"It was wonderful having you here -- thank you again for inspiring us with your musicianship, pedagogy, and personal dynamism. I read the teacher workshop comments, and they all thought it the best they've attended, because you offered them so much that they could immediately use in their teaching, and you offered it with engaging wit as well as authority. Personally, I was honored to be your left hand. I enjoyed it and learned much."

--Beverly Smoker, Coordinator of Keyboard Studies,Nazareth College, Rochester, N.Y., June 2008

"Ingrid Clarfield has a lot to say to piano teachers and says it with passion, humor, creativity, and vivid examples. At her master classes, both students and audience are engaged in a fun, supportive learning environment. The response to her sessions in Chattanooga has been overwhelmingly positive."

--Sigrid Luther, Chatttanooga Music Teachers Association, February 2008

"What a delight to have you in Portland as part of our Portland International Piano Festival. Here are a sampling of some of the comments about why all of those who returned their evaluations rated you as a WOW!"

“I loved the way she involved the audience. It helped reinforce each new idea. Ingrid is very personable and articulates ideas very sharply and colorfully.”

“Ingrid was very informative, but also entertaining. I loved seeing her interaction with the students. Very sensitive and encouraging.”

“I love her humor. She is so human.”

“So approachable, realistic, and personality plus!”

“Her “criticism” is so positive. She gives you freedom to experiment within tasteful boundaries. Her ability to draw the audience in and have us feel that we are participating , not just observing!”

“Riveting –held the audience’s attention continually!”

--Pat Zigelow, Executive Director, Portland Piano International, 2006

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2008-2009 Upcoming Events:
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WORLD PIANO PEDAGOGY CONFERENCE

October 22-25, 2008 in Dallas, Texas
Interactive Session: Thursday, October 23 10:30-11:30 AM
Teaching Demonstration: Saturday, October 25 10:30-11:30 AM

DEVELOPING A BASIC TECHNICAL/MUSICAL VOCABULARY TO INSPIRE ARTISTRY

Inspiring artistic performance should be an integral part of all piano study, beginning with the first lesson. To achieve maximum results we should always be relating even the most basic technique to musical expression and stylistic understanding. This workshop will provide teachers with rote exercises, etudes, and repertoire from beginning through advanced level that will show how to link technique and musicality. Suggestions will be given as to how to encourage critical listening skills with appropriate vocabulary for the young beginner, which will help develop good practice habits that will continue to improve as their repertoire becomes more advanced. Participants are encouraged to bring in examples of music that they would like discussed.

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Shore Music Educators Association

Friday Dec. 12, 2008 - 10:00 AM
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County 1475 West Front Street, Lincroft NJ 07738

DEVELOPING A BASIC TECHNICAL/MUSICAL VOCABULARY TO INSPIRE ARTISTRY

Inspiring artistic performance should be an integral part of all piano study, beginning with the first lesson. To achieve maximum results we should always be relating even the most basic technique to musical expression and stylistic understanding. This workshop will provide teachers with rote exercises, etudes, and repertoire from beginning through advanced level that will show how to link technique and musicality. Suggestions will be given as to how to encourage critical listening skills with appropriate vocabulary for the young beginner, which will help develop good practice habits that will continue to improve as their repertoire becomes more advanced. Participants are encouraged to bring in examples of music that they would like discussed.

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Westminster Choir College Saturday Seminar

February 28, 2009 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - Princeton, NJ
With Jim Goldsworthy and Lillian Livingston

MOTIVATING STUDENTS FOR ARTISTIC PERFORMANCES IN ALL STYLE PERIODS

This seminar will provide helpful suggestions on ways to motivate students of all ages and levels to perform artistically. Combining their many years of experience with their private and college students, Professors Clarfield, Goldsworthy and Livingston will share their pedagogical strategies as well as specific ideas on artistic interpretation for the different style periods. Dr. Goldsworthy will share valuable insights on how to make decisions on articulation and ornamentation in Baroque music. Professor Clarfield will discuss bringing out the character in Classical Sonatinas and Sonatas. Lillian Livingston will perform and discuss music of the 20th and 21st Century that guarantees to excite intermediate level students. The afternoon will include a Master Class with Ingrid Clarfield where teachers are asked to bring in students performing music from the Romantic Period. Students of any age or level are invited to participate

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Music Teachers National Association National Conference

March 28 - April 1, 2009 - Atlanta, Georgia

PREPARING STUDENTS FOR AUDITIONS AND COMPETITIONS: TURNING FEAR INTO FUN!!!!

