ManaA.
ManaA.
Piano Harp
Paying attention to how relaxed my body is and taking breaks to avoid physical injuries has been an important aspect in my practicing. I am also patient when it comes to learning things slowly and diligently.
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15 ZIPs · California
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AboutManaA.
Mana Azimi began her musical journey at age seven, inspired by her mother’s piano teaching in Tehran, Iran. After moving to the United States, Mana pursued both piano and harp, excelling in competitions such as the Dobson Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition, the Yamaha Young Artist Piano Competition, and the East Valley Music Teachers’ Association Piano Competition. She later focused on harp, earning a Bachelor of Music from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a Master of Music from the University of Southern California (USC), and has just received a Graduate Certificate in Early Music from USC, where she studied Baroque triple harp under Maxine Eilander. Mana has a passion for both performing and teaching. Her performances span venues like the Greystone Mansion and Laguna Art Museum with Duo Tinkerhess, and her ensemble work includes collaborations with Musica Transalpina, Musica Angelica, and Ensemble Flame. She has recorded albums such as Galant Music for Cello and Harp and O Mother What Shall I Do: Scottish Fiddle Tunes. As an instructor, Mana has taught piano, as well as harp. She enjoys teaching students of all ages, fostering a positive and encouraging environment that inspires creativity and growth. Her YouTube channel showcases her love for music, featuring performances from classical to jazz and pop arrangements on both harp and piano.
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Mara Galassi
