| TRAINING The Lister-Sink Method |
KEYBOARDIST RESPONSES TO TRAINING
"Lister-Sink is a superb pianist (one who practices what she preaches) and a 'real' teacher, one absorbed, dedicated, totally committed to her craft, an evangelist for physical freedom in piano playing."
"Through her superb musical insights, understanding of the functioning of the human body, and ability to communicate, she is able to inspire her students to achieve a level of pianism and musicianship which is quite remarkable." "...altogether I feel immensely satisfied. I know that I have grasped something inextricably essential to all pianists." "This was a revelation to me in so many, many ways...frankly beyond anything I could have presupposed or expected. I appreciate the direct application of concepts physically—NO ABSTRACTIONS!" "For me everything this week has been helpful in expanding my awareness of my body and technique at the piano...Everything was taught so clearly and with such enthusiasm." "Her enthusiasm and love of teaching are not limited to a certain caliber of student. She has always, and continues to work with students on all levels, from the beginner to the world-class artist. I cannot imagine any student of Barbara's not being transformed in some major way as a result of her teaching...In terms of effective teaching, I would rate Barbara among the most dynamic, influential and caring teachers of any subject, on any level." "One of Ms. Lister-Sink's remarkable talents is her ability to work with and inspire the young beginning pianist as well as the most advanced students and artist. I have found her clear analysis of each student's musical and technical problems to be stunningly focused, kindly, and always presented in an inspiring manner." "[Her] constant adherence to basic principles has given me more courage to do the same. The workshop...continues to work on me—forming, shaping, pushing me into newer ways of working and playing." "Her strongest suits as an instructor are her unique talents for clear communication and for caring for the total well-being of her students." "Barbara Lister-Sink is a true teacher. Her life is a lesson, not only to those who are formally her pupils, but to all who will learn—a lesson in honesty with herself and others, in pride and integrity, in the struggles and challenges of the artist of integrity." "Lister-Sink is a superb pianist (one who practices what she preaches) and a 'real' teacher, one absorbed, dedicated, totally committed to her craft, an evangelist for physical freedom in piano playing." "It helps you be free. When you play a note or chord over and over again, you can go on forever."—9-year old student "I knew from the first conversation I had with Barbara Lister-Sink that she would make remarkable changes in my piano playing. Barbara systematically set about identifying and teaching the necessary skills in order of priority for me to reach my highest level of piano performance. I cannot speak highly enough about the integrity and talent of Barbara Lister-Sink, nor of the magic she creates." –Randy Shepherd Private Piano Teacher Chapel Hill, NC |