Proper preparation for performing situations is an essential component for a successful experience. This program includes such topics as choice of repertoire, understanding and solving technical problems, memorization, performance anxiety and stage poise. Choosing the right performance activity to match each student’s abilities will be discussed. This workshop will provide useful strategies to help teachers successfully prepare their students for all kinds of performing experiences.

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Northeast Ohio Music Teachers Association Spring Conference

May 1, 2009 - Oberlin, Ohio
Pedagogy Workshop featuring several workshops (TBA) and a Master Class

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Washington Music Teachers Association State Conference

June 22 – 25, 2009 - Yakima, Washington
Several Workshops (TBA) and a Master Class

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2008 Past Events:
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INGRID CLARFIELD PIANO PEDAGOGY WORKSHOP


Presented by

The Nazareth College Department of Music,

Rochester Piano Teachers Guild and NYSMTA District12

With Guest Left Hand, Beverly Smoker

Monday, June 23, 2008 (Rehearsal Hall, A4)

01:00 - 3:00 pm. Road to Technical and Stylistic Mastery (Part 1).

03:00 - 3:30 pm. Break

03:30 - 5:00 pm. Teaching Rubato: Bend It, but Don't Break It!

Tuesday June 24, 2008 (Rehearsal Hall, A4)

09:00 - 09:45 am. Road to Technical and Stylistic Mastery (Part 2); Discussion of assigned repertoire for technical/musical considerations .

09:45 - 11:00 am. Keys to Artistic Performance (Wilmot Recital Hall)

11:30 - 12:00 pm. Teacher Technique Group Therapy: Bring Me Your Problems - Let's Talk! (Rehearsal Hall, A4)

01:30 - 02:30 pm. Training Your Students To Hear and See What You Do! (Wilmot Recital Hall)

03:00 - 05:00 pm. Master Class (Wilmot Recital Hall)

Teaching Rubato: Bend It, But Don't Break It

     We, as piano teachers face many challenges, perhaps one of the greatest being the maintenance of a steady tempo in our students' playing with a strict inner pulse. But what happens when they reach all of that splendid repertoire that demands rhythmic freedom? This workshop will provide teachers with ideas on when and why we use rubato, as well as techniques for how to teach students to play with rhythmic freedom beginning at an early age. Professor Clarfield will perform and provide an extensive list of repertoire form early intermediate to advanced levels that are effective in teaching rubato.

The Road  to Technical and Stylistic Mastery

     This workshop examines the essential elements of building a solid technique that leads to greater musicality and stylistic awareness. Attention will be given on how to achieve the correct sound that will result in desired musical purpose. An overview of the stylistic traits of the musical periods will be presented as they relate to how a student learns and polishes their repertoire for performance. Repertoire and exercises will be demonstrated from Elementary through Advanced levels. Professor Clarfield will incorporate examples from her books, Burgmüller, Czerny and Hanon: Piano Studies Selected for Technique and Musicality, and Keys to Stylistic Mastery (Books 1,2,3 co-authored with Dennis Alexander) published by Alfred Publishing Company.

