Russian-Trained Piano Pedagogue
Luba Brodsky-Benefiel
Piano Pedagogue
Learn Pianistic Skills
Deepen your understanding of CLASSICAL MUSIC
Individually-tailored instruction for all ages and levels by a Russian-trained Piano Pedagogue with decades of teaching experience.
See rates below.
Training - Education
Mussorgsky Music College - Leningrad, USSR
E. Mravinsky School of Music - Leningrad, USSR
Irina Golin Institute, Carmel, Indiana
Instruction
Love for Music Piano Studio (2012-2026)
Love for Music Academy (2026-present)
Arizona Study Program (2014-present)
Welcome...
I’m so glad you’re here — and thank you for your visit. I have loved teaching piano and music theory for 30+ years.
My teaching is rooted in the rich tradition of Russian piano pedagogy, where technique and musical expression are developed together from the very beginning. This approach emphasizes beautiful tone production, relaxed yet disciplined hand position, attentive listening, and deep emotional connection to the music. Students are taught not simply to play notes, but to shape phrases, understand structure, and communicate meaning.
In the Russian school, foundations matter. We cultivate strong technical habits, refined touch, and artistic sensitivity early on, building musicianship that lasts a lifetime. Concentration, focus, and consistent practice are essential — but so is joy. Music has a remarkable ability to bring order to the chaos around us, and in that process, it develops confidence, patience, and resilience in young minds.
My students benefit from the blending of cultures — honoring the depth and rigor of classical European tradition while engaging the curiosity and creativity of today’s learners. With a strong grounding in classical music history, I help students understand not only how to play a piece, but why it was written, who composed it, and the world from which it emerged.
Our lessons are engaging, focused, and thoughtfully structured. Expectations are clear, standards are high, and students genuinely enjoy the process. Parents consistently recognize the growth — not only in technical ability and musicality, but in maturity and self-discipline.
Lessons are held in-studio in the Dobson/Germann area of Chandler, Arizona. If you’re visiting on a mobile device, feel free to call or leave a message — or send a note below.
I look forward to making music together.
Spring Recital - Steinway Scottsdale - May 2026
Your Piano Teacher in Brief...
Luba Brodsky-Benefiel - Piano Pedagogue; piano and music theory teacher. A graduate of E. Mravinsky School of Music and Mussorgsky Music College in Leningrad, USSR, prior to coming to America in 1990, she began her career in the U.S. as an accompanist for Arizona State University Choral and Dance Departments, then Ballet Arizona where she accompanied White Oak Project (Mikhail Baryishnikov) and Patrick Swayze. Then, at the Dance Department at University of California at Irvine, she accompanied famous ballet dancers and troups by request for her ability in meeting choreographers' needs.
Returning to teaching in Arizona, she founded Love for Music LLC to serve an ever-growing parent and student need for excellent teachers. Her reputation is edified by her students' accomplishments; excelling in the Arizona Student Program and piano competition awards.
Today, Love for Music Academy is a nonprofit a 509(a)(2) public charity offering the same high-quality pedagogical instruction. She has served on the Board of Phoenix Music Teachers Association and now as 4th Vice President for the Arizona Music Teachers Asssociation beginning in 2025.
The Russian style and training is known for high quality and superior results, such as the review below.
"My kids have learned phenomenal technique and theory. Not only have they learned technical skills but the story and history behind each classical piece. Luba is patient and kind and I would highly recommend her for a piano teacher." Jenny Okland, Mesa, AZ
Expert Piano Instruction - Assessment for fit is FREE - Must be 5 years of age
Potential students must have good sense of rhythm and tonality, perhaps showing a gifted sense of musicality. I assess each student for fit, so make sure to set up a time with me. I'll make that enjoyable for your student, too, and you'll be able to see how I work with them, and you. Please read on for important details.
Your student will need a piano, acoustic preferrable though digital is acceptable, with weighted keys (88) for practice at home. It is imperative that your student has an instrument at home to practice their assignments. Options are available through rental and sales connections, just ask.
Feel free to reach out for an interview through the email links below or calling me directly.
"I'd like to thank the parents! I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to get to know your children and to work with them each and every week. They continue to amaze me with their intelligence, energy and sense of humor. Thank you for recognizing the value of music in the life of a child. Thank you for the time you invest in supporting your child at home. And, thank you for including me as a part of your child's musical education." ~ Luba
Private Piano and Theory* Lesson Rates
Academy Contract & Policy (click to download)
Private lessons at my studio:
(paid monthly - 4 weeks**)
30 Minutes - $55 / $220 per month
45 Minutes - $70 / $280 per month
60 Minutes - $90 / $360 per month
90 Minutes - $125 / $500 per month
*Additional fees for Arizona Music Association annual test. Fees include assessment of student, development and delivery of individual study plans.
** Some months have 5 weeks and invoices will reflect it.
The Healing Power of Piano
I'm honored to have my story of how piano miraculously helped me recover from a stroke included in 88 MORE Ways Music Can Change Your Life which was released on New Year's Day 2021.
"88 MORE Ways" features over 100 new inspirational music stories and quotes by musicians and non-musicians from around the world. Instinctively, we all know the power of music, but sometimes we can't help taking it for granted.
I'm thankful for the recognition I recently received and the beautiful award. It is an honor to be recognized for the work that I so love to do.
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