Vladimir Tiagunov – A pianist by profession and coach by passion
Children are usually encouraged to learn to play at least one musical instrument in their childhood. While most children pursue it briefly and move on to other interests, there are those who discover an innate passion for it. Passion paves the way for gifted youngsters, who continue to hone their skills, growing up to become legends in their own right. Vladimir Tiagunov is one of those rare exceptions, who continued to master his favorite most instrument- the piano, to become a truly
accomplished musician whose passion and inclination towards music is unparalleled. Vladimir took to the piano as a fish does to water. He had an inherent understanding of music, a gift possessed by very few. During his childhood, he drew inspiration from his father, who played the piano despite being an engineer by profession. Vladimir began playing from the early age of 6, and as he grew, so did his immense talent. Vladimir was particularly fond of improvisation, channeling is creativity and spontaneity into his music. From altering the composition, to adding his own personal touch to it, Vladimir thoroughly enjoyed taking his audience and fellow musicians on a journey. Vladimir elaborated on this further, “Music is a medium that I have grown to love. I am able to communicate my feelings and emotions, to those around me. When I perform, I live in the moment and nowhere else. There is no greater feeling in the world, and that is the true beauty of
improvisation and the power of music.”

Today Vladimir has won numerous awards and accolades in recognition of his passion, dedication
and prodigal talent. Vladimir won the gold medal at the Forte International Competition for “Best Piano Technique”, held at the prestigious Carnegie Hall in 2016. He won the 13th LISMA International Music Competition in 2017, for being the top performer. In 2019, he was awarded the Certificate of Excellence for extraordinary dedication to the field of Music Education and outstanding student achievement at the Forte International Music Competition. Vladimir’s spellbinding performances, both solo as well as chamber, have led him to travel across various countries like Germany, Spain, Poland, Ukraine, Russia and the United States among others. He has performed at some of the most renowned venues in the world including Carnegie Hall,
Metropolitan Museum of Art Concert Hall, various Steinway Halls, Tilles Center and the University of
F. Chopin Concert Hall in Poland, to name a few. When he isn’t wowing audiences, Vladimir spends a great deal of time teaching piano to his students, many of whom are laureates of international Piano competitions as well. His vast reservoir of talent has landed him a place as a piano professor at the Long Island Conservatory, tutoring budding musicians and shaping their careers. As an active concert pianist, he has to balance his commitments towards his students alongside his own performances, all while frequently organizing several student recitals as well. He has tutored a number of brilliant pianists, among whom there are several Laureates of Piano Competitions. Along with that, he also serves as a jury member at several prestigious international music competitions. Vladimir Tiagunov is a living testament of how passion and dedication can lead to greatness. A firm believer of the saying, practice makes perfect, Vladimir is certain that his deep rooted passion has brought him where he is today. Vladimir elaborated, “While practice, discipline and dedication are
cornerstones to success, none of it would be possible without a burning passion and a curious mind that’s willing to create, experiment and innovate. That’s true success.”