"My 8 year old daughter has been getting piano lessons from Salli for a year and a half and she is playing really well. Salli taught her to read music and makes the lessons fun, so that my daughter looks forward to her lesson each week. We originally started with a different teacher and my daughter wanted to quit piano, because she wasn’t enjoying it. I’m so happy that we decided to keep trying with a different teacher and got Salli, because that made all the difference!"
--S. Sciarrino
Testimonials
‘Salli is exceptional - very technical and nurturing - this leads to confidence and skill for you as the student. I was previously the guitar player for my rock cover band - MDB (My Dad's Band) when collectively the band agreed I would move to the front and take on the lead vocalist duties for which I had no previous training. I began with Salli about 8 months ago - have had a couple of gigs and the response from our friends, family and the crowds has been amazing. I can sing out entire 3 hour set list without fatigue and having that confidence has allowed me to get better at engaging with the crowd and focusing more on my performance aspect. If you need a singing coach who is technical, specialized, and will get the most out of your voice in a healthy way - connect with her without delay - she is exceptional!!”
-Sean Pitts, lead singer of MDB
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'My experience with Salli has been a really good one. She is always helpful and takes the time to make sure I understand what I am learning and playing on the piano. I have been working with her for over a year and have learned so much."
-N. Gomez
"I had the pleasure of having vocal training with Salli for over 2 years. In the beginning I had doubts that my voice would improve. I came in as a beginner with pitch problems and low self-confidence. Gradually I could hear myself improving. Even other people told me I improved, including my choir director. Salli's teaching style enabled me to develop the confidence I needed and her technique changed my voice. She was patient, knowledgeable and helped to push me in a way that didn't make me feel nervous. Because of her lessons I was able to perform at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall in New York City! I'm proud of myself and will always be thankful for her guidance. If you are looking for a singing teacher, and are willing to practice and give your vocal muscles the time they need to develop, put yourself in her hands. You will be amazed!"
-N. Brackin, San Diego Choir
"Ms. Salli is an extremely talented musician and pianist with very effective teaching methods. She is able to adjust lessons to the level of instruction that is necessary to meet our goals. Ms Salli not only works on technique, but also theory, musicality, effective practicing, and building confidence. Thanks to Ms. Salli’s positive and encouraging teaching style, lessons are always enjoyable. My daughter loves every piano and singing session with Ms. Salli"
- Nivedita D ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Salli has been teaching our kids piano for almost four years now and they have grown into very accomplished musicians with her guidance. Salli's positivity and teaching style works very well for our kids. We would recommend Salli for anyone looking to learn piano.”
- Damien Skipper ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"I am so grateful that I started taking singing and songwriting lessons with Salli!!! The improvement in my voice since starting our lessons is kind of amazing. I have so much more power, tone and control. My songwriting has also really taken off and I’ve gone from wanting to be songwriter to writing a new song every couple weeks. Salli’s teaching style makes you feel encouraged and supported. Unlike some other music teachers I’ve had in the past that have made me feel nervous to perform in front of them, I feel like Salli is able to make me feel confident, while still providing helpful pointers to improve. I also really appreciate the structure she gives you for practicing on your own. You will be armed with warm ups, cool downs and breath exercises that really work if you keep it up!"
- Mary F ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Salli has strong skills that are based in an educational and performance platform. She is personable, accommodating, and professional. Learning and working with Salli is fun!!”
-Lanette Lynch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"What can I say. I was the guy who everybody said " You can't sing!" During the two years of working with Salli, she helped me to prove them all wrong! Now I'm singing with a rock band having big time fun. She is very flexible and easy going, no pressure but expects you to do your home work. She developed a routine specifically designed for me to get me the results I was looking for. You may think singing teachers are all alike. Not true. I have worked with several other instructors over the years but Salli's direction was what I needed to get to the next level."
-D. Carr, singer and keyboardist for 'Appian Way' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Wow, I have so many wonderful things to say about the super awesome amazing Salli!!!!! In 6 months, my voice has noticeably improved with better support, wider range, clearer notes, and I'm starting to develop my own style, just to name a few. Her teaching methods are great! Very technical with proper techniques, which is exactly what I was looking for. LOVE the vocal exercises! They are the right mix of challenging yet doable with practice. I feel so much more confident and comfortable now and am having a blast experimenting with lots of different vocal styles. It's sooooo fun! Salli is a fantastic voice teacher, I feel lucky to have found her :) “
– Brooke Limperis ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Recently I went on the hunt for a vocal coach to improve my voice and increase my endurance during performances, and I just have to say how wonderful it was that I found Salli. Aside from being trained by the best and being highly educated in the field of musical voice, Salli has a way of bringing out a singer's true vocals through both professional singing exercises and patient tutoring. I took her training once a week for ten weeks and I started to notice my vocal strength increase right away. Not only is she an amazing teacher, but she also gives you multiple tools to take from the lessons, so the training continues even when you aren't tutoring with her. By far one of the best investments I've made toward my career, I'd recommend her coaching for any genre of singer, at any experience level. You will not come away disappointed!"
-Joe La, Lead Singer for 'Silence Betrayed'
“Ms. Salli is a very talented piano teacher and a wonderful person. My daughter has been working with her for about 4 years now and she is enjoying the lessons very much. She works on technique, theory, and practicing effectively during lessons. Ms. Salli is always on time for the lessons with a very joyful attitude. My daughter loves Ms. Salli’s positive and encouraging teaching style, and also the way she is able to adjust lessons to the necessary level. I recommend Ms. Salli for everybody that loves music and would like to learn to play piano.”
-Ioana E. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Salli is a great teacher. I have been working with her for over a year. As a performing singer and pianist, she understands not only the theory from her years of study, but also knows how to apply it in the class room as well as on stage.
Her patience, understanding, and vision are inspiring. She has earned my highest recommendation as a music educator and performer.
Salli knows how to meet you where you are. She will help you get started or help you get over that plateau.”
- Jeff Finley, guitarist and singer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"I have been pretty bad at breathing my whole life, which affected singing, running, and even just an evening of socializing. With the help of a great voice teacher, I am learning how to control this better, and to be more confident in projecting volume, in addition to many other things Salli has taught me so far."
- M. Clarkston
"I have been singing since I was a child however never had any proper vocal training until I started taking vocal lessons with Salli. She taught me many helpful techniques with singing from breathing mechanics to how to accurately mouth the words I am singing to project my notes better as well as many other techniques. Over the years I have used her techniques when recording and performing and I have seen my vocal abilities enhance and become way better than they have ever been. Salli is very professional and very knowledgeable in music and singing, and a very sweet and sympathetic instructor. She really wants to help you perfect your art and will make sure it does happen, as I have seen it happen with me! She is also very patient and you can always discuss with her what you need to work on. I HIGHLY recommend Salli as your musical instructor; she truly enjoys her craft and loves to help her students."
-H. Talia ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