Student Reviews Below are just a couple reviews from both Adult students and parents of younger students. Click here to return to the main lesson info page. "Matt has an uncanny ability to translate something complex like music theory into easy building blocks for small children to understand. He relates these concepts to activities and ideas they can grasp, and he has an amazing amount of patience. He can draw their little wandering minds back to the subject easily and makes learning the piano fun and interesting. It isn't a single approach, but a tailored approach to meet the needs of each child which makes the difference in his teaching. We love Matt!" Trasi Judd, mother of Alexa Judd, Age 5 Austin, TX It was our good fortune that we've "found" Matt after a very difficult experiences we had with other teacher(s). Our son was at the point of quitting the piano altogether when we decided to give the music one more chance. Matt was able to gently transform all the repulsion caused by a previous teacher into a desire to play and enjoyment of music. Now we've reached the point we've never even had hoped to be at: Siddartha starts his daily piano practice spontaneously and wants to excel and do it right if nothing else just because of Matt. Binita and Goran Devic Parents of Siddartha, Age 9 I am an adult student and have been studying with Matt for a little less than one year. I have a background in music, having participated in the band program as a teen and going on to play flute in community bands as an adult. I have been very pleased with my studies so far, and am amazed at how comfortable I am with Matt. I have remarked to family and friends what a gifted teacher I think Matt is, and that is because regardless of what my struggle of the week is, he has the ability to identify the source of the issue and then provide a solution. Our lessons are fun and I leave feeling like I've accomplished something for the week. I will say, however, that Matt is no push over. He constantly challenges me - but that is what most good teachers do. As an adult, I have a little more latitude to decide what I am or am not interested in doing or willing to do. Matt takes an active interest in my comments and has always been willing to help me get out of piano what I want. I look forward to continuing my studies with Matt. I couldn't be more satisfied. Sandi Self Austin, TX |Home| |Piano Lessons| |Resume| |For Students| |Music Theory| |Music Blog| |Links of Interest| |Contact Info|