Piano lessons in South-East London
with
Galina Umanskaya
Our Mission
​Our mission is to offer high-quality music lessons for adults and children, from beginners to advanced levels, in Canada Water. Led by Galina Umanskaya—a professional concert pianist and a First Class Bachelor’s and Master’s graduate—our school provides individually tailored lessons in a cozy, welcoming studio conveniently located near Canada Water and Surrey Quays. We blend the flexibility of private lessons with the structure of a music school, ensuring each student receives a personalised and enriching experience.
What We Offer:
Lessons for All Ages & Levels – From young learners to adults, everyone is welcome!
Tailored Lessons – Customised to suit your goals, interests, and abilities.
Flexible Scheduling – Morning classes and other options to fit your busy life.
Cozy, Comfortable Environment – Learn in a warm, inspiring space that makes you feel at home.
Convenient Location – Easily accessible, just a short walk from Canada Water/Surrey Quays.
Acoustic Piano Lessons – Experience the rich, authentic sound of an acoustic grand piano during your lessons.
About Lessons
The piano is a beautiful instrument, accessible to all ages. It is a perfect instrument to start with music. Do you want to give your loved ones a special gift with a piece of music? Or do you want to play along while singing your favorite song? Then the piano is for you!
With over seven years of dedicated teaching experience, Galina passionately works with both children and adults of all levels and ages. Her teaching approach is designed to be inclusive and tailored to each student’s unique needs, interests, and goals. Whether you’re looking to prepare for ABRSM exams or simply want to deepen your appreciation and skill in piano for personal enjoyment, Galina is committed to helping you succeed!
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In a cozy studio, lessons go beyond just playing the piano. Each session encompasses various aspects of music, aiming to build a solid foundation in musicianship and technique. Together, we’ll work on developing technical skills, musicality, music theory knowledge, and the ability to interpret and express text nuances—all while fostering a relaxed and natural playing posture.
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Each 1-hour lesson takes place in an engaging, supportive, and motivating environment. The goal is to nurture students’ appreciation for classical music, cultivate self-awareness, taste, and discipline, and ultimately guide them toward becoming independent learners. Galina strives to equip students with the essential tools needed to continue their musical journey beyond the studio, enabling them to reach concrete, personalised goals aligned with their artistic ideals.
Whether your ambitions lie in passing exams or pursuing music for pleasure, we are here to help you embark on a fulfilling journey towards musical growth and self-discovery.
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The piano lessons can be given in English and Russian.
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About Galina
Galina Umanskaya, a pianist of the Moscow school tradition, received her early musical
education from Prof. Dmitry Lyudkov, of the Tchaikovsky Moscow State Conservatory. She
later continued her studies in London at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance,
graduating with First-Class Honours for her Bachelor's degree and receiving the prestigious
TCL Scholarship. Most recently, she completed a Master’s degree with Distinction at Trinity
Laban, studying with Prof. Mikhail Kazakevich. She is currently refining her artistry under
the guidance of Prof. Ludmila Berlinskaïa in Paris.
Galina has further developed her musical voice through masterclasses with renowned
artists including Prof. Margarita Fyodorova and Artur Ancelle.
A laureate of international piano competitions across Spain, Russia, Hong Kong, Germany,
Turkey, Belarus, South Korea, and Italy, she has also appeared at festivals in Russia, Spain,
and Greece. Her orchestral collaborations span the UK, Spain, and Russia.
Among her recent achievements are two appearances at the Global Artists Debut
concerts at Carnegie Hall (2023 and 2025), two performances at Salle Cortot (2025 and 2026), and the organisation of a charity concert in support of Armenia at Pushkin House, London. She is currently active as a solo performer in the United Kingdom and France, regularly appearing
in recitals.
Her repertoire ranges widely across historical periods and styles, encompassing works by
Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, Liszt, Brahms, Scriabin, Prokofiev,
Stravinsky, and Messiaen.
Performance Highlights
Prokofiev - Sonata No.2 in D Minor, op.14 (Galina Umanskaya)

We choose the best option - together
For best results, I recommend taking music lessons every week. But I am flexible. Together we choose the best option.
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Unique events
Auditions, teacher's concerts, instrumental workshops and much more!
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Flexible booking and registration
Registration is possible all year round. You choose the lesson times together with your teacher. Would you rather have a lesson at your house? In some cases, this could also be an option.
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We assist you all the way
Already have an instrument? Excellent. Do you need a tuner? Do you need help choosing an instrument to buy? Did you find a nice second-hand offer and you would like an advice? I got you! And what about the sheet music? Well, I can advise you on the method or provide you the learning material.
