Piano

Russian-American Concert Pianist, Composer, and Teacher

Began playing piano at age five and was composing original works by age six. She got her first music diploma at age twelve! Larisa has a Master’s Degree in Music Education Composition & Piano from the Russian State Pedagogical University in Saint-Petersburg. She spent six years in Helsinki, Finland teaching students piano and exciting audiences with her performances throughout Europe.

Led by her desire to increase her diversity beyond classical music, Larisa visited Florida, in 2004, she subsequently moved to the United States and in 2008, moved to Arkansas, where as a Pianist and Teacher of the First North Arkansas Music School - Ovation Music Academy, she inspired her students to become life-long.

She continues composing for the Piano and Violin, including Orchestral and Chamber works. Four of Larisa’s CDs are a compilation of beautiful melodies written throughout her adventurous life. Her heart-felt performances always inspire, encourage and uplift.

In August 2018, Larisa relocated to Phoenix, where she is working as a pianist for The School of Ballet Arizona, and as a Piano Teacher at Prestige Music Academy where she shares love and joy through her music and faith.

Enjoy Larisa’s videos online at www.musicshowbusiness.com and Spotify at Larisa Denman, Beautiful Life.