Piano could perhaps be called one of the biggest reasons I was able to get into a prestigious college like Harvard. When I first came to Ms. Juliana’s class, I remember receiving the first D of my life. Oh, the motivation I felt to play that day.

Over time, I often unintentionally found myself playing regardless of how busy I was. I played to clear my mind, hear new melodies, and especially to relax whenever I felt stressed by academics. Luckily, practicing with Ms. Juliana also came with the potential benefit of placing first in the state.

Piano helped my ten-year-old self develop self-control, improve my time management, and find something to look at other than an iPad. My mom also constantly preached that learning piano would make it impossible for me to develop a hunchback, which would somehow help me grow taller. I can now only conclude that she may have been right.

Beyond everything I have already stated, Ms. Juliana is truly a wonderful person. I often look back and think she may have been a saint, because she certainly had the patience of one. My passion for piano, the numerous first-place state medals I have received, and the habits I have developed today could not have blossomed without Ms. Juliana. With all of that being said, I wholeheartedly vouch for her, and I truly believe you will have no regrets choosing Ms. Juliana!