Ms Tatyana is a wonderful teacher. Moreover a beautiful human. My daughter used to look forward to…read moreher piano lessons each week. Ms Tatyana made my daughter fall in love with piano. She held recitals too. Its a wonderful opportunity for us as parents, to be a part of the piano fraternity. We are sad that she had to move away from San Jose. But we wish her the best. I am very very sure whoever comes to her with a will to learn, she will give nothing but her best to teach that person.

Amazing teacher; loving to students. Great attitude and patience. Would recommend this teacher to…read moreanyone.

My son had a trial lesson with Elyse a couple of weeks ago. She teaches out of her home. He's an…read moreintermediate-advanced student and we've been in search of a new violin teacher as his instructor of five years has left the area. She is a personable and informative instructor, and identified both areas of strength as well as feedback regarding areas of improvement very quickly. So even in the 45 minutes they met, she provided some good tips for him and things to work on that were constructive, and he felt he could connect with her and learn from her. Her rates are reasonable and she is approachable and communicative in a timely manner, something I truly appreciate. We live in Hayward and she is in San Mateo, and if she were closer, the decision to have her as his new violin instructor would be a no-brainer! Right now balancing all of the drives I currently do with other kid activities, so adding another drive across the bridge is a challenge. But I did want to make it known to anyone else looking for a violin instructor for their child (or themselves!) that Elyse is top-notch, and you cannot go wrong with her.

I was referred to Elyse by my daughter's previous viola teacher because she was moving out of…read morestate. We were specifically looking for a viola teacher that focuses on the viola technique and has been delighted with Elyse's teaching style and knowledge. My daughter took weekly lessons with Elyse from her Junior year to senior year while participating in the Carlmont High School orchestra as well as the Peninsula Youth Orchestra. I cannot shower enough praise on Elyse as a teacher. She is strict when she needs to yet form a great bond and trust with my daughter. Elyse will focus her teaching based on your requirements be it sharpening fundamentals, working through orchestral pieces, or prepping for auditions. If you need a viola teacher on the Peninsula for your child, you can't go wrong with Elyse.

Miss Elisabeth at B-Sharp is an absolute blessing of a teacher. She took our son under her wing and…read morehe has been progressing in his Piano skills very well for the last 4 years. Not only is Ms Elisabeth a masterful piano teacher, she also inculcates a sense of confidence and zest in kids. Our son struggled with attention and focus prior and the lessons with Miss Elisabeth have been incredibly helpful and uplifting. She has a way with kids and treats each kid individually to bring out the best in them. We couldn't have asked for a nicer teacher.

Elizabeth Smolgovsky - Exceptional Music Teacher Worth Every Note!!…read moreBoth my kids have been taking piano lessons with Ms Elizabeth for years now and our experience has been nothing short of excellent. Her deep understanding of music theory coupled with incredible practical skills on piano are inspiring and makes a truly outstanding teacher. Her teaching style is tailored to each individual student making the learning experience personal, effective and enjoyable. Her incredible ability to break down complex musical concepts into understandable segments has helped my kids understand music and improve their skills significantly. Her love and dedication to music is evident in every lesson and her passion is infectious. Regardless if you are a beginner or experienced musician, she gives the same level of attention. She is not just a teacher but a mentor and guide to our kids. We would highly recommend Ms Elizabeth for piano lessons!!

Cynthia does piano and singing lessons and maybe other lessons, but those are the two I'm familiar…read morewith. My daughter has been taking piano lessons with her for about a year. At different times there's been one or two other students in the same class. You can also do private lessons, but at my daughter's age and level, the group lessons have worked out well. Cynthia is fantastic to watch with kids of all ages. She's patient and offers lots of encouragement. She really seems to know how to work with kids to keep their interest and help them progress. She takes a holistic approach to piano where she teaches not just piano, but music in general.

I've been taking my son for piano lessons with Miss Cynthia for almost 10 years. She is a caring…read moreand non-judgmental teacher. No cracking of the whip or ruler on errant fingers attempting to coax music out of a dusty piano but she has a gentle, patient yet disciplined approach. And her pianos are modern too; most are electric so one can try different sounds during the learning process which makes it fun.

Claudia is a wonderful piano teacher for students of all ages! She will tailor your lessons to…read moreyour age, interests and musical background. She is a fantastic pianist herself, a fantastic teacher and a fantastic human being! You'll have a great experience taking lessons from her.

