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Dana Omarova, private piano teacher. Discover your musical talent from the very first lesson.

Lessons for children and adults online from any country, or in person in Astana: on the Left Bank (Yesil, Zeleny Kvartal, Expo) and across the city. A personal approach, with home visits available.

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A new studio in Astana on the Left Bank

A cozy new space for in-person piano lessons in Astana, near the Vensky Kvartal residential complex. One-to-one lessons only, and enrollment is open. Not in Astana? Lessons are also available online.

Left Bank, Astana

In-person lessons near the Vensky Kvartal residential complex.

One-to-one only

Your own pace and a program built for each student. No group classes.

Original methods

A wide range of original teaching materials, from sheet music to interactive practice tools.

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A trusted professional reputation

KazNUA
KazNUAKazakh National University of Arts
Kuanyshbayev Theater
Kuanyshbayev TheaterState Academic Theater
Rossotrudnichestvo
RossotrudnichestvoOffice in Kazakhstan
Ministry of Education
Ministry of EducationRepublic of Kazakhstan
Dana Omarova, piano teacher

Dana Omarova

Concert Artist, Highest Qualification • Master of Arts

13 years
On stage
11 years
Teaching

Awards and Honors

2nd Prize Laureate, 4th International Competition “Musical Art Forum” (Novosibirsk, Russia)
Letter of appreciation, “Lucky Ticket” International Festival
Grand Prix, 1st National Competition “Salem, Astana”
Letter of appreciation from the Minister of Education and Science of Kazakhstan
Letter of appreciation from Rossotrudnichestvo for contribution to culture
Certificate of merit from A. K. Mussakhajayeva, Rector of the Kazakh National University of Arts
Letter of appreciation, “Legend of the East”
Letter of appreciation from the K. Kuanyshbayev Theater
Meet your teacher

Music is emotion
brought to life in sound.

“My name is Dana. I’m a professional pianist with a Master of Arts degree and a prizewinner at international competitions. My goal is to give you a solid classical foundation, taught with ease and a love for the instrument.”

I teach one-to-one piano lessons online, wherever you are in the world, and in person in Astana, with home visits to Yesil district, the Left Bank and other areas of the city.

Professional Experience

Orchestra Musician (13 years)

K. Kuanyshbayev Kazakh State Academic Music and Drama Theater, Astana.

Teacher of the Highest Category (11 years)

Children’s Music School No. 3 and private teaching practice.

Accompanist, Kazakh National University of Arts

Department of Symphony Conducting (2016).

Education

Glinka Novosibirsk State Conservatory
2018–2020 • Postgraduate Assistantship

Qualification: Concert Artist of the Highest Qualification; Lecturer in Performing Arts in Higher Education.

Novosibirsk State Conservatory
2016–2018 • Master’s Program

Master’s degree, Faculty of Instrumental Performance.

Kazakh National University of Arts
2012–2016 • Bachelor’s Program

Major: Instrumental Performance (Bachelor of Arts).

Kazakh National Academy of Music
2012 • Diploma

Qualification: Children’s Music School Teacher, Accompanist.

Professional Development

2020
Modern Teaching Methods in Supplementary Education
Moscow, state-recognized certificate
2020
Digital Education and Communication Technologies
72 hours, Astana
In the media

Dana Omarova on Almaty TV

On the morning show “Tañğy Studio,” Dana answers the hosts’ questions about what feels closer to her as a performer, strict academic classics or the freedom of contemporary music, and joins a discussion of current topics.

“TAÑĞY STUDIO” SHOW
ALMATY TV
Dana Omarova on television
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Why students choose me

01

A personal plan

Your program is built around your musical taste, from Bach fugues to the Interstellar soundtrack.

02

Flexible schedule

Lessons at a time that works for you, whatever your time zone. Your time matters, and lessons fit around your routine.

03

Online or in person

Online lessons from anywhere in the world, or in-person lessons in Astana. Choose what suits you.

