What Parents & Students are Saying

Parent Quotes:

Jon is an amazing pianist and instructor and can’t help but do well with young people, considering that he and his wife are raising so many of their own children.  Our son has truly grown as a pianist under Jon’s tutelage through the last few years.  We have particularly appreciated Jon’s range of music, his knowledge of musical history and theory, the repertoire he is able to pull from to match students’ interests and skill levels and his encouragement of budding composers, not to mention his scheduling flexibility. A highlight is always the June recital concert; it’s been wonderful to see the musical maturation of all of his students during this the end-of-the-year performance. And as a special treat, Jon always plays something too to make this a truly “wow” evening. Thanks, Jon! —Sue, parent

We came up from the Seattle area where you can have the pick of incredible teachers. We never thought we would find such quality in a small town. John is not only a masterful pianist, but is down to earth and inspires our daughter. She loves piano! — Ann, parent

Jon has been instrumental in my son’s developing love of music. Any teacher that can get my active 9-year-old to sit down and practice every day — with joy — is worth his weight in gold; that’s Jon. His easy-going style, combined with the inviting environment of his piano studio, makes Jon the perfect teacher for any budding Mozart … or Billy Joel! ….[Jon] has been such a tremendous influence in Kyler’s life. He loves piano and you have helped instill that love. Your kindness, patience and musical talent, along with your family’s generosity, have been a boon to our time here in Ferndale. Thank you for every thing….” Bonnie, parent

Jon makes piano lessons fun — Sonja, student

“You have been such a tremendous influence in K—–. he loves piano and you have helped instill that love. Your kindness, patience, and musical talent, along with your family’s generosity, have all been a boon to our time here in Ferndale. Thank you for everything!” — M–, parent)

Whatcom County is fortunate to have a piano teacher like Jon. He has a passion for music and knows how to inspire his students to reach higher. Our Hannah has been his student for 4 years! — A.C., parent

“Jon is exceptional with young children.  Our 6 year old daughter and 11 year old son (who started lessons at age 9) have been musically inspired by Jon’s lessons.  ”  Sabrina, parent

“Recently we experienced an increase in school work that needed to be done at home.  Jon was very accommodating and worked with us to create a new schedule that would fit our families present needs.  He is very kind, flexible and easy to work with.  He has a love for music that shines through to his students and we feel very blessed to have him as our daughter’s piano teacher.  She has really taken on a great appreciation for music under his tutelage. — Shari, parent