Here's what students have been saying over the years ...
"Thank you so very much for sharing your vibrant energy with us. It is rare to find someone so gifted in their craft and equally excellent at teaching..." Cherie
"... The power in your dancing reminds me of Spain and inspires me to put more strength and confidence into what I'm doing." Rebecca
"... Today has re-sparked the passion I had... I am very excited to continue ... this is the whole reason I moved to New York." Larisa A.B.
"Thank you for slowing it down last night and taking the time to explain the cultural significance of certain movements & gestures. It is deeply helpful to make all those connections and understand a bit of the history..." Jessica
"Thank you for your support and encouragement. It means more to me than I can express in words. I cannot wait until I have the opportunity to dance in one of your classes again." Rosann
"... This was a very powerful experience, in addition to being a positive learning experience..." Safiya
"... You are a class A teacher. Looking forward to June like a kindergardner going into first grade." Lisa N.
"Thank you so much for your encouragement and good humor... I appreciate that you allow students at all levels of Flamenco to share their love. You are a patient teacher, and sublime dancer and you allow individuals a humble moment to shine for their loved ones. I LOVE LOVE LOVE going to Flamenco class... I've wanted to do it all my life and appreciate your good energy and expertise." Olymar
"...Your enthusiasm and energy as a teacher is inspiring..." Sabrina
" Te escribo para dejarte saber que me encanto tu clase... Realmente eres la profesora que andaba buscando." Denisses
"Thanks again for all that you’ve taught me!!!" Eduardo
"...I miss your classes and your style and can't wait for the next session." Isa
"You bring the soul of Spain to our laps and it's so wonderful..." Olivera
"I think you're an awesome teacher! You have a great technique that I hope to obtain some day..." Xianix
"Thank you so much for all the enthusiasm and dedication that you bring to your teaching..." Nilsa
"Loved last night's class. I enjoyed the hands and arms exercises especially, and getting them to work at same time as the footwork... to really look like a flamenco dancer in the upper body as well as the lower. [And] your direction for guy's hands... Eres muy buena profesora!" Tony
"...Your presence brings me back to the time I visited Sevilla." Yuko
"...por cierto, me encanta tu clase. Eres muy buena maestra y muy divertida." Alda
"Thank you for your "flamenco spirit" which clearly resonates with your audiences..." Jeanne
"I look forward to coming to class everyday to the point where I'm itching to put on my shoes and start dancing wherever I am. You're enthusiasm and genuine interest in all of us learning is very contagious and motivating!" Nina
"....it felt great to dance again... Your drive, passion and enthusiasm are admirable and inspiring..." Laura R.
"Thank you for your patience and care with us. So much fun, so gratifying to do... " Liora
"Loved class last night... So appreciated how you saw to every student, made sure all got the material and how you kept the class moving." Viola
"...flamenco brings a new dimension to my life ...You really have so much patience and a great approachable teaching style..." Maria
"... Mil gracias por tu clase. Me encanto!" Flor
"I just wanted to say thanks again for such a wonderful summer. I had a fantastic time - I’m definitely continuing with ganas into the year!" Veronica M.
"It's so nice - before taking flamenco, when I'd go running or do yoga, the activities didn't have much meaning for me - but now I do these things in the context of dance... and I enjoy them much more now...Thank you for being such an inspiring and wonderful teacher..." Natalja
"HAVING SUCH A GREAT TIME! I love these classes." Janara
"Me encanto la clase el domingo, divertidisimo!" Rosa
"...thank you for your great workshop this summer. I've learned a world about hand and arm technique which I didn't know before..." Jamie H.
"Flamenco is not an easy style of dance to learn but I feel that with teachers such as yourself, people/students are able to understand it easier. Thank you..." Alexa F.
"I've been observing instructors, and am very glad to have found you! Thank you so much for working with me." Laura C.
"You are such a wonderful teacher...Every week I looked forward to coming to your classes and as I´ve progressed your classes have been challenging, rewarding and satisfying. I will never forget all that you have taught me...!" Cassandra
"Quiero aprovechar para agradecerte por tu entuiasmo, dedicación y buena onda en las clases. Contigo es imposible “no aprender”, contagias la pasión por tu arte." Mini
"[this course is] REALLY helping in understanding the structure of how flamenco works between the dancer, singer and guitarist." Hannah
"...All your students love you... you have a very good energy about you..." Maya Y.
