Meet our Teachers

  • Oksana Peterson

    Oksana is the owner and director of the Peterson's School of Music, holding a Master’s degree in Piano Performance from Saratov State Conservatory. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in advanced piano instruction, focusing on Romantic and Classical music. In her free time, Oksana enjoys cooking and mushroom hunting, drawing inspiration from nature.

  • Alexander Epshteyn

    Alexander holds a Master’s degree in Violin Performance from the Conservatory. With over 40 years of teaching experience, he is dedicated to nurturing musicians at all levels—beginner, intermediate, and advanced. His passion for music is particularly evident in his love for Romantic and Classical genres. In addition to teaching, Alexander enjoys traveling in his free time, which enriches his perspective on music and culture.

  • LAVINIA Chobanu

    Lavinia is currently pursuing a degree in Music Education at the University of Northwestern, with a focus on piano performance and composition. With over 4 years of teaching experience, she is enthusiastic about working with students at any level. Lavinia enjoys listening to and playing Romantic and contemporary music.

  • Alexander Mnuskin

    Alexander is a seasoned educator and professor with a degree in Flute Performance from the prestigious Moscow State Conservatory. With over 30 years of teaching experience, he enjoys instructing students of all levels. A passionate advocate for classical music, Alexander shares his love for the genre with his students.

  • VICTORIA KRETSU

    Victoria is currently studying music and has several years of teaching experience. She focuses on piano instruction, particularly for beginner and intermediate students. Victoria is dedicated to nurturing her students' love for music while building their foundational skills. Her approachable teaching style fosters a supportive and engaging learning environment.

  • OLENA KITACH

    Olena holds a Bachelor’s degree from Krivoy Rog Music College, where she specialized as a piano teacher and concertmaster. With over 30 years of teaching experience, she offers instruction in both piano and vocal performance for students of all levels. Olena has a deep passion for classical and Romantic music, which she shares with her students.

  • KASSANDRA MEJIA

    Kassandra is currently studying Music Education and Theory at North Hennepin College. With over 3 years of teaching experience, she offers lessons in piano, guitar, and music theory, focusing on beginning and intermediate levels. Kassandra enjoys a diverse range of musical genres, particularly Christian, Latin American, and pop music, with a touch of jazz. In her free time, she loves listening to music, playing various instruments, and spending time outdoors hiking, fishing, and enjoying the lakes.

  • LEONID TKACHENKO

    Leonid holds a Master’s degree in Music History and Theory from the Kiev State Conservatory. With over 20 years of teaching experience, he specializes in piano and guitar instruction for beginning and intermediate students. Leonid is passionate about Romantic and classical music, which he incorporates into his lessons to inspire his students. His deep knowledge and enthusiasm create an engaging learning environment for aspiring musicians.

  • ANDREW SHABOLDIN

    Andrew is currently studying Music Education and Composition at Normandale Community College. With 3 years of teaching experience, he focuses on piano and percussion for beginner and intermediate students. Andrew is particularly drawn to Romantic and classical music, which he integrates into his lessons to inspire his students. His engaging approach fosters a love for music and encourages creativity in every lesson.

  • Illia BAKOVETSKY

    Illia graduated from the Vinnytsia M.D. Leontovych College of Arts and continued at the Odessa National A.V. Nezhdanova Academy, specializing in trumpet. He has performed with orchestras across Ukraine, including the Youth Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine, and has experience as a first trumpet player in opera studios. After teaching at the Vinnytsia School of Arts, he is excited to offer lessons at Peterson’s School of Music in various brass instruments, including trumpet, French horn, trombone, and tuba, inspiring students with his versatile expertise.

  • RUSLAN FENDYCH

    Ruslan is a drummer with over 15 years of experience, having learned from some of the best drummers in Ukraine. With more than 4 years of teaching experience, he helps students develop their skills from beginner to advanced levels across various styles, including worship, pop, R&B, rock, and funk. Passionate about music and drumming, Ruslan continually hones his craft and is eager to share his knowledge with his students. His guidance fosters growth and success in drumming for all aspiring musicians!