Reviews

Patience, Practice, Persistence

Incorporates the “why” into their lessons

Both of my children have been taking piano lessons from Laurie Resila for about 5 years now. In that time I have seen them both grow as musicians and students. Laurie has a great way to teach lessons to children. Not only do they get to learn how to play but she also incorporates music…

Encouraged them to explore all areas of music

Laurie taught all three of my boys piano over nine years.  Each rose to their own level of expertise, performing at school events, NYSSMA, community events and one even earned a little extra money playing piano!  Laurie uses small goals and takes the time to discover songs and music genres the kids are interested in…

Employs creative ways to keep students engaged

Laurie Resila is an extraordinary piano teacher. Generally, music lessons are a great method of giving children something to do other than to be on their phones or devices. Laurie takes this to a new level with tried and true methods of helping kids to set goals and keeping them motivated to learn! In addition…

Taught him about beautiful piano playing and encouraged his passion…

I had the pleasure of meeting Laurie Resila in 2008 when my oldest son started taking piano lessons with her. My middle son also took piano lessons with Mrs. Resila, for ten years! Although after a while he had learned to play the piano, Laurie continued to mentor him for talent shows, NYSSMA, playing the…

Demonstrated patience and enthusiasm

My son, Aidan, began taking piano lessons with Laurie Resila during his freshman year of high school and continued on for several years.  He was interested in learning how to play the piano and Laurie was recommended from a friend.   Early on, Laurie was an excellent teacher who demonstrated patience and enthusiasm for music…

Has a gift for teaching piano

My son, Chase has been a piano student of Mrs. Laurie Resila for 4 years.  During these 4 years Chase has grown so much under her instruction. Laurie always greets us with a friendly hello and a smile.  She is enthusiastic and positive and this positivity is exactly what Chase has needed.  Laurie strives to make piano fun…

Always encouraging!

My daughter really connected with Laurie, right from the start.  She has such a positive, energetic spirit, and is always encouraging! She has so many creative ways of teaching, and is great at explaining things in ways that are easy to understand. She gives her students just the right amount of challenge to move forward while…

Loving heart and always joyful spirit

Laurie Resila, thank you for this beautiful and moving tribute to our little congregation. We have so many wonderful memories to hold onto. There is no way we can adequately thank you and your students for your dedication to our music ministry. We were so lucky that you were willing to help us when we…

Ready to go through the extra mile

Mrs. Resila taught piano to our son and daughter for several years.  They started out knowing nothing and over several years learned to play very well.  Laurie is goal-oriented and she gave them achievable goals every week.  She is very patient and understanding.  She has been a music teacher for many years and also plays…

We couldn’t imagine being musical without you!!

Wow- another successful year of music! We are so proud of both kids achieving the goals they set–Daniel has become more confident and is having fun, and Abby worked so hard and had an amazing experience at NYSSMA! Thank you for all of your help and encouragement! We couldn’t imagine being musical without you!! Love,…

Thanks for being such an amazing teacher

Mrs. Resila, I just wanted to thank you for all you’ve done for me over the past three years! You have no idea the impact you have had on my life. In a short time, you taught me not only ho to play the piano, but ways to relate music to everyday life. You have…

I will ALWAYS use what I learned from you

Thank you so much for everything you’ve taught me over the past years. Taking piano from you really helped my musical growth, and even though I won’t be taking piano anymore, I know that I will ALWAYS use what I learned from you. You are a truly amazing teacher and I’ll never forget these past…

I know that I’m going to miss piano, and you

Thank you so much for everything. I have grown so much as a musician since I started taking lessons from you, and I think a lot of that growth was from how you encouraged me to challenge myself. Even when there were times when I barely had any time or energy to practice you were…

You truly are one in a million!!

Wow- another successful year of music! We are so proud of both kids achieving the goals they set– Daniel has become more confident and is having fun, and Abby worked so hard and had an amazing experience at NYSSMA! Thank you for all of your help and encouragement! We don’t know what we would do…

Your boundless encouragement

I have wanted to play the piano for years.  I took lessons about 25 years ago, and learned a lot.  However, this has always been something that I assumed I would never be able to do well enough to please even myself.  So I have only dabbled at it.  Last year I finally decided to…

Another wonderful year of music

Thank you so much for another wonderful year of music 🙂 Despite all of the challenges (covid and virtual lessons) you still managed to provide a very productive and meaningful year! There were so many musical success stories – NYSSMA, jazz band, keyboards, solo at music showcase! Just so awesome! It will be exciting to…

A teacher and mentor throughout my school career

Although she was my piano teacher for only five years, Ms. Resila has continued to be a teacher and mentor throughout my school career. Her talents exceed her ability to play the piano, and even her understanding of music as a whole. Ms. Resila forms a strong and positive bond with both her students and…