After many years of thinking I was too old to start piano lessons, I finally had the courage to ask Leon if he would take me on as an adult student. The last 2 years have been very enjoyable and rewarding as I have progressed at a much faster rate than I ever thought possible. Leon’s passion for music and vast knowledge has instilled in me a great desire...
Susan Vanderkruk
Dear Mr. Karan: I wanted to write this letter to you, since you’ve been such a big part of our lives and our time together, as we know it, is coming to an end. I know that God put you into our lives. Just over 11 years ago, when I wanted to start Bryan in music lessons, I felt cello was the instrument for him, but Rick wanted him to start piano since we...
David Story
I came to Leon for some help exploring European Classical music. I was a professional jazz musician ready for a career change. And change I got. Leon convinced me to up my ambitions and attempt Grade 10 and my ARCT. Four years later, 5,000 hours of practice and study, success: First Class Honours in both my grade 10 and ARCT. I was the 2006 recipient of the...