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Emil Vajda, Pianist and Teacher
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Some Former Students I've Taught Over The Years

Larry

Larry

"This is something I have always wanted to be able to do. Emil is an incredible instructor with a great benchside manner so that learning is fun and interesting. He seems to coach the notes right off of the keys and into your fingers."

Buki

Buki

"Emil is a superb teacher. A Lebanese philosopher (Kahlil Gibran) once said 'The musician may sing to you of the rhythm which is in all space, but he cannot give you the ear which arrests the rhythm nor the voice that echoes it.' Emil has given me the ear."

Julio

Julio

"Having Emil as my piano teacher has been great, and my playing is getting better every day."

Marc

Marc

"It's a pleasure to learn from Emil. He stresses the importance of playing with a smooth legato and a singing tone. I look forward to making further progress in the months ahead."

Joe

Joe

"After a few false starts with other piano teachers, I am finally on my way to learning to play thanks to Emil. He has a great way of making the difficult easy. Each lesson leaves me motivated and increases my confidence."

Nevada

Nevada

"I am grateful to Emil, a patient teacher who actively helps me work towards my goals as a student. He has opened my eyes as to just how challenging good piano playing is and why it is also such a joy. We have a lot of fun."

Aaron

Aaron

"Emil is a fabulous teacher! At 29, I had never taken a lesson before, but Emil’s ability to empower the student and build his/her confidence has really paid off! While he takes teaching seriously, his sense of humor always makes the time fly by. Thanks Emil."

Diana

Diana

"I'm finally realizing a nearly lifelong dream of learning to play the piano, thanks to Emil's guidance and instruction. I'm truly grateful for his enthusiasm, expertise, and sense of humor. I've learned to appreciate that the path of the piano student is about hard work and discipline, but the rewards are great!"

Alla

Alla

"Emil is very knowledgeable in his art. His passion for music inspires me to work harder and absorb more. Every lesson is a great learning experience and an hour of joy. That makes him a great teacher!"

D.J.

D.J.

"I feel very fortunate to have Emil as a teacher. His extensive knowledge and passion towards the piano inspires me to become a better player. Emil stresses the importance of discipline and accuracy, and he makes each lesson enjoyable through his enthusiastic teaching style and great sense of humor! Thanks Emil."

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