about me
Hi, I am Wladimir Rahn, Piano and Music Theory Teacher in Steinbach, Manitoba - welcome to my website.
Playing the piano has been a dream come true for me since the age of 11. My parents have sent me to an amazing teacher, Elizabeth Pankraz in Germany, which I am incredibly grateful for. She put me on the right path early, and taught me, among many other things, the art of improvising and playing by ear. That, I have discovered quickly, is the way I really like to play the piano, by heart. Obviously, learning notes, and theory, and scales, and such were part of the program as well, but improvising I really enjoyed and now love to teach.
After just a few short years with Elizabeth, came a life changing move to Canada. Here I have had the privilege to study with a number of talented Pianists including Loren Hiebert from Altona, and Prof. Alexander Tselyakov at the Brandon University School of Music. I must say, that I only got half the way through University, since the love of my life, my wife Lydia, has changed everything.
We now reside in Steinbach, Manitoba where I am spreading the love of music, particularly piano music, by teaching students who are willing to learn.
education
I am thankful for the privilege to have studied with a handful of talented pianists and pedagogues, including Altona's Loren Hiebert and Prof. Alexander Tselyakov at Brandon University School of Music.
experience
It has been 25 years now since I have started playing piano. Have had many opportunities to play at weddings, various celebrations, and at church, where I am active now. The last 10 years of my life I have had the privilege to teach piano to many dozens of students. Looking forward to continue to do so in the future.
dedication
Playing piano has greatly effected and influenced my life, in a positive way. There literally are very few people who regret taking music lessons, it's great. Having experienced the positive benefits of playing piano in many areas of my life, some of which are listed below, I now love sharing this passion with students who are willing to learn.
