In-person and Online Music Lessons
Louise
Sept. 1, 2022
Singing
"Matthew is a fantastic singing teacher. In just two lessons I have a much better understanding of my strength and weaknesses and I understand what I have to work on and how to do it. I will continue taking classes with him."
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Rheba
July 9, 2020
Singing
"2 words .... the best!!!"
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Evon
Dec. 10, 2019
Piano
"Amazing teacher! My 6 year old daughter has been taking piano lessons with Matthew for more than a 1 1/2 years and is always asking when she will have her next piano lesson. He is a very patient teacher and very knowledgeable of the subject. "
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Andrew
June 7, 2019
Piano
" ... it's easy to say that Matthew has been the best. He is super knowledgable and very easy to work with. I highly recommend him!"
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Sammy
Oct. 24, 2018
Piano
"So excited to get started. Had a terrific first lesson!"
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David
Aug. 13, 2018
Piano
"I absolutely love my lessons with Matthew. He is very patient, clear and really evaluates each student to know what they need to focus on. Definitely recommend Matthew to any new students."
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Rajeev
Aug 21, 2017
Singing
"Wow, excellent instructor. Really working into details to bring out my voice. Amazing."
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Richard
June 9, 2017
Singing
"Very good instructor! I highly recommend him."
Edward
June 4, 2017
Singing
"An amazing instructor. Matthew made me feel very comfortable and is very patient with my learning. Highly recommended. You will definitely get your money's worth."
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Ali
March 29, 2017
Singing
"Matt is a bright presence. He's made remarkable strides with my son's singing voice and demonstrated dynamic approach to teaching."
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Adelina
March 10, 2017
Piano
"Matthew is a great teacher and very patient. He is encouraging and takes his time out to learn his students. Thank you Matthew!"
Leilah
Feb 27, 2017
Singing
"Excellent teacher and a wonderful person. Leila was shy in the beginning and Matt was patient and knew how to work with her which made her comfortable. Leila learned a lot already and is excited to learn more."
Melinda
Feb 26, 2017
Piano
"First lesson went really well! Looking forward to future lessons."
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Pete
Feb 21, 2017
Piano
"Based on one lesson, Matthew was terrific. Really upbeat attitude and very easy-going. Plus he really knows his piano. Good teacher no doubt."
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Matthew H.
Feb 4, 2017
Piano
"Matthew came in very experienced happy to work. I can see he knows exactly what he's about. My son will be very happy working with him I am very happy thank you Matthew for a great great session."
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Satina
Nov. 12, 2016
Singing
"Very Informative! BOOK HIM!"
Jean-Michel
October 12, 2016
Piano
"This was my 3rd lesson and I enjoyed it. Matthew is the teacher I was looking for. Lot of theory, very clear explanations, and a lot of homework! I know my piano knowledge will improve a lot and fast."
Jean-Michel
September 28th, 2016
Piano
"First lesson, I love it. I know already I will learn a lot with Matthew."
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Vanessa S.
June 7th, 2016
Singing
"Excellent. Matt knows what he is doing. Now I want him for piano too."
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Ysebella M.
April 3rd, 2016
Singing
"I like how he is teaching to my granddaughter and she is very happy with him."
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Sacha
March 19th, 2016
Piano
"We just finished the first lesson with Matthew for my 8 year old son. Matthew was very friendly but very professional. My son was a little bit nervous at first but when Matthew started to play piano with my son I can tell that my son was enjoying the lesson. I know that we have found the right teacher and we are so excited to have his lessons for many more times to come!"
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Aminah R.
March 14th, 2016
Singing
"My daughter has been taking lessons with Matthew for a few weeks now and even she notices the difference in her singing. Matthew is a great teacher and we know my daughter will get very far with him being her voice coach."
Yoomi C.
Dec. 20th, 2015
Piano
"My kids have been taking lessons with Matthew for almost 2 months now and, in a short period of time, I've seen great progress. He is very patient and engaging while he teaches and I like his teaching methods. So glad I found him!"
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Makaila B.
Oct. 3rd, 2015
Piano
"My daughter Makaila loved her first lesson. Matthew was awesome. Had my daughter playing and reading music in 20 mins. Extremely pleasant and very upbeat."
Mercedes M.
Jul. 30th, 2015
Singing
"25 stars! Since the first lesson you could hear something happening. I've never heard progress like the first seating. Matthew knows how to teach! My daughter is very very excited and looks forward to her next lesson. He is definitely a keeper!"
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Adam K.
Jan. 6th, 2015
Singing
"I'm learning so much and it is very rewarding!"
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Albert S.
Nov. 25th, 2014
Singing
"I have known Matthew for over three years. I took my son to him for singing and acting lessons. Matthew is amazing. He is very talented, creative, as well as an inspirational teacher. He is so kind and considerate to all that he teaches. When it comes to lessons, Matthew is the only person that I would bring my son to."
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Courtney H.
Nov. 24th, 2014
Piano
"Matthew genuinely created my love for music. I began taking piano lessons with him at 8 years old, and then vocal lessons at 15. He not only made lessons fun, but has a true investment in his students' musical progression and talent. I would recommend Matthew to absolutely anyone. He is a wonderful mentor, friend, and teacher!"
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Marika S.
Nov 24th, 2014
Singing
"Matthew is an exceptional vocal coach. My son looks forward to going and his singing has really improved. There aren't enough words to express how pleased I am and lucky to have found Matthew as my son's vocal coach."
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Derick P.
Nov. 24th, 2014
Piano
"He's truly amazing. Over the past few years I've learned so many new techniques. He also helps you practice with the things that you like or benefit from. It can either be classical, pop, etc. Overall it's a great experience!"
Matthew Gandolfo
A composer whose work has been heard throughout North America, Matthew has scored music for two off-Broadway shows and many regional theater productions. He toured internationally as a music and vocal director and has developed dozens of productions as a teaching artist throughout the New York and New Jersey school systems. He has been teaching music, both private and group lessons, for over 20 years.