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'It really does work!' Piano Professional Magazine
'The first entirely new piano technique to emerge in over 50 years.' Yoga & Health Magazine
GéNIA – The Visionary Behind Piano-Yoga®
The founder of Piano-Yoga®
"...an outstanding musician...she knows how to communicate with her audience, and has the virtuosity that marks her out as a natural pianist."The Times
Concert pianist, composer, and innovative educator, GéNIA is the founder of Piano-Yoga®, a groundbreaking method that merges classical piano training with the principles of yoga and mindfulness. Drawing from her deep musical lineage, extensive performance career, and expertise as a qualified British Wheel of Yoga teacher, she has created a holistic approach to piano playing that enhances flexibility, strength, and artistic expression.
Recognised internationally, Piano-Yoga® has received worldwide acclaim in the music press, with praise from leading publications and professionals. (Read what the critics say in our Reviews section.)
A Musical Legacy & Global Career
Born in Ukraine, GéNIA was taught piano by her great-grandmother, Regina Horowitz, sister of the legendary pianist Vladimir Horowitz. After attending the Special School for Gifted Children, and The Institute of Arts in her native Kharkiv, Ukraine, she later trained at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama and Trinity College of Music, making her London debut in the prestigious Park Lane Group Young Artist Series.
GéNIA holds six instrumental diplomas, including a Master of Music (MMus) with Distinction, Licentiate of the Guildhall School of Music (LGSM) with Distinction, Postgraduate Diploma in Music (PGDipMus) with Distinction, Postgraduate Artist Diploma (PGA) with Distinction, an Honours Diploma from the Kharkov State Institute of Arts (Ukraine), and the Concert Recital Diploma (Premier Prix GSMD) from the Guildhall School of Music.
Her career as a concert pianist and composer has taken her to renowned venues such as Wigmore Hall, Barbican, Southbank Centre, Olympia, Kings Place, St John’s Smith Square, and St Martin-in-the-Fields, with performances across the UK, Europe, and the USA.
"...hair-raising virtuosity..." EPTA Piano Journal, UK
Compositions & Film/TV Placements
Beyond the concert stage, GéNIA’s compositions have appeared in major film and TV productions, including the critically acclaimed BBC America series 'Killing Eve' , British spy thriller 'The Day of the Jackal' and the British ITV drama 'Cold Feet'. Her music is regularly heard on Classic FM, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio London, as well as in Caffè Nero cafés worldwide, following a long-term collaboration with the brand that began when she became its first featured classical artist.'
"...one to watch..." The Observer, UK
Recording Career & Releases
GéNIA has released multiple critically acclaimed albums, showcasing her unique blend of classical, contemporary, and cinematic piano music. She has recorded for prestigious labels such as Blackbox, Nonclassical, Karma and Chappell for Universal Production Music, as well as through her own independent label, GéNIA MUSIC.
"... a musical gem...a thrilling and intoxicating experience...'' Chopin Magazine, Japan
Media Performance Coach & Performance Specialist
As a specialist piano and performance coach, GéNIA is sought after by musicians, actors and media personalities, helping them prepare for performances, piano-playing roles, and high-pressure public appearances. Her unique approach combines classical musical training with Piano-Yoga® principles, enabling her students to achieve rapid and lasting results while developing confidence, presence and ease under pressure.
GéNIA has presented Piano-Yoga® on BBC Radio London and Sky Arts, and has provided specialist piano coaching and preparation for the acclaimed film Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.
Her coaching integrates musical expertise, body awareness, breathwork and mindfulness techniques to optimise both the physical and mental aspects of performance. Her extensive experience has made her a trusted mentor for those requiring intensive preparation within demanding timeframes, whether for live concerts, film work, media appearances or major industry events.
"It really does work!" Piano Professional Magazine
The Birth of Piano-Yoga®
While refining her own performance technique, GéNIA recognised the physical and mental challenges pianists face, including limited hand span, tension, strain and stage anxiety. This led her to train as a yoga teacher with the British Wheel of Yoga while developing Piano-Yoga®, blending classical piano technique with breathwork, postural alignment and body awareness.
Her first book, Transform Your Hands: A Complete Ten-Week Course of Piano Exercises, has helped pianists worldwide develop strength, flexibility and a healthier technique. Her method is known as the only specialist approach that enables pianists to work safely on increasing hand span, with exercises medically reviewed and approved from a hand-therapy perspective. Her online courses, workshops and masterclasses continue to expand the reach of Piano-Yoga®, helping pianists of all levels achieve greater ease and expression.
"The first entirely new piano technique to emerge in over 50 years."
Yoga & Health Magazine
Worldwide Recognition & Acclaim
Since its inception, Piano-Yoga® has gained global recognition and been praised by leading music publications and professionals for its innovative approach to piano playing. "Having tested out Piano-Yoga with students aged seven to 70, I can't help but be impressed by it. My students have developed a greater finger control and the wrist exercises have really improved their phrasing." Music Teacher Magazine
GéNIA has led Piano-Yoga® workshops, masterclasses and retreats throughout the UK, France, Monaco, Holland, Cyprus, Ukraine and the USA.
GéNIA has taught at Trinity Laban Conservatoire, Dartington and CoMA Summer Schools, De Montfort University and Lewis University, amongst others. She has also educated piano teachers in the Piano-Yoga® method through presentations and workshops for EPTA UK, EPTA Europe and CAPMT in Los Angeles.
Please visit Reviews section on our website.
“With her positive, non-defeatist approach, GéNIA emphasises the joy and satisfaction of playing at any level and I would encourage any pianist — amateur or professional alike — to sign up for one of her courses.” Zoe Rahman, International Piano
Piano-Yoga®: A Transformative Method for Pianists
GéNIA’s holistic method has been praised for helping pianists overcome technical limitations, improve posture, and develop a more expressive sound.
Whether you’re a professional pianist, a dedicated student, or a complete beginner, Piano-Yoga® offers a transformational path to mastering the piano with ease and confidence.
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