I am an adult beginner with no prior experience, and I haven't read music for years. Nearly two months into lessons, I can now play simple melodies. I really enjoy the spiritual aspect of our sessions; it feels less like learning and more like integrating music into my life. Additionally, I feel we are building a strong, long-term friendship with Mikhail. I'm happy to have him in Southsea.

First and foremost Mikhail is a professional musician who strives to give his precious time to students who want to learn. I have been learning with Mikhail for 4 months after 30 years of not having any formal lessons. He is a sucker for detail and will take things that have been taken for granted as easy to play by the student then pull them apart so that practice and results are better in the long run for performance. This style of teaching takes getting used to after time away but the lessons are always interesting and motivating towards practice. Mikhail listens well and is very adaptable. He has an excellent booking process so that lessons can fit around professional and family demands.

Excellent tutor for my 11 year old. Mikhail is very pleasant, and passionate about music.

Very calm and patient, I am really pleased with the lessons so far.

Thoroughly responsive for my needs. Excellent and detailed lesson.