Quotes from Parents & Students:

Quotes from Students :

• “A few years ago, when I decided to switch the focus of my piano study from jazz to classical music, I began instruction at Allegro Music School. With the assistance of my instructor, Gil Harel, the level of my performance showed a clear improvement. Thanks in no small part to my experience at Allegro, I have been accepted as piano performance major at a number of universities.” - Kyril McCauley

• “I have been with Allegro Music School since the second grade, making this year my eleventh and final. Since starting, music has always been a part of my life, and in
  fourth grade I was inspired to take up the alto saxophone, an instrument that I have not put down since. Identifying as a pianist helped build my capacity for discipline, my ability to learn, and my self-confidence. Thank you, Allegro, for contributing to who I am today.” - Ben Williams

• “I have been a part of Allegro Music School for as long as I can remember, and I have been studying with [harp teacher] Mary-Jane Rupert for even longer. She has been so patient and kind with me over the past eleven years, and I could not have asked for a better teacher and musical mentor. As I prepare to take my leave from the program, I have begun to reflect on myexperience with the school, and I can remember nothing but good things. Allegro has taught me not only to appreciate hard-work and talent, but also how to produce music and share it with others. My entire family has been involved with AMS, and it has meant so much to all of us, as it continues to for my younger brother. I feel sad to have come to the point of separation with Allegro, but I intend to take my love and appreciation of music with me as I move on. Thank you for everything!” - Phoebe Laughlin
  

Quotes from Parents :

• "When your child says how when he has kids, he'll take them to Ms. Simovici for piano lessons, you know you and your children have met a great teacher.   Our chidren's past year, their first, with Ms. Simovici has been wonderful, blessed with Ms. Simovici's love for music and love for children and for teaching children.  She isn't just expertly knowledgeable about our children's musical abilities; she is also incredibly attuned with processes of their learning.  Our children feel very supported.   Any parent could learn parenting from her teaching - while she is firm with what she knows what our children can do, she is also very, very attuned and responsive to how they need her help through something difficult or, at times, lack of practice!   Teachers and students at Allegro School of Music create a wonderful community gifted with music, music makers and music lovers in the making." - Xiaolu Hsi

• “We are so happy that we found Allegro Music School and the inspirational Mrs. Doina Simovici. Our daughter, Emma, has grown and matured with her piano lessons. The practice and memorization has taught her discipline that applies to her music as well as her schoolwork. The frequent public performances have given her a poise and confidence that serves her well now and will in her future career.” - Kathleen Hogan, MD, and Jason Wakakuwa, MD.

• “We are so happy for Allegro Music School helping to give the gift of music to our daughters. In every year of Anne's five, and Laura's three with Allegro they have learned at a phenominal rate. The frequent recitals are inspiring, and practicing brings wonderful new music into our home and a sense of accomplishment to the kids.” - The Baileys

• “My children and I happened to be at the library one afternoon, when students from the Allegro Music School were performing a concert. The quality of that performance was superb. When it came time to sign my son up for music lessons, I turned to The Allegro Music School.
  My beliefs about the school have absolutely been confirmed. The instructors are excellent, and under the skillful direction of Doina Simovici, they are able to create a child-centered, structured, and nurturing environment for children. The Allegro Music School has been a wonderful fit for my son.” - Melissa Patrick, Natick

• " Just one year ago, our elder son began theory study at Allegro Music School with Gil Harel. By September of last year, Kyril, with our approval, decided to have Gil also instruct him in classical piano performance for his instrumental honors class. In just nine months, the quality of Kyril's playing has improved tremendously, such that he should be well prepared for college auditions in the area of piano performance and pedagogy ? thanks to Gil Harel and Allegro. " - Bob and Sharon McCauley

• Allegro brought music in Michelle's life. The good instruction made her blossom from a shy child to a confident young teenager. ” - Mrs. Kociuba, Wellesley

• “ We salute you for your energy, and for your ability to teach and inspire. Kudos to you, the faculty and the students for work brilliantly done, and our best wishes for even greater success in the next five years. ” - Jay Ball, Natick

• “ Allegro Music School has provided our granddaughter Sara, with a superb musical backround. She has developed into a well trained young pianist with a keen sense of musicianship and love for her art. Frequent recitals and performances have given her poise and confidence. ” - Mrs. Eleanor Radin, Providence, RI

• “ Allegro Music School has sparked what I hope will be a lifelong appreciation for and love of music in my children. In addition, the performance exposure has helped them to build confidence and self esteem. Because of these performance opportunities they have developed the ability to remain calm under pressure which I believe is an extremely valuable life skill. ” - Terri MacRae, Sherborn

• “ The Allegro school has transformed the way children view music. Allegro offers so many opportunities for children to perform where personal best is the goal, not perfect performance. Allegro teaches every aspect of music including music theory and composition, not just memorizing a piece. The teachers truly love children and teaching them music. ” - Dale Sinesi, Natick

• “ We have been students with Allegro for five years-- not just the three children, but me too. Watching them learn, I felt empowered to learn a bit myself, and not being able to read music had always bothered me. It just seemed like a basic that I had somehow missed. It was exciting to see my kids each gain a knowledge that I did not have and could not teach them, and then suddenly I realized I wanted to learn too, so that we could all speak this common language. The way Allegro teachers approach music makes it accessible. It's encouraging and forgiving, and it makes you feel you can succeed. Learning anything new is hard work, but it's so rewarding! I watch my children play a piece, I see the seriousness of the effort, I see the pleasure when the piece is played well. Now I share that-- the struggle, the frustration, and the thrill of mastering something that involves both your body and your mind. We're grateful to the teachers for their skill, their encouragement, and their patience! ” - Shawn Laughlin, Sherborn