Steinway L
Steinway & Sons Model L Grand Piano
Price - $39,995 (sells new for $111,900)
Finish - Kewazinga Bubinga (African Rosewood)
Size - 5'10&1/2"
Year - 1994
Just look at this piano. It is easily one of the most stunning instruments we've ever had in our showroom, and it perfectly showcases Steinway's status as not just the best piano maker in the world, but also as a true master of woodworking. This Crown Jewel series model L has been wrapped in Kewazinga Bubinga, also known as "African Rosewood". It is a highly sought after wood from West Africa, known for its intricate grain that perfectly plays with the light and turns this 5'10" grand into an absolute work of art. Bring this piano into your home and you'll have a conversation piece that will elevate any room it's placed in. Of course, this piano is more than just something beautiful to look at, it is a Steinway piano through and through, with their patented accelerated action, hexagrip pinblock, and diaphragmatic soundboard. These features and more turn playing this piano into an unforgettable experience. The tone is wonderfully rich, with a deep warm base, and a clear treble. The action is smooth, quick to respond to the fastest of passages. This piano came from a single owner, who purchased it new and cared for it regularly until it was placed in our showroom. New, this model sells for $111,900, yet for a fraction of the price you can own this model in like-new condition for only $39,995 (financing available). If you want a piano that will stop guests dead in their tracks as they walk by, something that looks as good as it sounds, this is the piano for you. Included in the purchase price is a complimentary move, tune, and a 10 year parts and labor warranty. Give us a visit, and try it out today!
BRASS & WOODWINDS
ORCHESTRA
Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass
We offer private violin, viola, cello and bass lessons for all skill levels, starting as young as four years old. Our teachers are able to teach you any style, and can help you achieve your musical aspirations. You can read about our teachers below. Typically, lessons run Monday through Saturday from 10AM until 9PM. All appointments are scheduled through our lessons office by calling 480-833-2323.
Dr Panagoita Kalantzi
Violin, Viola & Cello
A native of Greece, Dr. Panagiota Kalantzi has distinguished herself as a versatile violinist who enjoys a career as a recitalist, orchestra performer and educator. Since 2013, Dr. Kalantzi has held the position of Associate Concertmaster of AZ Pro Arte Orchestra in Scottsdale, AZ. As a recitalist Dr. Kalantzi performs regularly nationally and
internationally.
Dr. Kalantzi has prepared successfully students for performances, auditions and competitions. Her teaching experience includes ten years of instruction at the university level and private instruction. Her students have been accepted into competitive graduate music programs or are just beginning to learn the violin.
Dr. Kalantzi began her studies at the age four. She received her doctorate in violin performance summa cum laude from Arizona State University. She holds a Master of Music from Indiana University and a Bachelor of Music from Oberlin Conservatory. Attesting to her outstanding accomplishments, Dr. Kalantzi has been a member of the National Music Honor Society, Pi Kappa Lambda.
Availability
Monday - 3:30PM - 9:00PM
Tuesday - 3:30PM - 9:00PM
Thursday - 3:00PM - 9:00PM
Location
Studio 2 at 38 W Main St, Mesa AZ 85201
Schedule
Call 480-833-2323
Diana Noble
Voice, Piano, Violin
Diana has been teaching for over 18 years. She teaches, voice, violin, and piano. She is well-versed and has performed in many venues. Her experience includes opera, broadway musicals, live bands, studio recording, orchestras, ensembles, etc.
Patience and precision are her strengths in teaching. She works exceptionally well with youth and enjoys the creative learning process of teaching one-on-one. She is currently finishing her BA in music education.
Availability
Wednesday - 4:30PM - 8:30PM
Thursday - 3:00PM - 8:30PM
Location
Studio 7 at 38 W Main St, Mesa AZ 85201
Schedule
Call 480-833-2323
Richard Wall
Piano, Viola, Violin, Voice, Theory/Composition
Hello, my name is Richard Wall and as a teacher here at Linton-Milano's for over a decade. I have taught many students of all different ages from children age four to adults in their 70's. There has been a common bond that unifies all students: a drive and wish to learn the beautiful language of music and become fluent in that language. With patience, perseverance and care one can easily immerse themselves in the world of music that is all around us.
