"Hi Mr. Ron,
I
have studied piano since I was 4 years old. My
mother was my piano teacher. She taught me how to read sheet music
and the needed fingerings to play scales. I enjoyed my lessons with
her and practiced everyday!
I went to Music
College and studied Chopin, Bach, Beethoven and
many other famous classical music composers, as well as
Hanon and Czerny for finger strength and
agility.
I can read very
complicated music and I can play any technically challenging
harmonic and melodic passage. But I had a problem when I wanted to
play Jazz or Pop music. I mean...
when I wanted to create my own sound, like Jazz or Pop musicians do,
I couldn't!
I was so
frustrated. Even though I was a "degreed"
musician, and studied for a long time, I couldn't create my own
sound on the piano. I could only read sheet music.
I searched for
any kind of book that would teach me how to create my own sound. But
some books were too easy and other books were too academic. All I
wanted to do was get to a point in my playing where I could create
my own sound.
Then, I came across your site
and purchased your DVD.
You are the
"real deal!"
Your DVD finally helped me to
"re-think" my approach to music and understand the needed
keyboarding skills to create my own style through your piano
"tricks of the trade" teachings!
It's just like having
you at home, 24 hours a day. I can review your
lessons to make sure I am applying the techniques correctly.
I feel your
DVD can help "confused"
classically-trained pianists. I know it can!
What I like about your teaching style is the fact that, everyone can
benefit from this DVD. Your beginner to
advanced concepts are presented in such a manner that
anyone can understand. This DVD is truly for the
"visual learner!"
Once I learned about
modes, I could start creating my own sound immediately!
It's fun and exciting studying
with you. I can't put it down!
Your devoted student."
Haruko Matsumoto
Yokosuka, JAPAN
"Hello Ron:
Thanks for the key number, and it is the first time
I received it.
I received every email you've sent me, and it
was not included.
But, NO PROBLEM, I am sure you have to
deal with MANY issues with MANY students.
My wife has commented on hearing me play as
instructed in the DVD.
She is IMPRESSED, not 'tooting my
horn,' but YOUR TEACHING METHODOLOGY.
Again, THANKSRegards,
Don"
Don Sherer - Hurricane, UT