Sasha Alexeev was born in Leningrad (now St.Petersburg), Russia to a musically talented family. At the age of five, he was accepted to the Vermishev School of music where he studied with some of the premiere music maestros in the Soviet Union.

After immigrating to the United States, Sasha studied piano at the prestigious California Institute of the Arts, working with such teachers as Leonid Hambro and Howard Richman. During that time, he created several original compositions that won local and national acclaim. In addition, Sasha became skilled at the drums, viola, and he took extensive voice training. He graduated! with distinction. Around that time he also won the Seraton International Piano Competition as well as the American Music Festival competition.

Shortly after graduation, Sasha signed with an independent record label and has since been extremely active in the industry, totaling 7 released albums. Over the years, most notable was the record deal with Rock Records/BMG which resulted in an album “Winter Tales” featuring solo piano with symphony orchestra. A year later a compilation album entitled “Bridge To The Heart” was released where Sasha is among artists such as Yanni, Marc Hirte, etc. The album features a solo piano piece by Sasha.

Although engaged with many concerts in support of these albums, Sasha still managed to complete his “Symphony no.1 in A minor”, “ Symphony no.2 in D minor”, a Piano Concerto, over 40 solo piano compositions, dance and rock tunes, songs, as well as many other works.

Always in demand for producing various singers and music! ians, Sasha wants in the future to record his symphonies and concerto as well as write music for feature films.

Professional Experience

Sasha has been teaching over 20 years and specializes in beginners of all ages as well as intermediate to advance students. The emphasis of his teaching style is on proper technique and musical development through positive reinforcement. He believes that music can be used as a tool for bettering one self and living a fuller life.
All lessons are custom designed to suit your needs!

• Everyone learns: Technique, Musicianship, Theory and sight reading.
• For young children - the lessons are focused on learning to enjoy music along side of studying proper technique/music discipline (finger placement, relaxation, posture, etc.)
• For older beginners - the pace is set up to accommodate a working adult, complete with specialized practice plans and exercises.

Some of Sasha’s students have won several competitions/awards and have gone on to professional music careers. All student! s participate in yearly concerts and recitals.