“Jeff has a complete understanding of how to produce the most beautiful sound on the clarinet and he has the rare ability to share this knowledge with his amazing teaching skills.”

“Jeff quickly diagnoses issues, then chooses appropriate imagery and speaks to students in language that engages and resonates with them.”

“Jeff is the ultimate professional: a warm and caring person, an engaged educator and a versatile clarinetist! Who could ask for anything more?”

“Jeff is an outstanding clarinetist  — musically proficient, intelligent, and sensitive — and is highly recommended.”

“Each time I have had Jeff play for us, he has raised the artistic level of the rest of the woodwinds. He is that good. I used to play a couple of seats away from David Shifrin; Jeff reminds me of that level of professionalism.”

“Jeff is an extremely gifted educator, and we are extremely fortunate to have him working with our students here at Beechwood High School.”

“Jeff is a motivating and professional clarinet instructor and an invaluable resource. He has provided my daughter not only thorough and thoughtful instruction, but inspiration to to bring out her musical best!”

“We loved Jeff immediately, and have grown to respect him immeasurably. He is motivating, encouraging, patient, positive, and a wonderful influence on our very musical teen.  We simply cannot imagine sending her to any other teacher.   ”