Yury Mukovnin
Music Teacher | Classical Percussion Specialist
Koh Samui
Summary
Classically trained percussion player and music educator with over 15 years of teaching experience and a rich orchestral performance background. Graduated from the prestigious Saint Petersburg State Conservatory with a Bachelor’s Degree in Percussion Performance, complemented by advanced studies at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. Extensive performance history includes collaborations with renowned ensembles such as the Saint Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, Saint Petersburg Capella Orchestra, and Mikhailovsky Theatre Orchestra, showcasing talent in major concert halls across Europe, including the Netherlands, Germany, and Austria. A teaching philosophy integrates classical percussion traditions with a flexible approach tailored to diverse student needs, fostering rhythm, sight-reading, musical expression, technical foundations, and performance confidence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Music Teacher | Classical Percussion Specialist
Music School
2011.09 - Current
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo and beats.
- Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
- Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in music education, enriching both teaching skills and curriculum offerings.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Percussion Performance
Saint Petersburg State Conservatory
Skills
- Classical percussion repertoire
- Orchestral percussion performance
- Marimba and mallet percussion
- Snare drum technique
- Timpani technique
- Sight-reading development
- Rhythm and coordination training
- Ensemble and performance preparation
- Marimba
- Snare Drum
- Timpani
- Mallet Percussion
- Orchestral Percussion
- World Percussion
Solo Performance
Performed solo percussion programs featuring classical marimba and percussion repertoire. Also presented solo performances for international audiences aboard cruise liners.
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching approach combines the discipline of classical percussion training with a supportive and student-centered learning environment. I aim to help students build strong technical foundations, develop musicality and confidence, and experience the joy of making music together through ensemble playing and performance.
Teaching Experience
- More than 15 years of teaching experience with students aged 6–18
- Individual and group percussion instruction
- Preparation of students for entrance examinations to music colleges and conservatories
- Teaching marimba, snare drum, timpani, mallet instruments and orchestral percussion
- Development of rhythm, coordination, sight-reading and musicality
- Preparation of students for concerts, performances and auditions
- Organisation of student concerts and ensemble performances
Professional Performance Experience
Orchestral Percussion Player with professional ensembles including the Saint Petersburg Capella Orchestra, Saint Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra and the Mikhailovsky Theatre Orchestra. Participated in symphonic and opera performances and appeared in major European concert halls.
Timeline
Music Teacher | Classical Percussion Specialist
Music School
2011.09 - Current
Bachelor’s Degree - Percussion Performance
Saint Petersburg State Conservatory