Quassica™ Music School
Our journey in Music
Over 35 years
Music experience
Our history
Mr. Pentchev, Director of Quassica™ Music, started playing piano at the age of 6, gave his first solo recital at the age of 12 and played as an orchestra soloist for the first time at age 14. Since then he has played over 30 recital programs in Bulgaria, Greece, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Russia, UK, USA and Canada. He has been a soloist of symphony orchestras in Bulgaria and Great Britain.
Mr. Pentchev can trace back directly his teaching lineage to Arthur Rubinstein, Franz Lizst, Carl Czerny and Ludwig van Beethoven only 3 or 4 generations back. He is a proud successor of different European and North American Piano teaching traditions.
Mr. Pentchev started teaching when he was just 18, right after graduating summa cum laude from a specialized Music High School in Bulgaria. He was second overall in the class of 1987. Throughout the years, Dr. Pentchev has enjoyed the success of many of his students. He is most proud of the love for Piano playing he has managed to inspire in his pupils, regardless of what field or profession they grow into. This success lead him to decide to start QUASSICA™ Music in 2016. The school has been a resounding success, increasing the number of students 6 times in the first two years.
Our unique Masterclass program is gathering more and more attention and appreciation, including by other music teachers and schools who would like to implement it.
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Our Progress in Last
2 Years
Achievements
Congratulations to two of our students for their high results in exams in 2019. They have been added to the Honour Roll of the ORMTA (Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association). Mark Lunga receives a special certificate for his high result in the Grade 1 RCM exam and Sienna Su is the recipient of the Janet Correia Scholarship for her high…
I have published one of my latest compositions for solo piano. The piece is called Her Morning Walk and is dedicated to theatre creator extraordinaire Jeannette Lambermont-Morey. She is a dear friend and throughout the years has been an inspired co-conspirator in creating some compelling and wonderful theatre. I hope to continue our creations as soon as we are able…
Our little improvised concert for our friends on this, Christmas day 2019. Celebrating or not, cheerful or sad, melancholic or in a grey mood, this is a good time to be hopeful, whatever your world view or religion. Consider this our gift to you.
Despite all the difficulties when starting piano, my teaching philosophy regarding how much information and shortcuts to provide to students underwent a slow and log evolution. Yes, of course it is great to volunteer as much information as we can to our students. It helps them learn faster, right?
Let’s try to look at all the criteria for a good piano teacher. I will talk mostly about piano teachers, since this is my area of expertise but many of the considerations will be true for any instrumental teacher. The first thing you should consider is the teacher’s educational background. Let’s compare these two possibilities:
Music Events
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Soundweavers: World Premiere
Soundweavers Collective is the brainchild of Ixchel Suarez, a renown textile artist, and Dimitar Pentchev, award-winning composer and pianist. This is their inaugural project, presented at the Oakville Arts Studio for the first time.
A Night of Jazz
Are you a fan of Ella Fitzgerald or Frank Sinatra? Then this concert is just what you need! Partake in the night of improvisation. 
Music of Many Nations
Our musicians will present you with an amazing experience and unforgettable impressions with their stunning musical odyssey. 
History of the Piano
Are you as passionate about the piano as we are? Then join a practical class taught by some of the best pianists in the world. 
A Night of Classical Music
Are you an admirer of Frederic Chopin or Antonio Vivaldi? Then this concert will be right up your alley! The night full of inspiration. 
History of the Saxophone
Are you as passionate about the saxophone as we are? Then join a theoretical class to learn more about the instrument’s origin and history. 
Music of the United States
If you want to feel the unique North American flavor, join us for an evening of music and dance from the United States. 
History of the Guitar
Are you as passionate about the guitar as we are? If so, you are welcome to attend a unique class taught by the living legend. 
