Irina Burkett: Caring, encouraging teacher. Passionate about teaching piano! Teaching in Milwaukie, Oregon since 1994 12 years of Classical training in Russia. Masters Degree in Music Education from Moscow State University. Oregon State Teacher’s License. Former president of South Metro Federated Piano Festival Teacher’s Club. Member of NFMC/OFMC. Taught at PCC, public schools, Catholic private school and private studio. Beginners through advanced, classical through contemporary, beginning composition and improvisation. Total musicianship instructions: ear & rhythm training, solfege, harmony, technique, artistry. Preparing students for annual National Federation of Music Clubs Piano Festivals, designed to give students the opportunity to perform and receive a yearly evaluation.