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High School Piano Camp At Westminster

High School Piano Camp

Now in its 25th year, Piano Camp is a unique and exciting musical expereiance for high school students. Led by Professor of Piano, Ingrid Clarfield, the faculty includes Donald Smith, Todd Simmons, Radek Materka, Shannon Hesse, Laura Amoriello and Krsten Watkins. Ms. Clarfield will present lecture/demonstrations, master classes and group discussions. Which will allow participants the opportunity to explore, in a supportive environment. The many facets of playing the piano. Ideas on efficient practice techniques, stylistic interpretation, memorization and dealing with performance anxiety will be presented. By reviewing videotapes of their playing and coaching, pianists will be able to study technique, performance choreography, develop poise and strive for a polished performance.

Program Highlights
• Students will be coached in solo, duet and two-piano pieces in addition to prepared solos form their current repertoire.
• Students receive supervised practice session during the week.
• Ms. Clarfield will provide guidance in the preparation of college auditions, recitals competitions and career opportunities.
• Students attend classes in style and interpretation, technique, music history, theory, jazz and accoumpanying.
• Student will demonstrate what they have learned by performing solo and ensemble piece in a recital on Friday afternoon

Daily Schedule
Monrning: Group classes in technique, memory tips and performance anxiety Master classes in solo repertorie.
Afternoon: Ensemble rehearsals and coaching, group classes in music, performance chorography, preparing for auditions and mater classes( solo repertoire)
Evening: fun group activities that teach theory, jazz, improvisation, composition and accompanying, supervised practice sessions on solo and ensemble repertoire.

Enrollment
Enrollment is open to student entering the 9th grade through those who has just completed their senior year. Due to the popularity of this program, we are offering it in two separate sessions. Each session will be limited to 24 students. Returning student are recommended to enroll in session B.

Session A : July 13-July 19, 2008
Session B: July 20 - July 25, 2008
Location: Princeton, NJ




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2008 CALGARY ARTS SUMMER SCHOOL

2008 Piano Camp

August 11 - 15, 2008
St. Vladimir's Cultural Centre
404 Meredith Road (Memorial Drive and Edmonton Trail)
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily

Clinicians:
Ingrid Jacobson Clarfield
and
Lillian Livingston

The Piano Camp is an exciting five-day experience for pianists, aged 10-adult, to explore the many facets of piano playing. In a supportive, fun atmosphere that promotes a positive attitude towards practising and performing. Students are coached in prepared solo repertoire and new ensemble pieces. Students attend classes in musical style, interpretation, memorization, technique and performance anxiety. Classes on choir, art, improvisation, the Alexander Technique and a composer (a different composer is slected each year) are also offered.

Recital: Thursday, August 14, 2008, 7:00 p.m.
Friday, August 15, 2008, 2:00 p.m.
St. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre


     

     

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2008 CALGARY ARTS SUMMER SCHOOL

2008 Piano Pedagogy Workshop

August 7 & 8, 2008

Steinway Hall, 6999 - 11 Street S.E., Calgary, Alberta
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily

Clinicians:
Ingrid Jacobson Clarfield
and
Lillian Livingston

August 7 Session I 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Part 1 - Teaching Rubato: Bend it, but Don't Break It! - Mrs. Clarfield With Guest Left Hand, Victoria Chow

We, as piano teachers, face many challenges, perhaps one of the greatest being the maintenance of a steady tempo in our students' playing with a strict inner pulse. But what happens when they reach all of that splendid repertoire that demands rhythmic freedom? This workshop will provide teachers with ideas on when and why we use rubato, as well as techniques for how to teach students to play with rhythmic freedom beginning at an early age. Professor Clarfield will perform and provide an extensive list of repertoire from early intermediate to advanced levels that are effective in teaching rubato.

Part 2 - The Adult Student: Dealing with Unrealistic Expectations - Ms. Livingston

The adult student has made an enormous impact on the teaching profession. There are more adults taking piano lessons than ever before. Unrealistic expectations are high with adults and they are anxious to achieve results in the shortest time. This seminar will provide teachers with proven techniques that will help students turn frustration into inspiration.

August 7 Session II 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Part 1 - “Assessment in Your Studio" - Training Your Students to Hear and See What You Do! - Mrs. Clarfield

As teachers, we spend a lot of time during lessons telling students what to correct. However, what happens when they go home? Some have parents who will continue telling them, but are they really listening to themselves? This session will guide teachers in developing critical listening skills and vocabulary for students from the beginning.