Your path to music

A step-by-step system that makes learning a pleasure, not a chore.

  1. Step 1

    Consultation

    We get to know each other and look at your musical abilities and goals.

  2. Step 2

    A personal plan

    Repertoire chosen to inspire you in particular.

  3. Step 3

    First results

    After just 4 lessons, you’ll play your first melody with both hands.

  4. Step 4

    Creative freedom

    A deep understanding of music and confident command of the instrument.

A special approach

Music without limits

Every child has a talent. My job is to find the key to it, using methods that turn learning into joy, therapy and growth.

Inclusive music education
“Music is the language the soul speaks when words fall short.”
Dana Omarova

Adaptive learning

Learning the instrument through specialized methods. We adapt music reading and hand position using a color system and simplified fingering.

Music therapy

Based on the Orff approach. Music becomes a tool for developing speech, motor skills and emotional intelligence, with a focus on rhythm and stress relief.

Special education

Lessons that help compensate for developmental differences, working on movement coordination, auditory perception and concentration.

Inclusive approach

A barrier-free environment. The program adapts to each student’s abilities and brings out their unique potential at a comfortable pace.

Try it yourself

Play the grand piano

Rotate it, open the lid, press the keys and pedals — with the sound of a real concert grand.

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Drag to rotate · Ctrl + wheel to zoom · click keys and pedals · play from your keyboard (A S D F G H J, black keys W E T Y U) · Space is the sustain pedal
Pedals, left to right: una corda (soft), sostenuto, sustain (longer notes).

Discover your hidden
musical talent

Take a 30-second interactive test and find out how quickly you could learn to play the piano.

Developed by the studio

Interactive practice games

14 music games for ear training, note reading, rhythm and theory. Play right in your browser, earn points and keep up a daily practice habit — free, no sign-up needed.

The studio’s sheet music library

Free sheet music downloads, no sign-up

Classical repertoire, graded pieces for music school exams and music by Kazakh composers — in one library. Free downloads work like this: leave your email, get the code from the letter — and the file is yours.

Free sheet music — no payment, no sign-up: just your email and the code from the letter.

Browse the catalogue
Composers

From Bach to Kurmangazy

Every composer has a page of their own: who they were, why they matter to a player, where to start and every edition of theirs in the library.

A biography worth reading

Who they were, how they trained, what they played themselves — and what of it helps you at the keyboard.

Where to start

For each composer, pieces within reach: from the very first pages to a competition programme.

Free to download

Any edition on a composer’s page is free — just a code from your email.

What students say

5.0 — based on reviews from students and parents
“Dana found a way to connect with my son from the very first lesson. Music practice used to be a constant “I don’t want to,” and now he runs to the piano on his own. The Orff method works wonders — he has even become more focused at school.”
Translated from Russian · Show original

«Дана нашла подход к моему сыну с первого урока. Раньше занятия музыкой были через 'не хочу', а теперь он сам бежит к инструменту. Методика Орф творит чудеса — ребенок стал более усидчивым и в школе.»

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Aigerim S.
Mother of a 7-year-old student
“I always dreamed of playing Ludovico Einaudi but thought 30 was too late to start. Dana proved me wrong. No tedious drilling — straight to playing. Two months later I was already playing “Experience.””
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«Всегда мечтал сыграть Людовико Эйнауди, но думал, что в 30 лет поздно начинать. Дана доказала обратное. Без нудной зубрежки, сразу к практике. Через 2 месяца я уже играл 'Experience'.»

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Alexander V.
IT professional, adult student
“I prepared with Dana for my conservatory entrance exams. Truly top-level professionalism: we worked on technique and on stage fright. I got in with a tuition-free state grant!”
Translated from Russian · Show original

«Готовилась с Даной к поступлению в консерваторию. Профессионализм на высшем уровне: разобрали технику, поработали над сценическим волнением. Я поступила на грант!»

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Kamila K.
Arts college student
Results

My students at the piano

Videos of real performances, from first steps to concert pieces.

