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Glen Fabisevich

Viano Music Academy Founder - Piano & Composing
Hi, I'm Glen! I’m a professional pianist with a degree from the Manhattan School of Music (BM, ‘11), in piano performance, and I’ve been teaching piano and guitar full-time since 2003. I’ve studied with amazing teachers such as the legendary Ms. Nina Svetlanova and Dr. Arkady Aronov at the Manhattan School of Music, and Madeline Bruser, author of The Art of Practicing.I’ve had a love for teaching since I was a kid. When I was 8, I’d invite my friends over and show them how to play certain tunes they’d want to learn. I continued to perform and show them how to play things, until I was 18, and I got my first full-time student. I continued to grow my studio, and the love for teaching has only strengthened over the last 20 years.Today, I like spreading the passion for what I’ve learned to locations all over the world, and I believe, based on the experience I’ve had over the past several years, that Zoom lessons are the perfect vehicle for achieving this!

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Saman Samandi

Piano Composition & Violin
Saman Samadi, is a Persian-American composer, performer, and musicologist, with a prolific and diverse body of work spanning nearly two decades. His compositions, including orchestral, chamber, solo, and electroacoustic pieces, have been performed globally, from the Mid-East to the Far East, from Europe to both coasts of the United States. Samadi's research focuses on contemporary Western art music and Persian classical music, excelling in innovative compositional methods and musical experimentalism. He integrates creative practices with scholarly pursuits in cultural studies, (ethno)musicology, theory, and philosophy.Samadi’s music, characterized by its complexity and expressivity, draws inspiration from Brian Ferneyhough, Michael Finnissy, James Dillon, and Chris Dench. His work employs microtonal modes derived from Persian classical music, creating a unique pitch space with heterophonic textures, polyrhythms, and polymeters. He reimagines Persian calligraphic letterforms, incorporating them as both visual and structural elements in his scores, thus engendering a multidimensional experience.

PIANOLearning to play the piano is a transformative and enriching endeavor that opens a gateway to the world of music. It begins with the exploration of keys, the feel of the piano's touch, and the resonance of each note. Aspiring pianists develop a connection between mind and fingers, honing their motor skills and musical intuition. The journey involves navigating scales, chords, and melodies, gradually building the foundation for expressive playing. The piano, with its versatility, becomes a canvas for personal interpretation and emotional communication. With each practice session, one not only acquires technical proficiency but also discovers the joy of creating beautiful melodies, making the process of learning to play the piano a fulfilling and lifelong musical adventure.

GUITARLearning to compose music is a captivating exploration of creativity and craftsmanship. It's a process that invites individuals to discover the intricate language of musical elements, from harmonies and melodies to rhythm and instrumentation. Aspiring composers develop an acute ear for nuanced expressions and cultivate the ability to translate emotions into musical notes. The journey involves experimentation, trial and error, and the joy of discovering unique sonic signatures. Through this endeavor, one not only gains technical proficiency but also nurtures a personal connection with the art form. Composing music is a dynamic and rewarding venture, offering a pathway to self-discovery and the fulfillment of bringing imaginative soundscapes to life.

COMPOSITIONLearning to compose music is a captivating exploration of creativity and craftsmanship. It's a process that invites individuals to discover the intricate language of musical elements, from harmonies and melodies to rhythm and instrumentation. Aspiring composers develop an acute ear for nuanced expressions and cultivate the ability to translate emotions into musical notes. The journey involves experimentation, trial and error, and the joy of discovering unique sonic signatures. Through this endeavor, one not only gains technical proficiency but also nurtures a personal connection with the art form. Composing music is a dynamic and rewarding venture, offering a pathway to self-discovery and the fulfillment of bringing imaginative soundscapes to life.