Part 2 - A Judge Speaks to Teachers: Don't You Really Want to Know What We Are Thinking? - Ms. Livingston

This seminar will discuss the entire audition and competition experience. Ms. Livingston, an active adjudicator, will present special tips that judges particularly look for in these events. Topics that judges often discuss among themselves will be shared. The lecture includes 10 pieces teachers should not use for competitions. Judges always are subjected to hearing the same mistakes in this repertoire.

August 8 Session III 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Part 1 - Keys to Artistic Performance - Mrs. Clarfield With Guest Left Hand, Rebecca Leshures

Once students have learned all the correct notes, rhythm, and basic dynamics of their pieces, teachers are faced with the challenge of making their performances truly artistic. This workshop will provide teachers with useful information on how to develop greater artistry by guiding students in 3 “key” areas: Color, Choreography, Characterization. Teachers and students can apply these principals to all their repertoire to achieve a higher level of artistic performance, to sound and look like a concert pianist. Repertoire will be performed and discussed from Professor Clarfield’s unique series with well known composer, Dennis Alexander, Keys to Artistic Performance Books 1-3 (Alfred Publishing Co.), as well as other music from upper elementary through advanced levels. Participants are invited to bring in additional repertoire for discussion.

Part 2 - Adults Need Stepping Stone Repertoire Too!! - Ms. Livingston

Through carefully selected repertoire, creative practise strategies and using the communication skills of a therapist, this seminar will demonstrate how adult piano students can reach their goals in spite of limited practise time. Repertoire will be performed and discussed, showing how specific early repertoire can prepare students for the more advanced repertoire they all aspire to play.

August 8 Session IV 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Part 1 - Master Class - Mrs. Clarfield and Ms. Livingston

Students of all ages and levels are invited to participate. Solo piano and duo/duet teams are welcome. Spots will be filled on a first come first serve basis. Interested performers, please E-mail to cassa1@telus.net, or call Linda at (403) 271-0418 or Janice at (403) 287-1856.

Part 2a - Motivating Students by Tailoring Teaching Strategies to Their Learning Style–Victoria Chow

Educators, from general academic schools to private music teachers, have now begun to use concepts derived from learning styles and modalities. This critical pedagogy is an innovative approach to music education. As piano teachers, we can teach more effectively and with more ease if we are aware of these different learning styles. This workshop will give participants an opportunity to assess and explore learning styles/modalities and how their use can play an integral part in our studios.

Part 2b - Repertoire to Expand a Student's Musical Palette of Emotional Expression—Rebecca Leshures

Every piano teacher can recall certain students who observe a piece of music and interpret it as being “notes on a page.” Whatever happened to the musical language that we strive to teach our students to be fluent in? Why is it that students are not connected emotionally to the music, and often are not able to interpret it expressively? This workshop will deal with these questions and will explore a wide range of repertoire that appeals to students of various ages and levels. The music presented in this session will engage students and inspire them to expand beyond the black-and-white markings on the page, opening up a new palette of musicality.

Conclusion: Question/Answer with all


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Pedagogy Workshop with Ingrid Clarfield


with Guest LH, Sigrid Luther

By The Chattanooga Music Teachers Association

Saturday, February 16, 2008

Workshop: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Master Class: Chattanooga State Technical Community College

Teaching Rubato: Bend It, But Don't Break It

     We, as piano teachers face many challenges, perhaps one of the greatest being the maintenance of a steady tempo in our students' playing with a strict inner pulse. But what happens when they reach all of that splendid repertoire that demands rhythmic freedom? This workshop will provide teachers with ideas on when and why we use rubato, as well as techniques for how to teach students to play with rhythmic freedom beginning at an early age. Professor Clarfield will perform and provide an extensive list of repertoire form early intermediate to advanced levels that are effective in teaching rubato.

