Margarita Shamrakov

New York, NY (USA)
Role(s):
Founder/Owner/Principal

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Location: New York
Industry: Entertainment
Year Founded: 2010
Number Employees: 1-10 people
Business Stage: Growth (profitable)
Entity Type: Sole Proprietorship
Description: The Biography of Margarita Shamrakov, Pianist, Singer, Songwriter: By Julie Rivera. At 7 years old, Margarita first began nurturing her exceptional talent at Classical Music School in Kiev, Ukraine. At ten years old, she then went on to be accepted at the prestigious Music School Lisenka for gifted children, mastering classical piano. At sixteen, Margarita immigrated to New York partially due to poverty and other unfortunate circumstances. Margarita championed towards success winning a host of awards such as the 1st place winner of the The John Lennon Songwriting Contest, sponsored by Yoko Ono and BMI for BEST SONG. Margarita has been seen alongside musical icons such as Yoko Ono and legendary Producer Arif Mardin. The beauty of Margarita’s voice, pulsating beats and classical piano create heart beating dance tracks breaking the new frontier in American Music in her CD’ TRAGEDY, produced by Multi - Platinum Engineer and Producer Mike Anzel. She is also a proud member of Montel Williams Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, and her songs were featured on their yearly compilation. Margarita has performed in prestigious New York City venues such as – The ANNEX, CBGB’s Gallery, Luna Lounge, Symphony Space Bar, Gizzy’s Coffee, Cake Shop, West Nile, Alrene’s Grocery, C-Note,169 Bar, Sidewalk Cafe, the New Yorker Show, Warner Brothers Channel 35, Seize the Night Show and more… Fall 2011 Margarita will be back in the studio recording her second album. Our Approach: We provide quality training using our innovative and unique approach that includes playing piano, music theory, performance skills, music history, practice skills, ear training, singing and good technique. We will ensure positive and encouraging atmosphere for learning, support and constructive criticism. My goal is to inspire students towards music, encourage playing music, enjoying music, and composing music.