Exemplary piano teacher who truly gives a damn about fostering love of music and does not need to…read morework within the sterile walls of traditional lessons and material. We searched high and low for a teacher who could work with our daughter who like myself has a natural ear and loves anime and video game music scores. She is playing pieces from Undertale to Miazaki (Ghibili) = Jazz & Classical. After a year and half she is playing way above the skill level I had through traditional piano. Leon is able to work with my daughter's passion to help imbue knowledge and technique into her lessons. We enjoy hearing her practice multiple times a day on her own accord because she has connected with the music and is not a mindless parrot. About me - composer, audio director, career sound person.

We searched for a piano teacher on the penInsula and happened to find Leon Rosen. What a great…read moreteacher! My son brought in some audio recordings of his favorite songs he wanted to learn on the piano, and Leon quickly figured out how to play the music. Soon my son (a teenager) was able to play it himself. I am amazed at how much progress my son has been able to make in a year. He quickly advanced from novice to playing Beethoven and Chopin. Hire Leon. He's a great teacher and works with kids of all ages.

My wife and I have been taking lessons with Danielle for a little over a year. It's difficult to…read moreoverestimate the level of impact she has had on both our musicianship as well as our love for music. I've struggled with singing my whole life, and have tried a handful of teachers. Danielle is the first teacher who I felt was, even after just our first lesson, able to express the issues I'm dealing with as well as the solutions (almost always vowels, enunciation, and breathing) She's also gentle in her feedback and doesn't make me feel bad about not being perfect. I was worried about continuing our vocal instruction after COVID hit, but Danielle has gone above and beyond with going digital, upgrading her setup so we can hear her more clearly and recording tracks that we can both practice along with and sing along with during lessons (to avoid Zoom lag). Lastly, I feel like Danielle cares about us as people. She is always great about checking in about things we've talked about outside of music. Just an altogether good person and a pleasure to be around. I can't recommend her enough!

My daughter has been seeing Danielle for about 6 months now. Although we haven't been able to go at…read moreregular intervals, her progress has been amazing. She's now 12 and we've noticed such an improvement in her dictation, pronunciation, volume and clarity. She really has become a much better singer. As a parent what I like about Danielle is her positive vibe and constant positivity. I couldn't imagine a more positive influence on my daughters growth as a singer. Consequently it's not all about signing either. She's beginning to recognize changes to her normal speech which will benefit her whether she continues to sing or not. All in all, I can't imagine taking my daughter anywhere else where she'd benefit as much as she is with Danielle. I highly recommend anyone interested in singing or public speaking lessons give Danielle a call and set up a lesson!

I came to Angeline as an adult beginner with a quiet fear that I had waited too long to start…read moreviolin. That fear didn't survive my first few lessons. Angeline has a rare ability to meet students exactly where they are. She never made me feel like a novelty or an exception, just a student with work to do and the capacity to do it. Her instruction is structured and clear, with genuine attention to technique, but she also knows when to slow down and rebuild a foundation rather than just push forward. What I didn't expect was how encouraged I'd feel. Adult learners carry a different kind of self-consciousness, and Angeline seems to understand that without it ever needing to be said. Progress felt real and earned, not artificially inflated. Waiting for my lessons, I've also watched her work with younger students. She's patient, engaging, and clearly knows how to hold a kid's attention without losing the substance of the instruction. She's genuinely good with all ages. She also holds recitals for her students, which I think says a lot about how seriously she takes their development. I'm not there yet, but making it onto that stage one day is something I'm actually working toward now, and that's not something I would have said before studying with her. If you're on the fence about picking up the violin, whether you're an adult who thinks it's too late or a parent looking for the right fit for your kid, Angeline is the answer. Hands down the best teacher you'll find.

We feel so fortunate to have found Angeline. She is truly an exceptional and one-of-a-kind violin…read moreteacher. From the beginning, Angeline places a strong emphasis on building a great technical foundation, especially developing a beautiful and controlled bow hand. These are the kinds of skills that set her students apart and elevate their playing to a higher level. Angeline holds her students to very high standards, but she does so with care, intention, and a deep commitment to each child's growth. In fact, my daughter had to relearn how to bow for almost a year; however, the time and effort was worth it. Angeline knows exactly how to challenge her students to reach their fullest potential while providing the structure, clarity, and encouragement they need to succeed. The progress and growth we've seen in our daughter the past two years has been remarkable. She has grown not only in technical ability and tone, but also in confidence, discipline, and musical expression. It's clear that Angeline's thoughtful, detail-oriented approach brings out the best in her students. If you're looking for a teacher who is deeply committed to excellence, meticulous, and genuinely brings out the best in her students, we couldn't recommend Angeline more.