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"I have been taking lessons with Monique for over 3 months. I sought her out because of a New Years resolution, I wanted to learn to play piano. As a 26 year old. With very limited musical experience. To say lessons with her have changed my life would be an understatement. She matched me with the right music book, the right schedule, and the right teaching. I have never felt more confident in my life. Learning something new in a structured way has brought a newfound sense of accomplishment and I owe it all to Monique. Her lessons are affordable and she holds you acocuntable while still making it an extremely fun and rewarding experience. Would recommend her to any adult who wishes to take on something new for themselves." - Maggie C., Atlanta.
"We would like to thank Monique for her professionalism and her patience and kindness with our child. She's the perfect match to teach piano to young kids" - Diane, mother of 4-yr-old Katelyn.
Testimonials from piano student parents upon moving to Atlanta:
"Monique has done a wonderful job with our eight year old son Adam. She kept him engaged, and interested throughout the lessons, and positive reinforcement was used to help him improve. We were fortunate to have Monique as Adam's music teacher, and the lessons learned will last a lifetime! Our greatest joy was to see Adam perform at a recital which Monique organized. This was a great achievement and it greatly helped improve our son's confidence with his art and with performing in front of an audience. We will miss you Monique!"
--Jason & Olga L. (Las Vegas)
"Monique Arar is a very gifted teacher! She has both musicality and technical knowledge, and she is able to encourage her students to develop these skills. My daughter took lessons from Monique for a year and her skill level increased significantly. She not only learned theory and practice skills, she also learned performance skills. Monique's requirements for her students greatly assisted us as parents. She is caring and truly invested in helping her students progress. " - Melanie E., 2016
"My daughter Salina absolutely loved going to piano lessons each week. Monique sparked a passion in Salina I never knew existed. She taught her at a level Salina could understand and before we knew it, she was playing the entire book cover to cover. Monique is patient, kind and truly loves what she teaches; it is evident in her work. I would recommended Monique time and time again and Atlanta is lucky to have her. We miss her in Las Vegas , but wish her the best." -Andrea C., 2016
Testimonies from "Introduction to Keyboard - MUS 111" at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas 2007-2009:
"We will miss you. I like your spirit and your professionalism. You have been a great asset to UNLV and we need to look for more students like you. " - Jonathan Good, Chair, Department of Music
"Monique was an amazing instructor, and didn't let me get in my own way especially when I didn't want to count out the music. She took the time, and had the patience to see me through some of the more tedious aspects of learning to play the piano. I benefitted greatly from that! Thank you! " - Juliet M.
"You were an awesome teacher and a better friend! It was great surprising my family with "Jingle Bells" at our home piano when the semester was over - they couldn't believe how much I learned!" - Alex M.
"It was fun having you as a teacher. After talking about it so much, my sister will be taking your class next semester!" - Pauline F.
Anonymous course evaluation comments:
Private Instruction:
"From the very first lesson I took with Music With Monique I knew I would be getting a great education. I started learning from the very first lesson. After only a couple months of lessons with Monique I learned very quickly how to read music and play the things I wanted to play. I also gained a wonderful appreciation for classical music and the thoery that goes with it. Thanks Monique for helping me achieve my dream of being a great piano player! Now I play keyboard in a local band in the bay area and love collaborating with Monique to learn more about myself and the music I love!"
-Abigail D., San Francisco
" I just started Music With Monique a couple weeks ago, and wow, what an improvement in my music reading skills! Thank's Monique!"
-Sandra H., San Francisco
"I have been taking lessons for two years and never even learned to read music, I only memorized and regurgitated. After only a few lessons, not only did I find myself practicing more, and having more fun with what i was playing, but I'm not memorizing anymore. With the easy practice carriculum monique set for my personal needs, im finding myself not only playing music, but reading it myself! Monique is the best if you want to really excell in you piano skills. See for yourself!"
-Steven G., Las Vegas
"Monique, you are the best teacher, thanks for helping me with my piano recital for school. I would have never been able to learn this without you. You made my family and friends so proud of me. The recital went great! Thanks for being the best!"
