Francesca is an outstanding vocal instructor. To name some of her attributes: she is highly…read moreexperience, has mastery of the Bel Canto system of instruction and technique, an outstanding gift for teaching, a deep understanding of the proper use of the vocal instrument, and a passion for passing on the art of singing. The Bel Canto technique, as Francesca teaches it, trains your body to naturally enable the proper function of the vocal instrument. The voice will then produce its most beautiful sound, just like a fine tuned, and well maintained musical instrument will. Both the breathing exercises and the vocalizes are essential to the process and work together for this purpose. This system is dependable. It will keep the vocal instrument at its best. The voice will grow and reveal more and more of its beauty as the vocalizes and breathing exercises are practiced. I love that this system is straight forward and really works! Nevertheless, from my experience in having a teacher as excellent as Francesca, I can see that to achieve success a skillful teacher to teach the Bel Canto system is as essential as the system itself. Teaching Bel Canto is more than teaching vocal exercises, it's passing on wisdom. With Francesca I'm learning how to identify for myself when something is out of line and how to apply the knowledge she has passed on to me to think of the most natural solution. I knew singing shouldn't feel as hard as it did for me, but I couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong. I always struggled with finding songs that "I could sing". My voice felt trapped, weight down and restricted like a prisoner in heavy chains confined to a tight cell. Oh how I wanted freedom for my voice! From my first lesson with Francesca I had the sense that "this was it". I was finally going to understand so many things about beautiful singing that had me puzzled for so long. When Francesca described to me what my voice would grow to be I was hopeful and skeptical at the same time for it seemed impossible. Now, singing feels easier than ever and I am singing songs I never would have seriously considered an option for me. I can now see how possible it is for my voice to grow into what I never even dreamed it could be.

Francesca has been such a gift in my life. I have been singing for many years and more recently…read morehave been suffering from vocal fatigue and just general discomfort from singing. I never like voice lessons. I always thought they were boring and I always felt like my throat was sore after them. I would get light headed, my ears would clog. Something definitely wasn't right. The first lesson with Francesca she said, "Here are the breathing exercises and the vocalizes, you have to do them everyday or you won't see results. " At first I was somewhat skeptical but also intrigued. I like to refer to her method of training as mouth pilates. She will get you to train your mouth and throat to do what it needs to do to allow your voice to gain it's strength and to allow it's beauty to shine through. I have been studying with her for about 7 months. And when I sing, I feel powerful, I hear colors I've never heard before and I am so excited to see what the future holds for my voice. Francesca is also one of my favorite people I have met in my life, she makes me laugh, she pushes me when I need it and I know she cares deeply about what she does and my journey as her student. I recommend her highly to any singer out there looking to improve their health and vocal ability and feel so lucky that I was able to find her so close to home.

Bonnie is an incredible teacher. She is deeply intuitive, wise, and patient. I feel like she has…read morenot only re-connected me to my voice but has healed my soul in the process.

Bonnie is such a wonderful person which definitely translates into her teaching style. She's…read moreincredibly knowledgeable, flexible and really meets you where you're at. I've been singing for years but as I've been working with Bonnie, she's helped unlock potential and different skills that I didn't even know I possessed. Would highly recommend!

Short version:…read more Danielle helped me undo decades of resistance around reading music, dramatically improved my sight-reading and technique, and helped me finally feel like the musician I always wanted to be. She is intuitive, kind, appropriately firm, and exceptionally good at meeting students exactly where they are. I couldn't recommend her more highly. Long version (for anyone who enjoys context): I took private piano lessons as a child, from 4th through 12th grade. I became very comfortable and confident playing, but I had a persistent internal resistance to learning to read music.   I continued to play throughout my adult life, but eventually gave up on reading music altogether. Over time, that created a quiet sense of inadequacy- as though I couldn't truly consider myself a musician without that skill.   In my mid-forties, my desire to grow as a musician reawakened, and I decided it was time to try again. Around that same time, I came across a post by Danielle saying she had an opening for a new student. I took it as a sign, reached out, and scheduled a first lesson. The lesson went so well that we immediately agreed to continue working together.   The same old blocks were still present, but within a relatively short amount of time, Danielle recognized them and somehow figured out how to work through them with me. Little by little, they began to dissolve.   Since then, I've been making daily progress in my sight-reading abilities and technique, expanding my repertoire, and finally growing into the musician I've always wanted to be.   I attribute this progress largely to Danielle's unique ability to intuitively understand her students and teach them in the way they need to be taught. She is incredibly sensitive, yet gently firm when appropriate. She is kind-hearted, fun, and uplifting, but by no means a push-over. That balance is important for adult learners, and even more so for children.   I only wish I'd had a teacher like Danielle when I first began my musical journey.   Without hesitation, I would emphatically recommend Danielle to anyone looking to begin (or rediscover!) their musical path.

