"From the very first lesson I was amazed at Grigory's unending patience and total focus on my son, which was contagious-  I couldn't believe a 3-year-old would so happily and eagerly sit still for an hour, but Grigory's creative and fun approach to the work totally engaged my son, while Grigory's belief in him and expectation that he would succeed made Bleecker excited to learn and eager to come each week to show off his progress. Bleecker has been studying for less than a year and already, at just 4, he can play complicated songs using both hands with multiple octaves, playing chords and harmonies, and he is so proud of himself when he plays something well- he just beams. Greg is such an amazing and one-of-a-kind teacher- his love for his work is apparent in his commitment to his students, and their love of him and of their work together is apparent in the sea of smiling, eager faces that fill the seats at each recital."

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Bibb

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I am an adult learner who has been instructed by many piano teachers over the last 30 years including college faculty piano professors, during my college years, and a steady string of “professional” private instructors.  Having achieved only marginal results,  I  actually quite playing for an extended period.  Then I met Grigory Gourylev.  Let me tell you something, he’s absolutely the best teacher I’ve ever met.  Do you suffer from an injury or strain?  Under Grigory’s instruction, you will learn how to use your hands, fingers, elbows, shoulders, and body weight correctly that will give your music a fluid and pleasing sound—and you’ll do it effortlessly and pain free regardless of how simple or complex the piece may be.  Do you need to improve your sight reading ability?  Grigory is an excellent sight reader and will show you specific strategies you can immediately employ that will improve your own.  Are you simply a beginner and don’t know where to start?  Grigory is the most patient, technically proficient, understanding yet results oriented teacher you’ll ever find.  Whether you are a beginner, an intermediate or advanced player, Grigory will help you achieve your goal.  He’s the best I’ve ever seen. 

Aaron

My Piano Student

Please accept our warmest congratulations.

As an award recipient you are invited to participate in the AADGT's
concert on April 18, 2010 at 6.30pm at the Weill Recital Hall at the
Carnegie Hall in New York.
 The AADGT selection committee requests that you perform:
 Nocturne, Op. 72, No.1 F. Chopin
 
 Sincerely Yours,
Festival Committee

Jasper Heymann 7 Years Old Has Been Chosen as a Second Prize Winner of the American  Protégé 2010 International Piano and Strings Competition.
We are delighted to announce you have been chosen as a Second Prize Winner of the American Protégé 2010 International Piano and Strings Competition.
 
It was the consensus of the judges that your playing reflects the depth of interpretation, musicality, and technical expertise needed to distinguish one’s self in the world of professional performance, and we are very pleased to award you this honor.
 
The Winners’ Recital will be held Saturday March 13, 2010 in Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall at 1:30 PM.  Winners Certificates will be granted after the Winners Recital.  
Extra tickets are available at $40.00 per ticket at the Carnegie Hall web-site www.carnegiehall.org or at the Weill Hall's Box office.

Congratulations on your selection from an extremely competitive field of applicants.
 
Sincerely,
Dr. Sophya Genis, Chairwoman of the Competition
Mark Weinstein, Musical Director
Dr. Alexandre Agaian, Administrative Director

Dear Winners Recital Participants,
American Protege offers its utmost respect to the extremely talented performers who graced us with their music today. All of the gifted winners and their families should be very proud.
We offer special thanks to those participants and families from elsewhere in the United States or from other countries, who took the time and the stressful trip to come here and make this concert happen.
 We must also not forget the tremendous role that the participants' families played by giving them initiative and everlasting support, and the role of the teachers by enriching the already gifted participants with their undying patience and masterful skills.
Thank you all for attending the American Protege 2010 Piano and Strings Competition Winners' Concert.
We hope to see you again.
Best regards
Sincerely
Alexandre Agaian
Administrative Director
Organizational Committee
American Protege
info@AmericanProtege.com

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Dear Friend,
I have been watching your video on Youtube and was very impressed, as I was a piano professor in France for many years. The little three year old boy was quite amazing and I confess that I had never seen or heard a three year old child play something coherent at the piano. I know it has been done but certainly not frequently. I was also impressed by the eleven years old girl who played the Finale of Beethoven's first Sonata at the right tempo....and a minimum of small digital "accidents". I would be very interested to have more information on these pupils and, if possible, more videos.
I think your work is as useful as it is brilliant.
Best friendly regards
Patrick ( from France )

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"Grigory uses a balanced combination of theory and practice -- he has developed fun exercises to learn the theory which I suspect work particularly well for children, but quite frankly, the exercises work wonders for me as well.  I highly recommend Grigory as he is supportive and patient but at the same time will challenge the student to give his or her very best performance"

Catalina Hayata

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Mr. Gourylev is a patient and dedicated teacher who helps your child progress in piano at a steady pace.  The piano as an instrument can be intimidating to young children, but Mr. Gourylev teaches them to play simple, pleasant pieces almost immediately - a process that is particularly encouraging for the beginning student.  My son does not mind practicing regularly because the songs are fun and manageable and it is a pleasure to hear him play.  I would recommend Mr. Gourylev to anyone seeking a kind yet highly professional piano teacher for their child.

Giana Biondi

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Greg,

I wanted to say hello with hopes that things are finding a balance for you.  The children miss you and Beth misses your style of teaching; actually we all miss you in our respective ways. 

The children are maintaining their practice regiments with weekly classes on Monday evenings.  The new teacher, while I am sure competent, maintains a different rapport with them.  I fear that if he does not find a bridge (forgive the pun) between Beths expectations and his results, we will be back on the search for a new teacher.  Nothing is easy!

The temperatures of late are keeping the pace of things around here a little slower.  Every time I think it is hot, I am reminded of life in the City this time of year.  Hopefully you are finding hamlets of cool and not getting cooked outside in the streets of the city!

All for now,

With best regards,

Bruce.

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"My two kids and I have been taking piano lessons with Mr. G for the last two years and it has been a great experience for all of us.   He has really taken the time to get to know us and select pieces of music that resonate with each of us as individuals.  He is a patient and enthusiastic teacher who uses a vareity of  games and finger puzzles to hold even the attention of my four year old!  We love our piano lessons!"

Catherine

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Mr. G began teaching my daughter Savannah at the tender age of 3.  She is now six years old and can play a variety of songs including complex classic music.  From the very beginning, Mr. G has shown extraordinary patience and confidence in her ability to play the piano.  Within no time, she was able to read notes and play with two hands!  Mr. G 's enthusiasm for his work has made her not only love her lessons but grow and learn at a very fast pace.  Hearing her practice and play music so well- is the best reward any parent can ask for!  Mr. G's pleasant, caring and professional attitude has earned him a place as an integral part of our family and we will forever be indebted to him for teaching my daughter the art of music!!!

JoAnna

Hello Grigory Gourylev,