Anna DiVesta Piano Studios

My second senior sendoff. I decided to wait until another throwback Thursday to post this one. This one is tough. I’ve been with the Kubiceks for a solid 12? years starting with Talie and moving on to Asher. He started as a bit high strung and ended up being one of the chillest people I know. I really enjoyed getting to know him this year as he tried to beat Talie in the “get Anna talking to avoid actually playing” game. Always a competition. Stay in touch Kubiceks! I’m not sure how I feel about no longer have a Kubicek in my studio. I love hearing of your travels, and I need you to teach me your ways. Current piece: Chopin Nocturne in C # minor.

My first senior send off. 🥹 I didn’t have many pictures of Kristina’s first recitals, because as you can see Kristina came to my studio as a transfer student around 2020, 2021. What a time. Am I right? Kristina is a hugely talented student participating in orchestra, St. Louis children’s choir, and of course piano. We have a shared love of musical theater, and I have caught her multiple times at shows around town. She never complains even as I harp on her about technique or fake nails. She is headed to SLU in the fall where I am sure she will be a huge success in whatever she does, because she is amazing. I have no doubt she will do great things albeit quietly and without much fuss. We could all stand to be just a bit more like Kristina. Thank you Kristina. You have made my life better just by being in it. My Tuesdays will never be the same. 💕💕💕 Kristina is currently working on Flowers from Hadestown.

I always say that my absolute favorite thing about teaching piano is watching my students grow from cute little kids getting their first taste of piano into some pretty amazing adults. Not just pianists, but adults. They leave my program more like friends, and I hope they know that I will always be there for them. After the recital, a piano parent sent me a throwback pic and I had to do a then and now pic with Ms. Mary and Ms. Sally. So here is your throwback Thursday . Also, spoiler alert, the little guy in the corner is a senior. Be sure to check in this weekend for a super special senior sendoff post. 🥹

For me, a piano recital is an opportunity to watch my favorite people do what I love most. Thank you so much for a beautiful afternoon of lovely music. Please post your candids. I’d love to see them!

It’s recital weekend!! Aya has to miss out in person recital so here is her online submission. Everyone else see you tomorrow at 2:00 and 4:00

Aya Spring Recital 2026 Aya had to miss our annual spring recital due to a very special birthday so here is our spring recital piece, Waltz with Me, by the one and only Melody Bober.

That moment when your senior instrumentalists start to feel more like studio kids. Thanks for a great 4 years! I’ll miss you next year. Can’t wait to see what your future holds. Also thanks to your amazing teachers for sharing their students with me for a couple months every year (Stephanie Frosch, Jeff Leenhout, Gabe Mueller, Anna Seim, Kathleen Nuebling). Ended state with 10 golds and 3 silvers. Not too shabby!

Senior spotlight time. Marijke and Eva have both been with me for over a decade. Man! What a privilege to get to watch them grow into the amazing adults that they are. Not only are they amazing human beings, but you should hear them play the piano. Mondays just won’t be the same. Good luck at UMKC and SLU. They are lucky to have you both. So much love my friends. 💕

In case you missed it, our annual spring recital was this past Sunday and what a show! Check out these amazing performers! Bummed you missed it? Scroll down to see our live video, and be sure to check back in the next couple weeks for our virtual performances.

5 of our pianists participated in the St Louis Area’s Sonatina Festival this weekend. I am so proud of them! I can’t wait to see the judge’s comments. In the meantime, look at these amazing posters of Sonata Allegro Form showcased in foods! Ah! Two of my favorite things. 😍 way to go Rishi and Ayaana!

Our final virtual performance in our winter 2024 recital is Kristina! I hope you all have a lovely winter break, and I’ll see you after the New Year!

Kristina Christmas Time Is Here Winter Recital 2024 Kristina had to miss our winter recital due to conflict with another concert. Hope you enjoy her rendition of the Peanuts classic Christmas Time Is Here. Way...