Maksym
About
🎸 Hi everyone! My name is Maksym, and I’m a bass and guitar player from Ukraine. I have extensive experience performing with cover bands, orchestras, and artists, including Parfenyuk and Olya Polyakova.
In addition to my performance career, I have many years of teaching experience working with students of different ages and levels — both online and in music schools. I know how to explain things clearly, in an interesting and accessible way, and I always focus on helping students apply their knowledge in real musical practice.
With me, you’ll have a structured learning plan, a great atmosphere, and the opportunity to learn your favorite songs while developing solid musical skills.
Let’s work together and take your playing to the next level. 🎶
Teaching Style
I teach guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, and work with students of all ages and skill levels — from beginners to advanced musicians.
I create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere so we can have a great time learning together.
My teaching approach is flexible and student-centered. I adapt each lesson to the student’s individual goals, level, and musical interests. Whether the focus is technique, repertoire, theory, or performance skills, I help design a clear and structured learning program.
I explain concepts in an engaging, accessible, and enjoyable way, making even complex material easy to understand. I believe learning should be both effective and motivating.
For my students, I regularly prepare customized materials, including written notation and tablature when needed, to support steady and organized progress.
Curriculum
In our lessons, we will not only play your favorite songs and riffs, but also explore music theory and the art of music as a whole — in an interesting, engaging, and clear way.
We will cover everything: notes, rhythm, chords, scales, different styles and genres, and also advanced techniques like tapping, hybrid picking, slap, and much more.
Credentials & Affiliations
• Kharkiv Higher College of Arts, Kharkiv, Ukraine — Guitar Department (transferred to Bass Guitar), 2015–2018
• Kharkiv National University of Arts — Bachelor’s Degree in Music Performance (Bass Guitar), 2018–2021
• Kharkiv National University of Arts — Master’s Degree in Music Performance (Bass Guitar), 2021–2025
• Touring and performing musician (2018–2026): active member of cover bands performing in clubs, weddings, and corporate events
• Collaborated and toured with Ukrainian artists including Parfeniuk, Olya Polyakova, Wellboy, 100лиця, 2tone (2022–2025), including tours and television appearances
• Orchestra experience: Prime Orchestra (2020–2024), Impulse Orchestra
• Instructor at School of Rock (2020–2022)
• Instructor at Boiko Music School (2022–2025)
• Private online instructor since 2020 — students in Europe, Canada, and Ukraine
• Experience preparing students for university entrance examinations in music programs
