Dallas Music Academy

My son has been taking music lessons with Gustavo since he was six. He is now almost fourteen and we are more than pleased with the outcome. I honestly say that we would definitely recommend Gustavo Tolosa.

I’ve learned so much with Dr. Tolosa. He doesn’t simply observe, correcting wrong notes and pointing out things written on the page the way many other teachers do. The suggestions he makes always have broader implications; he often explains how a particular articulation, or the way a certain passage should be played, can be applied to other pieces in general. It’s true education, not just tutoring. However, note my use of the word ‘suggestions’: naturally, being a professional musician, Dr. Tolosa is an expert on musical interpretation, but at times he makes it clear that we’re trying out different things to see what sounds best, and he’s always open to input and questions.

I’m getting ready to audition for a few music schools, and while I battle my own mental blocks, I could not imagine a better professor.

I began as adult student having never had any musical training. Dr. Tolosa spent time to understand my objectives and even gave me one trial lesson. From then I was hooked. I don’t believe there could be a more patient teacher. Music to me is like learning a new language and Dr. Tolosa has a great ability to translate it to something meaningful and understandable. He celebrates my successes with me and builds me back up when I struggle.