Токенова Акберен

Токенова Акберен

Е.Ф. Гнесина — Этюд C-dur

НачинающийПервые шаги
Қажығалиев Арлан

Қажығалиев Арлан

Вернер Томас — Танец маленьких утят

Детская программаЮный пианист
Махажанова Ажар

Махажанова Ажар

Е.Ф. Гнесина — Этюд C-dur

НачинающийПервые успехи

* Videos are shared with the students’ permission.

Learning programs

Choose the program that fits you best. We adapt the method to any age and goal.

From age 5

For kids

Fine motor skills, memory and spatial thinking developed through play and music.

  • Learning through play
  • Ear training
  • Gentle discipline

6 000–12 000 ₸ per lesson

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Any level

For adults

The perfect hobby. We relieve stress and learn the melodies you love without unnecessary theory.

  • Flexible schedule
  • Music you love
  • Results from lesson one

7 000–15 000 ₸ per lesson

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Pre-college

Pro / Entrance prep

Intensive preparation for music college and university entrance, with work on technique and artistry.

  • Academic foundation
  • College & university prep
  • Technical foundation

7 000–15 000 ₸ per lesson

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Special approach

Inclusive

Professional music education for children with special educational needs.

  • Adaptive program
  • Sensory integration
  • Gentle, attentive guidance

6 000–12 000 ₸ per lesson

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Lessons

Programs

An individual approach for every student, from preschoolers to professionals.

Foundation course

For children and beginners

Proper hand position, reading music, and ear training from the ground up. A play-based approach for children.

From scratchHand positionEar training

6 000–12 000 ₸ per lesson

Advanced

Most popular

Professional training

Intensive preparation for competitions, conservatory and university auditions, and exams. Focused work on technique and artistry.

TechniqueCompetitionsAuditions

7 000–15 000 ₸ per lesson

Hobby / Unwind

Just for the joy of it

Play the music you love (Einaudi, Yiruma, film soundtracks) without tedious drilling. Improvisation and playing by ear.

SoundtracksNeoclassicalRelax

7 000–15 000 ₸ per lesson

One-on-one lessons

I teach online, so you can study with me from any country — all you need is a video call. If you live in Astana, I can also come to your home (Yesil district, Left Bank and other areas). Either way, you save time and learn in a familiar setting.

Trial lesson — 3 000 ₸

The exact lesson price within this range depends on the programme and format: online, at home or in the studio.

What lessons can cover:

Preparation for children's music school entrance
Preparation for music college and university entrance
Exam and music olympiad preparation
Collaborative piano
Early childhood music development
Learning to accompany
Help with music homework

Frequently asked questions

Don't see your question? Message me on WhatsApp and I'll answer personally.

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Yes. Lessons take place over video call, so you can study from anywhere. When you request a trial lesson, I'll find a time that works for your time zone.

You don't need an acoustic piano to get started. To practice regularly and make progress, though, you will need an instrument at home. At first, a good digital piano with a weighted keyboard that mimics the action of a real piano will do — for example, a Yamaha P-45 or Casio CDP-S110.

I teach children from age 5 and adults of any age. For the youngest students I use a play-based approach, and adults play their first beautiful melodies in the very first lesson.

Absolutely. Adults learn deliberately and often grasp theory faster than children. Some of my students started at 30, 45, and even 60, and now play the pieces they love.

Online lessons take place over video call (Zoom or Skype) using several cameras. You see a close-up of my hands, and I can see and hear you play. It's just as effective as lessons in person, and you don't spend time commuting.

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Get in touch

Leave a request and I'll suggest a convenient time for a trial lesson, taking your time zone into account — online, or in person if you're in Astana.

WhatsApp / Phone

+7 (707) 850-61-47

Instagram

@_dana_piano

YouTube

Dana Piano Channel

In-person lessons in Astana

Yesil district, Left Bank, Almaty district, Baikonur district.

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