PARTICIPATING SCHOOL
My Expectations Have Been Consistently Exceeded
I studied classical guitar as a kid and had been playing intermittently since then, but when the pandemic started I decided to get serious again. I originally chose to work with Isabella because I was interested in branching out beyond the “canon” and into more contemporary pieces; we’ve ended up playing a broad spectrum of things. I really can’t say enough good things about her teaching. As someone coming in with a solid technical foundation, my primary goals have been improving musicality and performance quality, and my expectations in those regards have been consistently exceeded. She is a very thoughtful critic of my playing, with a keen ear and a real depth of insight into the pieces I am playing. She has completely transformed the way I think about how to play music. On a very practical level, the online format is very smooth and convenient, and I don’t feel like I’m really missing much compared to being in person.
The best guitar instructor I have ever had
Just wanted to share my experience working with Isabella. She is an amazing instructor who is very patient and caring. I have made so much progress in my playing because of her and can now confidently play sheet music by sight reading apart from many other skills she has thought me. She is also very knowledgeable in music theory. I look forward to our lessons together and hope to continue working with her in the future. As a side note I had been playing guitar for approximately 14 years prior to meeting her, and can confidently say she is the best guitar instructor I have ever had. Thank you so much Isabella!!
The Real Deal!
I spent a lot of time looking for a good classical guitar instructor in the city who would help me progress from my very basic understanding of the instrument. Isabella is the real deal! She gives great quality one on one instruction (even while remote during this past year) and has helped me advance to a now early intermediate level [RCM Certification]. She is really patient and great at pinpointing problematic areas in technique and provides useful exercises on how to improve my musicality and expression. If you’re looking for a great teacher who could help you improve, no need to look any further!
WHO WE ARE
DalMaestro is a growing faculty of professional musicians and music educators based in New York City dedicated to providing quality music instruction to all ages and skill levels in our Manhattan and Brooklyn studios or anywhere with an internet connection.
DalMaestro is a The Royal Conservatory participating school, and offers certificated music studies through RCM since 2016.
OUR FOUNDER
Isabella Abbonizio, Ph. D.
CEO and Co-Founder DalMaestro LLC
Music is an essential part of human experience.
OUR TEACHERS
Isabella Abbonizio
Classical Guitar, Music Theory, Harmony, History of Music
Italian-naturalized American classical guitarist and musicologist Isabella Abbonizio performs...
Marco Cappelli
Classical Guitar, Improvisation, Music Theory, Harmony
“From my mentors I learned the importance of listening to the sound...
Moira Lo Bianco
Piano, Improvisation, Music Theory, Harmony, Composition
Composer and pianist Moira Lo Bianco has distinguished herself for a keen interest in improvisation ...
Sam Obrist
Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Songwriting
Sam Obrist is a singer/songwriter based in Manhattan, NYC. Some themes in
Daniel Moreno
Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar
Daniel Moreno is a Brooklyn-based classical guitarist with 15+ years of teaching experience
CONTACT US
OUR LOCATIONS
MANHATTAN
UPPER WEST SIDE
131 W 72nd Street, New York, NY 10023
BROOKLYN
WILLIAMSBURG
58 9th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249
ANYWHERE
Zoom Virtual Studio