Elena Polevaya

Additional Info:

With Associate Diploma in Piano/ Music Theory and Master's in Musicology (along with operatic and cello training), I have taught piano, cello, theory, and singing for over 30 years. My accompanying experience is level with my teaching: ballet classes, AMEB /Auditions/ Tertiary examinations up to BMus level in all instruments. Having performed in all major concert halls in Melbourne (incl. Hamer Hall), I am now running Eureka Music Studios based in Ballarat. Played piano/ keyboard and served as Assistant Conductor in several musical productions with local schools and music theatre/opera companies, notably, playing the piano score for “Amahl and the Night Visitors’ by Menotti. Official accompanist for Ballarat Eisteddfod Vocal Competition 2024.
Design and record backing tracks (practice and performance versions) for vocal and instrumental music with frequent metronome deviations (ie, arias, folk songs, ballads, etc).

Fees

VMTA rates. Higher fees apply for higher grades.

Instruments

Piano, Electronic Keyboard

Specialisms

Early Music, Jazz, Instrumental Accompaniment, Vocal Accompaniment, Vocal Repetiteur, Musical Theatre, Ballet Accompaniment, Vocal Coaching