Testimonials

Ursula Newman has given me the gift of music. As an adult, I have always wanted to learn to play the piano, but for one reason or another I found an excuse not to pursue my love of music. When I finally made the decision to take lessons, I knew Ursula would be my first and only choice. Through her years of teaching experience along with her positive attitude and skillful technique, she has given me the confidence I've needed to learn to read music and play the piano. The music selection has been that of adult contemporary pop and the wonderful and timeless pieces from the classics. I look forward to my weekly lesson with Ursula because I always leave excited to learn the new piece from one of the best piano instructors in the valley.

- Stacy Klein, Scottsdale, AZ

When I was growing up, all of my siblings and I took piano lessons. While I am not a “talented” pianist, I still love to sit down at the piano and play. I wanted my children to have this same opportunity. Whether or not my children have great musical talent, I know playing the piano is a worthwhile activity and helps them in many other ways they may not yet appreciate. Seven years ago when I was trying to find a piano teacher, a friend of mine recommended Ursula. I had heard her children play the piano so I knew why Ursula was so highly recommended! My children ranged in age from seven to fourteen and Ursula worked beautifully with each age and level. She was patient and encouraged them and always kept the lesson fun and stimulating. It is important to her that students appreciate and learn the fundamentals of piano and play the classics as well as selecting pieces of their own liking. She motivates children to practice and improve and participate in the recitals and other music programs that challenge them. Her enthusiasm and sweet personality combined with her teaching style and talent were the perfect fit for each of my children in learning to love playing the piano. Thank you, Ursula!

- Karen Preul, Scottsdale, AZ

Our family is very fortunate to have Ursula as a music teacher for our daughter Michelle. It is been 7 wonderful years of piano lessons. Ursula taught Michelle with great passion and enthusiasm. It is been amazing to see our daughter with no previous music skills turn into a confident piano player. Ursula taught her not only piano techniques and music theory, but has passed her love for music to our child. Ursula is a true professional, who has a real talent for teaching. We highly recommend her.

- Yuri and Irina Sasonov, Scottsdale, AZ

My family and I have had the pleasure of knowing Ursula for two years. I was unsure where to begin when my then 9 year old daughter showed interest in playing the piano. I called around to several piano stores to see where I could get lessons. After several failed attempts to get names of piano teachers, I was referred to Ursula Newman.

I called Ursula and my daughter was off to her first lesson days later.

Ursula welcomed us into her home with a big smile. Ursula's fun and laid back personality immediately helped my daughter feel at ease. I was so pleased to see how nurturing and caring she was with my daughter.

My daughter, Faith, loves her weekly lessons and she has blossomed as a pianist. She is always encouraged by kind words and positive feedback.

I love that Ursula continues her own music education as well. She annually attends conferences with other piano instructors to find just the right program for her students.

Ursula's passion for piano is contagious! She is helping to mold my daughter with the gift of music. I feel very blessed to have her as Faith's piano instructor.

- Romina Cain, Scottsdale AZ