-Molly B., Las Vegas
"I have been taking lessons with Monique for over 3 months. I sought her out because of a New Years resolution, I wanted to learn to play piano. As a 26 year old. With very limited musical experience. To say lessons with her have changed my life would be an understatement. She matched me with the right music book, the right schedule, and the right teaching. I have never felt more confident in my life. Learning something new in a structured way has brought a newfound sense of accomplishment and I owe it all to Monique. Her lessons are affordable and she holds you acocuntable while still making it an extremely fun and rewarding experience. Would recommend her to any adult who wishes to take on something new for themselves." - Maggie C., Atlanta.
"We would like to thank Monique for her professionalism and her patience and kindness with our child. She's the perfect match to teach piano to young kids" - Diane, mother of 4-yr-old Katelyn.
Testimonials from piano student parents upon moving to Atlanta:
"Monique has done a wonderful job with our eight year old son Adam. She kept him engaged, and interested throughout the lessons, and positive reinforcement was used to help him improve. We were fortunate to have Monique as Adam's music teacher, and the lessons learned will last a lifetime! Our greatest joy was to see Adam perform at a recital which Monique organized. This was a great achievement and it greatly helped improve our son's confidence with his art and with performing in front of an audience. We will miss you Monique!"
--Jason & Olga L. (Las Vegas)
"Monique Arar is a very gifted teacher! She has both musicality and technical knowledge, and she is able to encourage her students to develop these skills. My daughter took lessons from Monique for a year and her skill level increased significantly. She not only learned theory and practice skills, she also learned performance skills. Monique's requirements for her students greatly assisted us as parents. She is caring and truly invested in helping her students progress. " - Melanie E., 2016
"My daughter Salina absolutely loved going to piano lessons each week. Monique sparked a passion in Salina I never knew existed. She taught her at a level Salina could understand and before we knew it, she was playing the entire book cover to cover. Monique is patient, kind and truly loves what she teaches; it is evident in her work. I would recommended Monique time and time again and Atlanta is lucky to have her. We miss her in Las Vegas , but wish her the best." -Andrea C., 2016
Testimonies from "Introduction to Keyboard - MUS 111" at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas 2007-2009:
"We will miss you. I like your spirit and your professionalism. You have been a great asset to UNLV and we need to look for more students like you. " - Jonathan Good, Chair, Department of Music
"Monique was an amazing instructor, and didn't let me get in my own way especially when I didn't want to count out the music. She took the time, and had the patience to see me through some of the more tedious aspects of learning to play the piano. I benefitted greatly from that! Thank you! " - Juliet M.
"You were an awesome teacher and a better friend! It was great surprising my family with "Jingle Bells" at our home piano when the semester was over - they couldn't believe how much I learned!" - Alex M.
"It was fun having you as a teacher. After talking about it so much, my sister will be taking your class next semester!" - Pauline F.
Anonymous course evaluation comments:
- "Monique was amazing!"
- "Monique made the piano fun"
- "Great instructor and very patient"
- "Fun and informing"
- "Very informative teacher. She is truly passionate about piano and that shines through her work."
Private Instruction:
"From the very first lesson I took with Music With Monique I knew I would be getting a great education. I started learning from the very first lesson. After only a couple months of lessons with Monique I learned very quickly how to read music and play the things I wanted to play. I also gained a wonderful appreciation for classical music and the thoery that goes with it. Thanks Monique for helping me achieve my dream of being a great piano player! Now I play keyboard in a local band in the bay area and love collaborating with Monique to learn more about myself and the music I love!"
-Abigail D., San Francisco
" I just started Music With Monique a couple weeks ago, and wow, what an improvement in my music reading skills! Thank's Monique!"
-Sandra H., San Francisco
"I have been taking lessons for two years and never even learned to read music, I only memorized and regurgitated. After only a few lessons, not only did I find myself practicing more, and having more fun with what i was playing, but I'm not memorizing anymore. With the easy practice carriculum monique set for my personal needs, im finding myself not only playing music, but reading it myself! Monique is the best if you want to really excell in you piano skills. See for yourself!"
-Steven G., Las Vegas
"Monique, you are the best teacher, thanks for helping me with my piano recital for school. I would have never been able to learn this without you. You made my family and friends so proud of me. The recital went great! Thanks for being the best!"
-Molly B., Las Vegas