"Jan is a fine artist, with the sensibility and intelligence to be an invaluable teacher.”

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Howard Skempton, Composer (recipient of the Royal Philharmonic Society Award 2005, and British Composer Award in 2005 & 2008)

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“The students have noted the remarkable elegance and facility with which you were able to help them improve - from minute details of technique to larger elements of proper music-making and understanding. […] I was continually impressed by the dramatic changes students were able to make in a very short time, whether in technical skill, tangible sound of the instrument, or simply in the psychology of approach; this is a tribute to your adroit instruction."

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Dr. Michael Slayton, Chair of Composition/Theory, Vanderbilt University

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"I was highly impressed by the depth and preparation of Jan's teaching along with his refined musical ear, and the clear articulation of his ideas and suggestions. [...] In addition to being a high-calibre musician and teacher, he possesses an inquisitive mind, exemplary communications skills and a friendly personality."

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Dr Luis Sanchez, Steinway Artist, Associate Professor of Piano, Texas A&M University

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"He successfully engaged the students [...]. The masterclass that followed was excellent; he has wonderful

musical insights grounded in a thorough knowledge of style and performance practice, and very

practical advice with a very positive approach. He was exceedingly well-received by the students,

performers and observers alike."

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Teresa de Jong Pombo, Piano Faculty, The Colburn School of Performing Arts, Los Angeles

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He has such breadth of knowledge that he shares with total focus, energy, commitment

and compassion. He treats each person on his/her merits, solidifying and encouraging each one's

strengths and finding the best and most efficient ways to assist with the areas that need attention.

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Dr. Allison Brewster-Franzetti, Pianist and multiple Grammy-Award nominee