Concert Piano Studio
Mrs. Karina Gordievich
Piano Instructor, Performer, Accompanist & Studio Director
Karina Gordievich brings formal piano performance training, decades of musical experience, and an individualized approach to students at Concert Piano Studio in Allyn, Washington and through live online instruction.
Musical Background
A Lifetime Dedicated to Music
Karina's involvement with music began at the age of five in her native Ukraine and developed into a lifelong commitment to piano performance, teaching, and musical collaboration.
After immigrating to the United States, Karina continued her musical studies with respected musicians including Dr. Bowling and Thomas Schumacher at the Eastman School of Music. She later continued her studies at the University of Washington under pianist Craig Sheppard.
Karina holds Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Piano Performance and applies that formal training throughout her work as an instructor, performer, and accompanist.
Education & Professional Involvement
Training, Recognition, and Musical Leadership
Karina's professional background combines advanced piano performance training with years of teaching, performing, accompanying, and participation in the regional music community.
In 2010, she was recognized as an outstanding young business leader with the 40 Under Forty Award from the Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal.
Her professional involvement has included membership in the Kitsap Music Teachers National Association and service as a former President of the West Sound Music Teachers Association.
Professional Background
Education
Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Piano Performance
Teaching Experience
More than 13 years
Performance Experience
30 years
Professional Roles
Piano instructor, performer, accompanist,
and studio director
Teaching Philosophy
Strong Technique, Musicality, and Individual Expression
Karina's approach to piano instruction goes beyond teaching students how to play the correct notes. Her goal is to develop strong technique and musicianship while helping students discover their own relationship with music.
Instruction is personalized according to each student's age, abilities, experience, interests, strengths, and musical goals.
Whether a student hopes to pursue music seriously, prepare for performances, or simply enjoy playing the piano, the focus remains on meaningful progress, musical understanding, and enjoying the process.
Areas of Instruction
- Piano technique
- Musicianship
- Music reading
- Musical expression
- Music theory
- Music history
- Individual musical style
Students
Children, Teens, and Adult Piano Students
Karina works with students beginning around age 4 through adulthood, from first-time beginners through intermediate and advanced pianists.
Young Students
Lessons can introduce young students to the keyboard while developing listening, rhythm, coordination, music reading, and a positive relationship with learning music.
Developing Musicians
Students can continue strengthening technique, repertoire, interpretation, performance preparation, and greater musical independence.
Adult Students
Adults are welcome whether beginning for the first time, returning to piano after many years, or continuing established musical studies.
In-Studio & Online Instruction
Work With Karina From the Studio or From Home
Students can study with Karina in person at Concert Piano Studio in Allyn or connect remotely for live, one-on-one online piano lessons.
Online instruction is available through Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or FaceTime and is available for children and adults, from beginners through advanced students.
Remote instruction can be particularly useful for students who live farther away, have transportation challenges, travel frequently, or simply prefer learning from their own piano or keyboard.
Performance & Accompaniment
Experience Beyond the Teaching Studio
Karina's experience as a pianist and accompanist brings practical performance knowledge into her work with students.
Piano Performance
With approximately 30 years of performance experience, Karina brings a broad background in live piano performance and musical presentation to Concert Piano Studio.
Professional Accompaniment
Karina's accompanist work includes student Solo/Ensemble competitions, instrumentalists, vocalists, choirs, productions for Kitsap Opera and North Kitsap Children's Theatre, and other collaborative performance settings.
Student Performance Preparation
Helping Students Prepare to Perform With an Accompanist
Student music competitions and Solo/Ensemble performances are an important part of Karina's accompanist work.
Preparing with an accompanist before the event gives students an opportunity to work through tempo, entrances, phrasing, dynamics, interpretation, transitions, and the experience of performing their part together with the piano.
When regular travel to the studio is difficult, preparation can begin remotely before meeting in person for rehearsals or the competition.
Competition Preparation
- Solo/Ensemble competitions
- Student auditions
- Recitals and performances
- In-person rehearsals
- Remote preparation when practical
Community & Recognition
Connected to the Regional Music Community
Karina's musical work has extended beyond private instruction into performances, productions, professional organizations, and community involvement.
Her work has also been featured on cable television and in regional newspapers.
Highlights
40 Under Forty
Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal, 2010
Professional Association
Kitsap Music Teachers National Association
Leadership
Former President of the West Sound
Music Teachers Association
Concert Piano Studio
Piano Instruction in Allyn, Washington and Online
Concert Piano Studio is located in Allyn, Washington, between Shelton and Belfair and just off Highway 3.
In-studio lessons serve students and families throughout Allyn and the surrounding Mason County area.
Online piano lessons provide another way to study with Karina when distance or travel makes regular studio visits less practical.
Contact Karina
Karina Gordievich
Piano Instructor, Performer & Accompanist
Allyn, WA 98524
Mason County, Washington
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Student & Family Experiences
What Students and Families Say About Karina
Students and parents have shared experiences spanning young beginners, teenage musicians, adult learners, long-term students, and families who have worked with Karina for many years.
Read Student & Family TestimonialsFree Introductory Lesson or Consultation
Meet Karina and Discuss Your Musical Goals
Contact Concert Piano Studio to ask about in-studio or online piano lessons, availability, or scheduling a free introductory lesson and consultation.