As a teacher, I offer a guiding hand and will lead you through this world. You will learn how to read music comfortably, understand how music works and find the innate ability to relax while performing.
After graduating college in 2006 for music theory, studying jazz and classical music, my experience in teaching quickly grew. After preforming in some local experimental music groups, being a resident DJ at a local nightclub, and now as a music director for a local church, my musical world grew and expanded outside the realm of the academic world. I enjoy continuing my growth as a musician and developing other aspects of myself. In turn, this growth has enabled me become a better teacher.
I look forward to teaching you and I am ready to begin our musical journey together.
Availability
ONLINE
Thursday - 3:00PM - 7:00PM
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Location
Studio 8 at 38 W Main St, Mesa AZ 85201
Schedule
Call 480-833-2323
Gideon Lapid
Violin & Viola
I am Gideon Lapid, a lifelong violin player and teacher with over 30 years of experience teaching students to play the violin and viola utilizing traditional classical and Suzuki methods combined. I have studied violin with teachers that were students of Carl Flesch and Ivan Galamian at Berlin Conservatory and Julliard School of Music respectively. I perform solo recitals in my community and participate in choir and orchestra productions. I have been a member of the Tempe Symphony Orchestra in Arizona.
From beginning to college-bound violin and viola students, from 5 to 85-year-olds, I can tailor my curriculum to meet you where you are and help you to meet your goals.
Availability
Wednesday - 1:00PM - 6:00PM
Thursday - 1:00PM - 6:00PM
Saturday - 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Location
Studio 10 at 38 W Main St, Mesa AZ 85201
Schedule
Call 480-833-2323
Margo Ragno
Violin, Viola, Beginning Cello
The joy that I derive from music is a gift that was given to me by the dedicated musicians/teachers with whom I have had the pleasure of studying with over the past 37 years.
I began my instruction at age 7 with The Rhode Island Youth Philharmonic String Program. The following year, I began studying with Ann Danis, a graduate of New England Conservatory of Music who earned a Masters degree in violin performance with additional training as a conductor. She is a Professor emerita of music, former Director of Orchestral Activities at the University of Rhode Island and founder of the Ocean State Chamber Orchestra.
My musical education also includes 2 years participation in Apple Hill Center for Chamber Music.This is a challenging program which provides rigorous technique based instruction to mentees.
As a member of The Rhode Island Youth Philharmonic Senior Orchestra, I performed as concertmaster. In addition, I was chosen to be concertmaster for the RIMEA All-State Orchestra for 2 consecutive years.
I studied violin and voice performance at the University of Rhode Island and was first chair in the University’s Undergraduate String Quartet.
I subsequently received a degree in Music Education from Ottawa Elementary.
I am currently, and have been for the past 20 years, a member of the Orchestral Music faculty with the Mesa Public Schools Department, teaching violin, viola, cello and bass. I teach private lessons and have performed with chamber groups for private functions.
My responsibility teaching students is to foster an environment which will provide them with an appreciation of music and teach the skills necessary to play an instrument. This cannot be done using a solely academic approach. Rather, instruction should be individualized to address the expectations and interests of the student.
My GOAL is that every lesson will be a pleasurable experience thus encouraging the student to feel the EXCITEMENT of playing the violin and to encourage the initiative to effectively improve their skills.
Availability
Tuesday - 3:00PM - 6:00PM
Location
Studio 10 at 38 W Main St, Mesa AZ 85201
Schedule
Call 480-833-2323
Cameryn Baum
Cello
Cameryn Baum is a cellist and music instructor based in Mesa, Arizona, specializing in classical, folk, and pop genres on the cello. Cameryn earned her bachelor's degree in Cello Performance from Arizona State University, studying with the inimitable cellist, Tom Landshoot.
While Cameryn loves to perform as often as she can, she is just as passionate about teaching and sharing her knowledge with students. She has taught cello lessons, group classes, and folk workshops since 2015. Cameryn is also a staff member with the Gilbert Town Fiddlers, a local middle and high school folk program for string players.
