Irina Jacob is a qualified music teacher and accompanist. She has completed 17 years of specialized music education and holds a Diploma of Piano Teacher and Accompanist from Russian State Rachmaninov Conservatory. Irina taught piano and music theory in the Russian Music Academy and later at her private music studio in the Middle East (Kuwait). The majority of her students who took internationally recognized music exams consistently achieved excellent results. Many of them received Awards and Diplomas in regional music competitions and festivals. She is a Registered Music Teacher with the Associate Board of Royal Schools of Music (London) and the Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association. Irina offers lessons to students of all levels and ages teaching classical repertoire, popular piano, church music and more. She also offers preparation for RCM Exams (all grades) in piano and music theory and various music festivals and contests.Teaching philosophy: offer best of opportunity to every student, those aiming for excellence in music and those who just want to learn to appreciate music and to get basic piano skills.