Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Street
Honorsandawards
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Personal Information
Hobbies and Interests
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Margarita Pinkosz

Margarita Pinkosz

San Francisco

Summary

Born into family of pianists with over two decades of experience in performing and pedagogy. Proficient in chamber music, harpsichord, piano, accompaniment and vocal coaching. Acknowledged winner of international competitions. Experienced with neurodivergent youth. Spoken languages: French, Russian, Polish.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Pedagogue, Educator, Chamber Music Coach

Hello Art
01.2004 - Current
  • Private business of piano, chamber music, violin and voice artistry for students of any age and level
  • Worked with over hundreds of students
  • Developed students'' music theory knowledge with engaging lesson plans and hands-on activities.
  • Championed diversity in programming by featuring works from underrepresented composers in concerts and recitals.
  • Mentored aspiring musicians, providing guidance on repertoire selection, audition preparation, and career planning.
  • Enhanced student musicianship by incorporating individualized practice plans and performance assessments.
  • Inspired creativity by encouraging improvisation skills and experimentation within musical parameters.
  • Cultivated growth mindset in students, emphasizing importance of perseverance and dedication to their craft for continued improvement.
  • Elevated ensemble performances through effective rehearsal strategies and clear conducting techniques.
  • Promoted positive learning environment by fostering strong relationships between students, parents, and fellow staff members.
  • Preparing musicians for performances, competitions, shows, and exams
  • Creating personal method of instruction, but also offering traditional approach: Suzuki, Carl Orff, Kodály.

Accompanist, Chamber Music Player

Milda Martisius Violin/Viola Studio
01.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrated expertise in sight-reading, improvisation and transposition
  • Accompanied to around 30 students a year
  • Adapted quickly to changing musical styles and tempos in live performances
  • Able to provide guidance and feedback to vocalists and instrumentalists during rehearsals and performances.

Performer

American Bach Soloists Academy
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Performing in daily concerts and lectures demonstrating ability to think on the spot
  • Getting masterclasses from Early music masters upon invitation only, to improve skills and keep up with industry trends.

Performer, Board Director

Kensington Symphony Orchestra
01.2019 - Current
  • Preparing concert repertoire as piano, harpsichord performer, and music advisor position
  • Creating road maps for orchestra's future, taking part in board meetings.
  • Provided constructive feedback to peers during rehearsals, promoting growth as performers while strengthening group dynamics.
  • Contributed creative ideas during board meetings, enhancing orchestra continuity and memorable performances.
  • Performed in over 10 seasons

International Music Judge, Translator

International Juliusz Zarebski Competition
12.2020 - 01.2021
  • Judged professional musicians in chamber music section, giving them feedback in their performances
  • Assigning prizes
  • Translating for video recording French-Polish-English.

Teaching Assistant in Music/Tutor

City College San Francisco
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Designing tutoring sessions and supporting student's in new material learning
  • Managed tutoring around 20 students per day
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring services to students with diverse needs and abilities
  • Utilized various teaching techniques to enhance student understanding of course materials
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance
  • Assisted students with complex coursework, including helping them develop better study habits.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
  • Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.

Movie Musician

Attila Film House
01.2016 - 02.2016
  • Music creator for movie directed by Attila Rostas 'Silentium Dei'
  • Recognition in Cannes Festival, Raindance Festival 'Best Short Film', Brooklyn Film Festival 'Best Experimental Film', Los Angeles Film Festival 'Winner'.

Education

Master of Arts - Early Music Harpsichord

San Francisco Conservatory of Music (Harpsichord)
San Francisco
01.2019

Master of Arts - Chamber Music

LUCA KU Leuven
Leuven
2013

Master of Arts - Piano Performance

Conservatoire Royal De Bruxelles
Brussels
01.2011

Master of Arts - Piano Performance

Conservatoire Royal De Bruxelles
Brussels
01.2007

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Goal Setting
  • Confidence building
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Attention to detail
  • Injury Prevention
  • Sight Reading
  • Creative Thinking
  • Self-Driven and Motivated
  • Alexander Technique et Feldenkrais Somatic Therapy
  • Suzuki method

Accomplishments

Winner of over dozen of international competitions in: piano, harpsichord and chamber music.

Member of educational organization: MTAC.

Languages

Polish
Russian
French
English
Ukrainian
Flemish
Mandarin

Street

San Francisco

Honorsandawards

  • 1st Prize North International Music competition 2021
  • Platinum Medal at Grand Metropolitan Int'l Music Competition 2021
  • Silver Medal at Concours de musique Québec 2021
  • Bronze Medal at North American Virtuoso Int'l Music Competition 2021
  • 1st Prize in the International Internet Music Competition 2021
  • Recognition Prize at the King's Peak Music Competition 2021
  • Award by Stichting Koninklijk Consevatorium for Udo Reinemann Masterclasses, Brussels Belgium (2011-2012)
  • « Zaleski »Scholarship for Ecole Normale Alfred Cortot, Paris France 2011-2012
  • Scholarship for Alexander Technique Masterclasses sessions London England 2009-2011
  • 2nd Prize « Madeleine de Valmalette » Piano Competition, Paris France, 2006
  • Participant in XV International Chopin Piano Competition, Warsaw Poland 2005
  • Finalist in « Donostia Hiria » International Piano Competition, San Sebastian Spain 2002
  • Finalist in « Medzinarodna Klavirna Sutaz » Int'l Piano Competition, Kosice Slovakia 1997
  • 1st Prize in International Piano Competition, Brest France 1996
  • Award by National Funds by Ministry of Culture, Warsaw Poland 1996

Country

U.S.A.

Personal Information

  • Title: International Artist, Performer and Educator
  • Nationality: Polish

Hobbies and Interests

  • Chess
  • Dance
  • Interior design
  • Gardening
  • Poetry
  • Writing
  • Thrillers/Horror movie
  • Cybersecurity

Affiliations

  • MTAC

Timeline

Performer

American Bach Soloists Academy
08.2023 - 08.2023

Accompanist, Chamber Music Player

Milda Martisius Violin/Viola Studio
01.2022 - Current

International Music Judge, Translator

International Juliusz Zarebski Competition
12.2020 - 01.2021

Performer, Board Director

Kensington Symphony Orchestra
01.2019 - Current

Teaching Assistant in Music/Tutor

City College San Francisco
01.2016 - 01.2017

Movie Musician

Attila Film House
01.2016 - 02.2016

Pedagogue, Educator, Chamber Music Coach

Hello Art
01.2004 - Current

Master of Arts - Early Music Harpsichord

San Francisco Conservatory of Music (Harpsichord)

Master of Arts - Chamber Music

LUCA KU Leuven

Master of Arts - Piano Performance

Conservatoire Royal De Bruxelles

Master of Arts - Piano Performance

Conservatoire Royal De Bruxelles

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