Aritina L.

Within ONE lesson, Howard could pinpoint EXACTLY what my trouble areas are, and not only is he able to articulate a very clear plan for dealing with those, but he has also helped me with the burdening amount of pain that plagues my joints and muscles when I play something technically demanding! Furthermore, he is very focused, understanding, knowledgeable and gentle! After having many verbally.... difficult teachers whose teaching involved quite a bit of negative reinforcement, it is an absolute pleasure and an eye opening experience to have a patient, understanding teacher. Some people may learn quite well in that fashion, and there was a period of time when I actually believed, or rather was brainwashed into thinking that being verbally berated would serve as motivation. But now I see quite clearly that is not the case: I learn a lot better and I am more motivated to practice when I find it a pleasure to go to my piano lessons! Thank you, Howard for all your dedication, patience and knowledge!

Jaydon M.

My two years of lessons with Matthew Dueppen were the two most productive years of my playing. I made such a massive increase in playing ability from where I started to where I was when we ended. He was always able to help me in anyway with a problem I was having in my playing and he was always able to teach me in a way that was very understandable. He pushed me as a player to be better and I wouldn’t be where I am now without that. The music that he had me playwould focus on areas of weakness in my playing and I would notice great improvement in those areas over time of practicing. Even on the days where I was fighting myself and frustrated he was able to make me relax and play calmly without beating myself up, I have had nothing but good experiences and memories of my time taking lessons under Matt.

C. L.

I am so incredibly thankful for all that you have shown and taught me about music and being a musician. You've been a great teacher since day one.

Carey D.

Tailored the lesson to fit my skill level, and made the lesson incredibly informative and fun.

Cloe K.

The calm environment made it easy to make mistakes without feeling guilty, which also helped us to learn.

Allison Y.

My kids have been taking classes at HAMA for nearly two years, and the ease and passion with which their teacher instructs leaves them so motivated. The office staff is extremely helpful and always so understanding about make ups and scheduling. Really not sure if my kids would be this passionate about music if it weren't for this school!

Derek B.

Working with Delaram is like coaching under one of the world's top olympic gymnasts at the height of their career. Over the past year she has helped improve my lazy high notes and diction especially my Italian and french on top of all the amazing insight she has given me about how things really work in the music industry. She is very passionate about her art and holds you to those high standards. I would say if you are a serious student, she will make something special out of you.

Rebecca M.

I like doing lessons with Jeremey because he is positive and helpful during the lesson. If there was a mistake in an exercise we were working on he takes it step by step to make it better. In addition, when we fix mistakes it’s in a very uplifting way. His lessons are very helpful and positive!