The Road  to Technical and Stylistic Mastery

     This workshop examines the essential elements of building a solid technique that leads to greater musicality and stylistic awareness. Attention will be given on how to achieve the correct sound that will result in desired musical purpose. An overview of the stylistic traits of the musical periods will be presented as they relate to how a student learns and polishes their repertoire for performance. Repertoire and exercises will be demonstrated from Elementary through Advanced levels. Professor Clarfield will incorporate examples from her books, Burgmüller, Czerny and Hanon: Piano Studies Selected for Technique and Musicality, and Keys to Stylistic Mastery (Books 1,2,3 co-authored with Dennis Alexander) published by Alfred Publishing Company.


9:00 - 10:30 Teaching Rubato: Bend it, but Don't Break It!

11:00 - 12:30 "The Road to Technical and Stylistic Mastery"

14:30 - 16:30 Master Class

Emalyn San Miguel (teacher Vikoria Lindsay)
Sonatina in C, by Haslinger

Jonathan Dennis (teacher Denne Irvine)
Sonata Op. 10 No. 2, by Beethoven (first movement)

Isaac and Abigail Hinchman,duet(teacher Tammy Benson)
En Bateau, by Debussy

Bethany Griffin (teacher Ann Pope)
Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 14, by Mendelssohn

Kristen Tscherneschoff (teacher Deanne Irvine)
Jardins Sous la pluie, by Debussy

Molly Gehring (teacher Sigrid Luther)
Sonata Op.10, No.1 - Adagio molto, by Beethoven

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Associated Music Teachers League of N.Y.

Master Class


Jean Gabriel Reotutar (student of Joyce Chung Liu)
Arabesque No.1 by Debussy

Svistoslav Leskov (student of Taissa Bohdanska)
Waltz in e minor by Chopin

Joseph Rosenstein (student of Yelena Polezhayev)
Four Blues (#2 & #4) BY COPLAND

Timothy Yu (student of Rita Kuo)
Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 14, by Mendelssohn

David Muller (student of Yelena Polezhayev)
Nocturne in C Minor, Op.48, No.1 by Chopin

Date: February 28,2008
(7:30 pm)
Location: Steinway Hall in New York City, N.Y

 


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Damien Dixon Memorial Piano Scholarship Performathon and Master Class


Performathon

Friday March 21 6:30-8:30 PM
Saturday March 22 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM


Pianists of all ages and levels representing many NJ teachers will perform in this event. All the students performing collected donations to sponsor them in these concerts. No tickets are required, but donations will be greatly appreciated at the door.

  

Master Class with Professor Ingrid Jacobson Clarfield

Saturday March 22 3:30-5:30 pm

Jasmine Chang,age 7 (teacher Soo Cho)
Le Petit Negre by Debussy

Gabriel Hsu,age 9 (teacher Veda Zuponcic )
Sonata in e minor - III by Haydn

Timothy Guan,age 11(teacher Julia Lam)
Sonata in Bb major, K.570--I by Mozart

Charles Wu, age 15 (teacher Lillian Livingston)
Polonaise in A Major by Chopin

Farshad Tahvildar-Zadeh,age 14 (teacher Larissa Korkina )
Toccata by Khachaturian

Ada Lin, age 14 (teacher Stella Xu)
SSonata No. 4 in C minor -III by Prokofiev


Date: March 21-22,2008
Location: Jacobs Music, Lawrenceville,NJ

 






Donations may be sent directly to: Westminster Choir College of Rider University 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton, N.J. 08540 The Damien Dixon Memorial Piano Scholarship Attention: Christopher Feltham

Reservations and tickets are required - contact Norman Seldin at Jacobs at 609-434-0222 or 732-245-4777 (cell) or NormanSeldin@aol.com

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Music Teachers National Association National Conference


Panel with Randall Faber and Scott McBride Smith:

Have you ever wished for a conversation with your favorite presenter?

Have you ever left a session with unanswered questions?
This panel gives the opportunity to ask those questions without a session before it! Submit your questions or comments in advance...or just show up and ask.

