Elaine S. says, "Ralph is an exceptional teacher who draws on a lifetime of experience. He is patient, kind, positive, and explains lessons thoroughly. He gives excellent advice.
His method of teaching is practical. He teaches music as a language and encourages learning through a thorough understanding of the keys, their relationships, and being able to improvise -- much like learning a vocabulary and phrases. This differs from piano teachers I've had in the past who focused on books and memorization (or what Ralph calls parroting).
Ralph has helped to correct some previous bad habits I didn't even realize I had, which had caused injury. I appreciate his techniques that will help me prevent any injuries in the future." Read more
