Maria Lyapkova - Piano
An exceptionally versatile pianist, keyboardist, and educator, Maria Lyapkova has graced international stages in the United States, Europe, and Russia. Her wide-ranging repertoire encompasses five centuries of music with a special interest in historical performance.
Maria has collaborated with leading musicians across the globe, performing with principals from major orchestras and opera houses such as the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra, Bolshoi Theatre, and Indianapolis Symphony. She served as Director of Collaborative Piano at DePauw University and held Collaborative Pianist appointments at various universities, including Stephen F. Austin State University and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Ever exploring, she has worked with renowned composers Gunther Schuller, Joseph Schwantner, and Lori Laitman, premiering Laitman’s work Into Eternity in 2023.
An inspirational pedagogue, Maria has led residencies and masterclasses at esteemed institutions across the U.S., including Northern Kentucky University, the University of Central Florida, and the University of Tampa. With top accolades, including a Master’s in Piano and Historical Performance from Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory and a Doctorate in Collaborative Piano from the University of Texas at Austin, Maria continues to inspire audiences through her musical finesse, technical prowess, and impassioned leadership.
Ms. Maria is available for lessons through our virtual lesson studio.
Why Choose AMA?
At the American Music Academy, we believe that everyone should experience the joy of making music. Our goal is to provide an environment of education that is welcoming to all ages. Coming from generations of musicians, founders Wyatt and Laura Coleman have hand selected a team of professional and passionate musicians to bring quality music education to Houstonians. Our faculty has instrument-specific degrees from acclaimed universities all around the country. Our teachers tailor their music lessons to each student based on their individual goals. We offer the most comprehensive lessons in Houston, which include theory, ear training, sight reading technique, performance skills, and repertoire. Our brand new, state-of-the-art facilities located in Meyerland include a comfortable lounge with free Wi-Fi, water, magazines, and toys for children to play with as they wait for their lesson to begin. Spacious studio rooms are equipped with quality upright pianos, music stands, and mirrors to monitor progress. The American Music Academy takes pride in supplying our students with the best upright pianos to practice their modern or classical repertoire. Students will be able to use the full capabilities of a piano including dynamics, pedaling, musical phrasing, and dramatic interpretation. Students will be able to participate in seasonal recitals at one of Houston’s many venues. Recitals, included in their tuition, display each student’s personal achievements in their instrument. Our students have the option to perform piano, guitar, violin, viola, voice/singing, cello, and drums!