Danielle is a truly exceptional piano teacher. She brings a rare blend of musical expertise,…read morecreativity, and warmth to every lesson. Our daughter has grown so much under her guidance--not just in skill, but in confidence and her emotional connection to music. Danielle is thoughtful and responsive in her teaching style. She meets students where they are, while gently challenging them to grow. It's clear she invests deeply in their progress, and her encouragement has made a real difference for our daughter who has been with Danielle for 2-3 years now. Whether online or in person, she creates a structured, supportive, and inspiring space to learn. She balances music theory and foundational piano with flexibility, making lessons both meaningful and motivating. We're so grateful to have found her. Danielle is a gem, and we can't recommend her highly enough to anyone looking for a teacher who is both incredibly skilled, patient, and genuinely committed to her students' growth.

I have almost always wanted to learn how to play the piano. Finally as an older adult I had the…read moretime and a piano. I looked around for the right teacher and was delighted to find Roxanne. I wanted theory and ear training to go along with my keyboard learning and Roxanne helped me get through the Julie Johnson series. Whether it was Bach or hymns or popular songs Roxanne always had ways to help me play better. I am grateful for all she taught me. I looked forward to her lessons and really miss them since moving away.

Roxanne is a fantastic piano teacher. My daughter has learned more in 6 months than she did in 5…read moreyears at a prominent local music school. My child is reading and playing music with an understanding she wasn't getting previously. She looks forward to her lessons with Roxanne and loves the process of learning with her. Roxannes ability to relate with and teach is a pleasure to observe as I am welcome to and many times will sit in on the lesson. I feel so fortunate to have her working with my child. Roxanne is also a positve influence and demonstrates to my daughter how to love music and those she shares her incredible talent and skills with. I can only speak positively about my experience with Roxanne she is an incredible piano teacher and a wonderful person.

My daughter began taking piano lessons from Julia about two months ago. She really looks forward to…read moreeach lesson. Julia makes it fun for the kids and let's them learn to play some of the popular songs which is great for a teenager who just became interested in piano.

Julia is an amazing teacher. My 10 year old daughter has learned a lot of technical voice skills…read morefrom Julia and loves working with her. Piano is somewhat of a challenge for my daughter, however Julia makes it a fun learning atmosphere so my daughter enjoys to continue to learn. Julia is incredibly talented and gives clear and specific direction on how to learn skills to become a better performer. If you want a fun learning atmosphere, Julia is a great person to work with.

Charlie Bird has been an excellent piano teacher for my son and I. Full disclosure, I'm in my 30s…read moreand my son is 6. I wanted to re-learn piano and I wanted my son to start so I reached out to Charlie last fall. We have been gong an hour a week since then, splitting the hour between my son and I. I really liked Charlie right away. Her studio is behind her home and has a very homey vibe. It's quirky in the best way. My son will sit on a beanbag chair and read books while I have my lesson and vice versa. Charlie has structured lessons for both of us, meeting us where we're at. I've been able to get through two whole books and my son is about to be finished with his first one. We also do flash cards and theory. I appreciate that Charlie really wants us to learn the notes/scales etc and be able to actually read music. Charlie is also always accommodating to our schedule and I've appreciated her flexibility when we've had other things come up or one of us was sick. If you're looking for a local piano teacher I can't recommend Charlie enough.

Charlie Bird tailors her teaching style to meet each person where they are. Her students learn…read moremusic fundamentals and how to play and love music. Those who want to write music are encouraged on that path. If a student wants to learn improvisation, she knows how to work with them. I've seen her work with very young pupils, with high school and college students, and with adults who are returning to musical roots, or trying out the piano or guitar for the first time. Charlie really loves her students, and that makes all the difference.

Stephen is very attentive to where the student is musically, and adjusts accordingly. He encourages…read moregood practice habits and parental presence. Overall this has cause my 11 year old to feel that he can do it and that he is not alone. I'm impressed that my son could learn to play so easily. This has to do with the instructor (who never has a bad day), and the curriculum he uses. The course is designed to move at your pace. It's a real pleasure to see my sons progress. It's a skill he can now carry with him the rest of his life! Our family thanks you Stephen!!!

Stephen is an awesome teacher, and always encourages my daughter to do her best. She's learned many…read morepieces in a short amount of time. I really recommend him.

We have been going to Ms Cheryl for the last 4 plus years. She is excellent and our children have…read morebecome quite the little muscians! Our 10 yr old was just chosen to become a member of the advanced band at his school. A great accomplishment for a child in his grade. Our two younger children love their weekly music class too! She is great with kids and we highly recommend her!

My child has taken lessons with Cheryl, she is great with children. I do feel her prices are…read moreridiculous. Just know the half hour lesson for 45.00 involves only about 10 minutes of teaching. By the time the person in front of you leaves, your child washes hands, gets to the instrument, she chats and chats then finally... they start the lesson which is maybe a full 10 minutes, then they have 5 minutes of free time and have to check out and make another apt all within your half hour. .I feel like it is the biggest waste of time and money.