"Our daughter has been taking lessons from Dina for two years. Dina has a talent to teach students of all ages and abilities. She knows how to keep her students dedicated and interested in piano in many ways. Above and beyond her teaching abilities, we are thankful that Dina has been a positive role model for our teenage daughter. We would highly recommend Dina as a piano instructor for someone of any age."
Anatoly and Nadia Ivanov
"I contacted Dina for help and accompaniment on an operatic song I was having difficulty with. I have very little musical training, but she was able to teach me simple technique for my very difficult song that helped me immensely, as well as telling me where in the accompaniment I should pay attention to find my notes. Because of her, I have a much deeper understanding of the song and concrete ways to fix my difficulties with it."
Amanda Berry, singer
"I just want to say again how excited I am to have my daughter with you--you are good for her. I am so glad you are correcting her bad piano habits!"
Elina
"I found Ms. Volkova online and gave her a call. She was quick to make room in her schedule for me, and promptly scheduled rehearsals for our Carnegie Hall rehearsal. She is highly musical and gave me good advice concerning musicality and pronunciation. Her skills as an accompanist are very well developed for someone of her age, and show the level of expertise and experience expected of someone beyond her years. Dina was early for every rehearsal, and made additional adjustments to her schedule when I needed it. She is absolutely a value as an accompanist!"
Sharon O'Brien (Soprano)
"We appreciate everything you do for us and your other students - you are a very caring teacher."
Olga and Dmitri
"Dina is an excellent piano teacher with outstanding credentials. She always well prepared for lessons and keeps me focused on my lesson. Dina is a caring and motivating teacher that I am grateful to learn from!"
Svetlana, 15
"Dina is a fantastic piano teacher and person. Both my daughter and I have been taking lessons with her and are at different levels. We both enjoy the lessons so much that it is hard to believe that a half-hour goes by so quickly."
Angela and Emma, 9
"I worked with Dina Volkova from 2008 to 2010, and it was an incredibly rewarding experience. She accompanied me in lessons, recitals, master classes, competitions, and many other performances, and her technical ability coupled with her musicality and passion made her a true artistic partner, not just an accompanist. I enthusiastically recommend her for her artistic vision, her attention to detail, and her easy-going, friendly nature."
Taylor Ward, Baritone
"Dina is a wonderful accompanist. Besides being kind and easy to get along with, Dina is a fine musician. She provided me with very helpful hints in preparation for my college auditions. She was highly prepared for my auditions and her accompaniment supported me as a performer."
Jenna Hinckley, mezzo soprano
"I was in need of a last minute accompanist replacement for a voice audition in New York City and contacted Dina. She was so quick to respond and thrilled to work with me. She had all the music completely prepared when I arrived and played flawlessly in my audition, even though the room and the piano were less than desirable. I will definitely use her for future auditions. She is an invaluable resource for singers in New York!"
Will Berman, tenor