Cameryn believes that any successful musician must have a robust tool box that allows them to adapt to any playing environment. With this in mind, nothing is off limits in lessons: orchestra excerpts, folk tunes, the standard cello repertoire, and, of course, scales and other fun exercises!
Cameryn is overjoyed to be a part of the Linton-Milano staff as a cello instructor. She loves sharing her passion for music and helping students find their voice on the cello.
Availability
Monday - 2:00PM - 7:00PM
Wednesday - 2:00PM - 7:00PM
Location
Studio 3 at 45 W Main St, Mesa AZ 85201
Schedule
Call 480-833-2323
Lisa Williams
Violin, Viola, Cello, Piano, Ukulele, Voice
Lisa has a Bachelor's of Viola Performance from Brigham Young University, where she had access to the world's largest collection of viola music and memorabilia. Lisa has performed in orchestras across the country, including at Carnegie Hall, but especially loves solo, quartet, and chamber music. She has been a student of the piano for over 30 years--competing, performing, and ultimately instructing youth of all ages. She was a Regionals and All-State vocalist, and continued choral education to the University, where she had the opportunity to solo with the BYU Women's Chorus.
Lisa has taught private music lessons for over 20 years, beginning with the co-founding of a non-profit program at her local high school. Her experience spans students of all ages and levels in viola, violin, piano, voice, and more.
Although classically trained, Lisa is familiar with many styles including jazz, folk, broadway, and more modern pop and rock. She believes music lessons should be fun and strives to help students feel at ease and gain confidence in their abilities.
Availability
Monday - 10:30AM - 7:30PM
Thursday - 3:30PM - 7:30PM
Friday - 11:00AM - 4:30PM
Location
Studio 9 at 38 W Main St, Mesa AZ 85201
Schedule
Call 480-833-2323
Eric Cousineau
Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass
Eric Cousineau began playing the violin at the age of 6. As a classical performer, he has played in orchestras, chamber ensembles, and as a solo artist. He has also acquired over a decade of experience playing popular music. Additionally, Eric has experience providing session work in recording studios and has worked in a wide array of musical styles.
Prior to college, Eric studied with a direct student of Ivan Galamian and Eric implements techniques from the “Galamian Method” while also drawing from the effective ideas of other great violin pedagogues. In college, Eric won 1st place in the 2010 MCCCD Artist of Promise competition and he graduated from Arizona State University’s Herberger School of Music. Eric is a former student of Katherine McLin and Danwen Jiang.
Having taught students of all ages and experience levels (beginning to adult) for several years, Eric is excited to share his admiration for the art of music and the sound possibilities of the violin, viola, cello, and bass. His students will learn to set and achieve their own musical goals and will develop versatile playing technique and the theory knowledge to be successful in any musical situation.
Availability
Thursday - 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Saturday - 9:30AM - 3:00PM
Location
Studio 4 at 45 W Main St, Mesa AZ 85201
Schedule
Call 480-833-2323
Lisa Olson
Violin
Lisa fell in love with the violin as a young girl and began her musical journey at the age of seven, under the tutelage of the legendary Betty Haag-Kuhnke in Arlington Heights, Illinois. She was quickly accepted
into the academy’s internationally acclaimed touring ensemble, which afforded her the opportunity to perform in prestigious concert halls throughout the United States and Europe, including New York City’s
Carnegie Hall. In addition to performing on national television, winning competitions, and earning scholarships, Lisa performed for dignitaries, royalty, and prominent public figures such as the Pope.
Lisa began teaching at the age of 15, under the mentorship of Betty Haag-Kuhnke. A graduate of Duke University, she continued her post-graduate studies in Japan for several years. A lifelong musician, Lisa
takes pride in carrying on the legacy of her beloved mentor, who modeled a hybrid teaching style of the Suzuki and traditional methods. Lisa holds her students to a high standard, believing that with much hard
work, careful instruction, love, and compassion, she can help every student enjoy the beauty of music and reach their unlimited potential.
Availability
Tuesday - 3:00PM - 7:30PM
Wednesday - 3:00PM - 7:00PM
Location
Studio 4 at 45 W Main St, Mesa AZ 85201
Schedule
Call 480-833-2323