      Tuesday, April 1, 9:15-10:15

Exhibtor's Showcase with Dennis Alexander
"Keys to Artistic Performance"

Sunday March 30 1:00 pm -2:00 pm

Date: March 29 - April 2, 2008
Location: Denver, Colorado


 
 
 
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" I loved the class! " ---- Master Class at 2006 MTNA National Conference in Austin, Texas
"...I loved the class! We all had such a good time-especially the students, I'm sure. Most striking for me was your beautiful playing. Wish we could have heard even more! ..."
-- Nelita True (Renowned performer and pedagogue Professor of Piano Eastman School of Music )
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"One workshop from her is worth a year of regular lessons..."
"...Ingrid Clarfield's teaching attains the highest levels of creativity. But what makes her truly unique is her ability to de-mystify the road to artistry into practical, easy steps that will be useful in your own studio--this week! One workshop from her is worth a year of regular lessons. ..."
-- Scott McBride Smith (President, Royal American Conservatory Examinations
President and CEO, International Institute for Young Musicians)
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"Your session was truly outstanding"
"... What a special treat is was to hear your session at the MTNA National Convention in Los Angeles. ..Your session was truly outstanding. In fact, I’m sure it was a convention highlight for those who attended-and it was one of the best attended of all. The program content was well developed and was packed with an incredible amount of usable information for the studio teacher.
      By the way, your delivery style was also quite impressive. It was captivating and powerful. I could tell within the first thirty seconds that the audience became instantly eager to hear what you had to say.
    Ingrid, through your teaching and your workshops, you are making significant contributions to music and the music teaching profession. In fact, I plan to mention you whenever I’m asked to recommend an affective presenter. I am also personally grateful for your commitment to MTNA and our programs. ..."
-- Gary L. Ingle, Executive Director
Music Teachers National Association
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"...The combinations of your witty spontaneity and musical artistry made for a memorable morning."
"... On behalf of New England Piano Teachers Associate we would like to thank you for a stimulating and instructive presentation last month. The feedback from those present was excellent. Your pedagogical remarks regarding practice strategies, keyboard choreography, and having high expectations for our students were very useful and well received. The combinations of your witty spontaneity and musical artistry made for a memorable morning. ..."
-- Carol Chaffee
Chairman, N.E.P.T.A
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"...thank you..."
"... On behalf of New York State Music Teachers Association we would like to thank you for three dynamic sessions you presented at the 1997 NYSMTA convention at Skidmore College. We believe the stimulating information included in your sessions and in the master class inspired those in attendance to a greater awareness of the importance of their role as teachers and performers of the powerful art of music. Comments on the evaluation forms were glowing in regards to the quality of material you chose to present and your enthusiastic delivery. ..."
-- Diane Birr Convention Co-Chair
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"...I learned more about teaching from your presentation than from any other ..."
"... My Colleagues and I enjoyed your program with Dennis Alexander at MTNA Convention. I learned more about teaching from your presentation than from any other while attending this convention. ..."
-- Sue Hayes –Dearing -- NCTM
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"...Our students and their parents still talk about how much they took away from your instruction ..."
"... You would be as thrilled as I am if you were to see the results of your visit last month. The difference that we heard and saw in out end-of-January recital is the product of your recommendations and inspiration. Thank you, so much! Our students and their parents still talk about how much they took away from your instruction – and the teachers are using your books a lot. ..."
-- Noel Liberty --Albany Music Studio
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"...I thoroughly enjoyed your presentation! ..."
"... I thoroughly enjoyed your presentation! The ideas and format of your books are really great and VERY helpful to an enormous segment of teachers throughout the country! Your infectious enthusiasm and marvelous playing were inspiring to me and I’m sure to all those present! I went home to each with lots of renewed energy and commitment to better teaching! Thanks for sharing your perspectives! ..."
-- Diane Goolkasian Rahbee
Composer - New England Piano Teachers Association