastasia remains active as a performing pianist and collaborative musician. She believes that a teacher’s own continued artistic growth is an important part of inspiring students and helping them experience music as a living art.
Listen to Anastasia
Debussy - Clair de Lune, from Suite bergamasque
Rachmaninoff — Étude-Tableau in C Minor, Op. 39, No. 1
Liszt — Un Sospiro, Concert Étude No. 3
