“I really appreciate the relationship Carmen has with you. It has helped her confidence and self-efficacy! (She’s been using that word and concept ever since you taught her). You are so much more than just a violin teacher.  Thank you :)

 -Parent of Young Student

   Both my kids think you are the 'cat's meow' and so do I!

-Parent of Students

"Alina has a great passion for teaching. She is excellent with young beginning violinists. She is bright, innovative, positive, and sets a fine example of what an educator can be. Her communication skills allow for a field of confidence and comfort to surround her. She has set an example of how to face complex situations and figure out amiable and creative solutions. I know she will make a very special and respected teacher of violin as she has achieved as much already, she has a firm grounding from which to build."