Natalia graduated from the Far East State Academy of Arts (Chorus Conducting) in Russia in 2000. After graduation she has been teaching at her Alma Mater & performed in her hometown (Vladivostok) till she left to Seoul (South Korea) for work in 2002. 

The next 16 years in South Korea brought new experiences in her professional life & gave her the opportunity to work with amazing musicians from around the world & improved her career. 

The next chapter in her life was exiting! She moved to Auckland with her family & started a new life in this beautiful country!

Being so dedicated to teaching music & performing over 23 years, Natalia began the music school "Meyta Music Classes" in 2020 & founded the Tango Quartet "Milonga De Cuatro" in 2019.

In 2025 Natalia completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Piano Performance at the University of Auckland under Dr. Sarah Watkins. Currently she is on her way to complete Master Degree in Piano Performance with Dr. Watkins.

Gulnara is a dedicated & accomplished piano teacher with over two decades of experience in music education. Gulnara taught piano at the International School Suva (Fiji) for over 16 years and participated in charity performances. Since 2022 she taught at Lewis Eady Music School (Auckland) & live in New Zealand.

Gulnara began her music education journey at the Kazakhstan National Music Academy, earning a Master Degree in Piano Performing. Recognised for excellence, she received 6 awards such as Best Accompanist at competitions like the Kazakhstan International "Tatimbet" & National "Kurmangazi” during 1999-2005. After the graduation Gulnara taught piano at Almaty National Conservatory.

In 2021, Gulnara furthered her academic pursuits with a Graduate Diploma in Music from the University of Auckland, demonstrating her commitment to continuous learning. With a holistic approach to music education, she is committed to inspiring and guiding pianists to reach their highest potential.

Tatiana made the decision to pursue a career in music after graduating from Rudny State Music College in Kazakhstan and earning her BMus degree at Kostanay State University in Kazakhstan, where she specialised in Classical Piano Performing. Her passion for the piano and dedication to her craft led her to begin teaching piano professionally in 2000. Since then, she has been committed to sharing her knowledge and skills with her students, teaching through individual lessons and guiding young musicians on their musical journeys.

In addition to teaching, Tatiana has organized numerous music events for preschoolers and young performers, providing them with valuable performance opportunities and helping to foster a love of music from a young age. She has spent over 20 years in the field of music education, during which she has built a reputation as an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher. 

Throughout her career, Tatiana has worked with many students who have gone on to achieve remarkable success in their musical studies. Her students regularly excel in examinations such as the TCL (Trinity College London) and ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) exams, demonstrating the effectiveness of her teaching methods and her students' dedication to their craft.

Darija, a pianist since the age of nine, has actively participated in various competitions and performances. After studying music in Europe for two years, she returned to New Zealand for high school. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Law at the University of Auckland, Darija specializes in Classical Piano Performance under the guidance of Stephen De Pledge. Notably, she completed Trinity College London Grade 8 at the age of 12, won the 'Polyhymnia' competition in 2021, and was a semi - finalist in the 2023 Lewis Eady National Junior Piano Competition. Her achievements include prestigious awards such as the Mary Fitzwilliam Cup and Harbourne and Arthur Instrumental Cup, alongside multiple excellence awards in various subjects, highlighting her well-rounded skills and dedication to excellence. Professionally, Darija has experience in piano tutoring and serving as an accompanist for several choirs and school orchestras. Her enthusiasm and openness make her eager to share her passion with students.

iTing is an energetic and enthusiastic teacher who started his music journey at the age of six at the first formal music school in Hong Kong (ICQM), where he majored in piano. Since then, music has become the most important part of his life. During school, Ting mastered the knowledge of music theory and history and completed Grade 8 ABRSM right after graduating from primary school. After that, Ting decided to come to New Zealand for further studies. To continue working on his piano skills, he started his Piano Performing course at Waikato University. Later he transferred to The University of Auckland's School of Music and completed his Bachelor Degree in Piano Performing under Dr. Justin Bird.

Ting enjoys teaching and has experience teaching students of different ages. He has successfully led his students through Grade 5 ABRSM piano exams.

Hana is studying a conjoint degree in Classical Piano (under Stephen de Pledge) and Law at the University of Auckland. With 12 years of piano experience, she has performed in competitions and recitals, and accompanied NCEA and scholarship exam candidates. 

A recent highlight includes being a finalist in the University of Auckland Concerto Competition, where she performed with the Auckland Philharmonia at the Town Hall (2024). Passionate about music education, Hana seeks to inspire students of all ages, combining her strong foundation in piano performance with a natural ability to connect with young learners. 

She also has teaching experience through volunteer work at Japan Kauri Education Trust.