Scottsdale Piano Academy - Private Instruction Studio of Lesli Hanson, M.M.
"Lesli,
I'am amazed by every recital, but this one was outstanding.  The pieces were extraordinary and everyone did a beautiful job.I remember when she got the piece, thinking is that too big for her.  We are so proud of her and thank you again for thesewonderful memories."
-parent of student
 
"She was super excited to show me those books...You work very hard with  her...Thank you for being the lead in her journey of music."
-Parent of student
 
"I'm so glad Katie had decided to continue with her lessons.  I think she is doing very well.  She has always had trouble with fine motor coordination and I think these lessons are helping her.  Plus she really enjoys the music she plays.  Just to let you know... she never complains about practicing! 
So, thank you Lesli!!
-Megan, parent of student
 
"Dear Lesli,Thanks for a great recital on Friday.  Everybody did really well. We really appreciate the hard work you put into the recitals and it obviously pays off.  I am also very pleased with the fact that she has become very independent in practicing and learning the piano and rarely needs my help. Thank you again."
-parent & student
 
Lesli,
We had so much fun with this event, some of the student perfomances were just amazing!  And the venue made it easy to walk over to Sauce afterwards for lunch with family who don't often get to spend time together.  Really a highlight for us all!
George, parent of student
 
"Thank you!  We loved the event.  Everyone was so well prepared - the work everyone put into this was apparent.  Zoe is looking forward to her next semester - we're so glad we got her started with lessons!"
George and Michelle, parents of student
 
"Hey Lesli - I just wanted to let you know that I am so very grateful to have you for a piano teacher...you are so completely dedicated to your students and you give up so much of your time to help us! And all of our piano recitals are always completely amazing!!!!!!!! I just wanted to let you know I appreciate you and everything you do :)) THANK YOU!!!!!!"
-Rachael, high school student
 
"Lesli,I am once again impressed with all your hard work and patience.Thanks for everything."
-Kathy, parent & student
 
“You are such a great and
talented teacher and woman.  
You have been so wonderful
with my daughter which is why
I'm taking lessons too.”
- Karen, parent & student
 
"I want to thank you for the
amazing growth Alden has
achieved. We are thrilled with
her accomplishments in just a
year with you.  The best part is
watching her enthusiasm in
piano.  When she got home from her lesson at 6:45, she practiced the Once Upon a December song!!  Thanks again"
-parent of student
 
“Thank you so much! I will
definitely use the knowledge
you gave me! I feel like a better
singer now that I can just pick
up a piece of music and know if
it’s good for me or not.  Thank
you for using and incorporating
all different learning styles in
your teaching.”  
- Pat, theory student
 
“It was so nice meeting and
talking with you at the auditions
at The Herberger.  Thank you
for your accompaniment of my
students on Wednesday.”
-Linda Spevacek, composer
"Ms. Lesli,
Your hard work and dedication to the children, the children's hard work and dedication to you, brings a smile to my face and my family.  We are blessed to have you in our lives.  Thank you."
Judy, parent of student
 
"Hi Lesli,
Thank you again for an amazing recital.  I must tell you....... I was nervous over this piece, but it ended up being her best recital. She said she wasn't nervous and loved it!!!  I'm so bummed her grandparents or my cousins were not at this recital, but having your website is priceless for them to enjoy. She finds such comfort and joy in playing piano.  You're an amazing teacher and I'm thrilled she has you as her mentor.
With gratitude,
Sherry"
 
"Thank you for all your
organization and hard work
getting all the kids ready for
today's recital.  Everyone did a
wonderful job and after each
recital I'm amazed by all your
efforts. Again, I thank you for the
growth and love Alden has
for piano, I owe it all to you.  
Thank you."
-parent of student
 
"Lesli, Wow! You are amazing.  Thank you so very much for posting her recital piece.  We love it!  The recital last night was so impressive and the kids did such a wonderful job.  Fabulous.  I know it was a tremendous amount of work and your dedication and commitment really made for a beautiful Christmas concert.
Thank you,"
Stephanie, parent of student
 
"I look forward to hearing her practice...one of my favorite times of the day is the music she makes...Thank You for being a part of her world and a wonderful piano teacher!!!!!"
-Donna, parent of student
 
"Lesli, Thank you for a FANTASTIC job planning, coordinating and teaching both recitals, especially the ensemble one. AMAZING!!!!!!!"
Kathy, parent of student
 
"Thank you for being a great
instructor…it made learning
this “scary” subject so much
easier!  Your instruction forced
me to think outside thebox.”
-Julie, theory student
 
 
"Lesli, thank you for being such
a wonderful role model for my
daughter.  She thoroughly
enjoyed her piano lessons. We
are going to miss you!"
-Janice, parent of student
 
“Hi Lesli, thank you so much for
the great job of accompanying
our daughter Corri at
yesterday's recital for Judy
Durocher's students.”
-Debbie Schembri, parent of student
 
"Hi Lesli, It's me, Lynsee! I have been meaning to email you for so long. I took a piano class here at BYU-Idaho and I have to thank you for being such an amazing teacher. I breezed through it so easily. Getting in practice time was super hard, but I made it through because of how hard you pushed me as a student. I really appreciate everything you have taught me! I really miss taking lessons from you!"
-Lynsee, former student