Parent Reviews

"Music Achievers has done amazing things for my child’s confidence."
-Paula T., parent

"It's been fun to watch our daughter learn to experience and enjoy music on so many levels these last few years.  It's become a part of who she is.  And like any good learning environment, there's more here than just the subject matter.  She's learning to listen, interact, practice and keep commitments--all things that will serve her for the rest of her life."
-Ann N., parent

"My kids' teacher has had an amazing ability to positively motivate my children in their study of piano. He has just the right amount of kindness balanced with strictness... He is an excellent musician and a superb teacher."
-Robin Mourik, parent of 3 students

"My seven-year-old son has been attending Hoffman Academy classes for two years and my six-year-old daughter has attended one year.  The knowledge that they have gained in this short amount of time has amazed me.  They not only have a great repertoire of music that they have learned to play, but they can read notes, count out rhythms, sing written music using sol-fa, and play with an ensemble of percussion instruments following a conductor. I highly recommend Hoffman Academy to anyone who is seeking quality music training."
-Julienne Vance, parent of 2 students

"[Hoffman Academy provides] a thoughtful, well-rounded music education program.  Our teacher has capitalized on so many great philosophies and rolled them into one fine program.  He has incorporated ear training, dictation, rhythm work, composition, technical training, and reading."
-Karen Baughman, piano teacher 

"As a teacher, Joseph Hoffman's love for people, particularly young people, shines through. He enjoys helping others become musicians and adapts his pedagogy to the individual. Rigid methodology is not his way. Rather, he is flexible , in accord with individual needs, and applies principles that are proven and universal to each teaching situation. I believe this is a reason for his consistent success as a teacher."
-K. Newell Dayley, Associate Academic Vice President, BYU

"Both my 13-year-old son and I have taken piano lessons from Hoffman Academy. Our teacher's ability to see the needs of his students and then meet them is wonderful. He is very good at personalizing lessons to their individual needs. Not only does he teach you to play the piano, he also teaches technique, music appreciation, and theory."
- Marty Nielsen, adult student and parent of  a student (send an email to Marty)

"Recitals and masterclasses were always well planned and organized, which was important to me, but more important for my children was that they were fun... our teacher made lessons enjoyable by using creative motivational techniques combined with kindness. He was also able to 'adjust' his teaching style and expectations for the different personalities and ages of my three boys which range from 7 to 17, quiet to gregarious."
-Cynthia Stapleton, parent of 3 students (send an email to Cynthia)

“I am really pleased with the progress Aaron and Lauren have made in just one year.  Aaron in particular LOVES to play the piano.  It seems any time he walks past the piano he has to sit down and play something.  I love it.”
-Kim Rasband, parent of 2 students

What specifically do you value most about your experience at Hoffman Academy of Music?

"Joseph's patience with my son, and his understanding of how kids learn best. He always makes lessons a positive experience and celebrates the little successes."
-Bonnie Davis, parent

"Mr. Hoffman is a highly skilled and motivating teacher. Our daughter has flourished under his teaching style and musicianship. I have really enjoyed the original curriculum that Mr. Hoffman has developed as it combines important aspects of many methods."
-Emily T., parent

"Positive environment. Professional teachers."
-Melanie Henstrom, parent

"I am completely confident that when I go to the Hoffman Academy, I'm going to get a talented, dedicated teacher. No buyer's anxiety. For my musical growth, each of my teachers (3 and counting) has been willing to partner with me and help me to fill in the gaps in my musical training. I have been able to grow in the way I wanted to, and at a pace I could support and enjoy."
-Tom Farnsworth, student

"Peter has really enjoyed working with Joseph this year. I really appreciate that Joseph has kept him interested in continuing his piano studies..."
-Anne Bryan, parent

"I have found the instructors to be highly motivated and always encouraging to the students. The level of instruction has been beyond my expectations. My overall experience has been very positive and I am looking forward to continuing my lessons."
-Amy Bruner, parent

"Our kids are learning music theory and how to create and enjoy making their own music. I love it that they will spend time at the piano on their own creating, or trying to figure out something they've heard."
-Ron Tubby, parent

"The instruction is amazing! My teacher has taught me more than I ever thought possible. It is so fun to be able to play so much better than I used to. He is patient and encouraging, but challenges me, too."
-Mareen Fisher, student



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