Testimonials

“Even with the hundreds of hours I have spent learning this piece over 40 years, I think I have today literally doubled my understanding, thanks to you!”

— Jonathan Pavluk (Rachmaninoff Prelude Op. 32, No. 13)

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“I watched the video while examining your charts. Your depth of learning, coupled with your unique perspectives, demonstrates wisdom. You got into Grieg’s brain. I am amazed by the rich patterns you found in this ‘simple’ piece and then created multiple views to anchor our experience and learning.”

— Roger Ward (Grieg: Arietta)

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“It is unbelievable how much difference it makes to the speed of memorizing and understanding this (and other pieces) by simply giving names to sections as in this video.”

— Roman Blanks (Bach Invention No. 2)

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“Your charts are magnificent. A work of art. Thank you for your years of dedication to these tools that help us to break down the complexity of such a piece as this.”

— Jim Letizia (Kreisler-Rachmaninoff Liebesleid)

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“The only person who seems to know how to explain the music not just tell you how to play it. Phenomenal work, only complaint is I wish this was a private lesson x3”

— @ChewyTwee (Chopin Etude Op. 10, No. 3 “Tristesse”)

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“I bought the chart for this piece and I got very happy. The variety and amount of information on the 5 pdf’s are unbelievable, besides some pages have colors and they are also very beautiful.”

— Andre Cirillo (Rachmaninoff Prelude in C■ minor)

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“I have learnt more about expression and technique from this lesson than with any other... Wish you were my teacher.”

— bombersmoon (Beethoven Für Elise)

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“This is the best lesson I’ve ever found for this piece... I’ve been playing this piece for years but now have a much deeper understanding.”

— Trevor Jameson (Bach Prelude in C)

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“You have succeeded in conveying the love and passion for music. My 7 year old boy admires you too... You are very loved here in Belgium.”

— @freddus777, Belgium (Liebesleid)

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“An hour and 45 minute great lesson...for free. Most teachers I’ve seen charge 200 for an hour, or more. You’re so kind and generous!”

— @Adam_Pianist (Chopin Etude Op. 10, No. 3 “Tristesse”)

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“Your unique approach to the charts has hooked me though and I just downloaded them. I will have them printed properly and dig in.”

— John Flynn (Rachmaninoff Prelude in C■ minor)

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“Bach’s soul is now engraved in my heart.”

— Weldon Percy (Bach Sinfonia No. 8)

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“This is the best guide to Grieg’s Notturno on YouTube. Thank you so much, Sally.”

— @natl6469 (Grieg Notturno Op. 54, No. 4)

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“This teaching lesson is amazing! It is full of details with your professional analysis of the music structure, which I love most. I learned a lot from your lesson. Appreciate very much your hard work to teach this piece and make this video ❤■”

— @weili2653 (Chopin Waltz No. 19 in A minor)

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“Love the addendum!!! Really helpful!”

— per174 (Rachmaninoff Prelude in C■ minor)

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“Your insightful structural analysis and the passion — especially your explanation of the Slavic coloration, the Sicilian rhythms, and the emotional weight behind the coda — gave me a much deeper understanding of this piece. I am incredibly grateful for the hard work you put into creating such a clear, pedagogical map for learners like me. This video is a wonderful gift to the music community!”

— @amrarchives (Chopin Ballade No. 4)

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“Your commitment to not just the physical execution, but the emotional drama of the piece is mesmerizing — just as entertaining as it is educational. You are an original!”

— @dennyboleware8408 (Bach Invention No. 2)

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“You are so beautiful and unique in the way you share this amazing knowledge! I’m making my way through the Bach Inventions and you are a godsend!”

— @marysaraha1580 (Bach Invention No. 6 in E Major)

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“Every time I feel stuck in the score I come back to Sally’s lesson and find a way to get free. Many thanks to Sally, the great teacher and inspiring musician.”

— @Linda-vx5sm (Bach Invention No. 6 in E Major)

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“Thank you sooooo much...my daughter and me are following you all the time...fantastic explanations...hugs from Croatia”

— @letiziayeti (Bach Invention No. 6 in E Major)