Here are some testimonials from parents, students, as well as some world class music teachers.
Many referrals are available upon request regarding The MaKo Music School and its teachers. Here are some samples.
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“Matt has the mark of a great teacher."
Music Legend and 5 time Grammy Award Winner Victor Lemonte Wooten​
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"The Mako Music School reflects the passion and dedication for learning that Matt Koon possesses. His constantly developing skill set is derived through life experience and a passion for learning. His mentors are a Who's Who in contemporary music education. How can you go wrong with that?"
Steve Bailey, Chair
Bass Department
Berklee College of Music
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"Thank you for teaching my son when
Other teachers turned teaching him down due to his young age and attention.
He said he wanted to play the guitar and so today Thanks to Matt Koon he just started his 2nd year and is reading music and now starting to sing!
What a joy you have brought to my sons life and mine!"
Vickie Williams, Parent
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"Matt Koon (mako Music School Founder) is a rare individual. His drive to spread the joy of creating music is truly inspiring. It is contagious and unrelenting. It is exactly the way to get through to young people. Leading by example, with sensitivity and purpose are his strong points. I was fortunate enough to have one teacher like this at the High School of Music and Art in NYC. Justin DiCioccio has gone on to become one of the leading educators of our time. Matt has the same potential. He is making sure the future is bright for music in America."
Bob Franceschini, Music educator and saxaphonist for Mike Stern, YelowJakes, Paul Simon, J-Lo, Chakha Khan a
"3 years ago, I decided to fulfill a lifelong ambition of learning to play the electric bass. I found Matt through serendipity and over the last 3 years, he has given me the skills, knowledge and encouragement to finally realize my dream. I recommend Matt highly to any adult seeking to learn not just an instrument, but the joy and understanding of music."
Business Owner and Student, Gray Wyatt
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"Before switching to Mako Music, I was dragging my 8 yr old son to piano. After 3 months with Mako Music, my 8 year old son was not only playing piano but also drums. At 9 and a year later, he added the acoustic guitar.
My 10 year old daughter had had 4 years of book after book and was ready for something more exciting. When we started with Matt, at 10 years old she began playing more interesting music and within a few months she added the acoustic guitar. At 11, one year later she added the drums.
With Matt, you will honestly know how your child is doing, you won't hear, he/she's doing great week after week, when you know the child hasn't played (practiced).
Matt takes time to get to know your child, taking interest in them personally. He makes learning/playing music fun.
Another unusual perk with Mako Music, the students have an opportunity to be in bands with their peers, which is the highlight of the week for my son and daughter. They can't wait to play again and really want to be ready each week when they get together again with their band. So they play throughout the week. Note the word play; it's key to your child playing great music at Mako Music."
Donna H. Parent