"... It was such a beautiful choreography. I hope you come back!!" Kristin
"...admiro mucho la voluntad que tienes para ensenar a otras personas este arte tan hermoso, eso me inspira mucho." Fabiola
" ... What I enjoyed most about your class is your encouragement to dance, your patience and explanation about what we are doing!... I have learned so much from you." Monica P.
"... You're very detailed oriented and you care about your students!" Sofia
"I really loved the palmas class!... Can't get enough and can't live without it" Sonita
"Thank you so much for the knowledge and experience of learning palmas and compas. I have a wonderful time being in your class..." Peter
"Just wanted to say that we are so lucky to have you as a teacher..." Julia D.
"I loved the way you taught different parts & them put them all together so that by the end of class we had a little dance going! Very cool!" Thalia
"[your classes] have been inspiring and informative. Thank you for your beautiful supportive spirit!" Ulla
" ...the private instruction yesterday made my whole day. You are so very talented. Thank you for dedicating your life to Flamenco." Nuria
"I didn't realize how much I missed dancing and performing but you have certainly reminded me... I can't wait for you to come back to the States again!" Emn
"Gracias Magdalena por los cursos, has traido un poco del soniquete y del duende Andaluz a Nueva York... pareces muy Sevillana..." Marysa
"Thank you so much for everything, you are an amazing teacher... There was such a nice atmosphere... Flamenco is a beautiful style, I will love it all my life!" Marketa
"... I love the rhythm, its passion and complexities, the drama, intensity...Will see you soon!" Daniella
"De veras que eres una maestra excellente! Estoy muy feliz de poder formar parte de tu clase... thank you for being so patient...You truly dance beautifully!!!... me encanta lo que haces, tu estilo, tus coreografias, tu forma de transmitir y sentir el flamenco." Grichelly
"Thanks again for great classes! I really like your focus on technique...and so appreciate your blend of precision and kindness in class...I really really love flamenco- I can't believe it's taken me this long to find it!..." Emilia
"I always wanted to dance and you gave me the push to get out there... Gracias por el carino, el apoyo, el empuje y el animo que nos brinda siempre." Rosa
"...thank you for your gift of teaching not just the Flamenco but the spirit. You are an inspirational person and I am blessed to have found your instruction... "Angela V.
"Me encanto tu clase... es la primera vez que recibo clases de este hermoso arte. I'm very glad I found you. You are truly amazing!" Jennifer W.
"Thanks to you for giving me the attention and challenges I need in order to improve! It feels so good to be dancing again." Alexandra
"... I've been so excited to attend your workshop and meet you and all of the fantastic students... you are an incredible teacher. I look forward to studying flamenco again with you very, very soon." Julia K.
"... you are a fabulous teacher and I super love and respect your dedication. You're a great role model in many ways and I think you're one of the best Flamenco teachers in NY." Kim I.
"Thank you for a wonderful class with the castanets. I am going to practice this week and look forward to the rest of the workshop... learning a great deal from your clear instruction and encouragement." Rosann
"You can be sure that I sign up for every session you offer!" Katri
"... Me encanto el taller de Tangos, eres muy buena maestra y bailas super!" Kethrin
"Thank you so very much for sharing your vibrant energy with us. It is rare to find someone so gifted in their craft and equally excellent at teaching..." Cherie
"... The power in your dancing reminds me of Spain and inspires me to put more strength and confidence into what I'm doing." Rebecca
"... Today has re-sparked the passion I had... I am very excited to continue ... this is the whole reason I moved to New York." Larisa A.B.
"Thank you for slowing it down last night and taking the time to explain the cultural significance of certain movements & gestures. It is deeply helpful to make all those connections and understand a bit of the history..." Jessica
"Thank you for your support and encouragement. It means more to me than I can express in words. I cannot wait until I have the opportunity to dance in one of your classes again." Rosann
"... This was a very powerful experience, in addition to being a positive learning experience..." Safiya
"... You are a class A teacher. Looking forward to June like a kindergardner going into first grade." Lisa N.
"Thank you so much for your encouragement and good humor... I appreciate that you allow students at all levels of Flamenco to share their love. You are a patient teacher, and sublime dancer and you allow individuals a humble moment to shine for their loved ones. I LOVE LOVE LOVE going to Flamenco class... I've wanted to do it all my life and appreciate your good energy and expertise." Olymar
"...Your enthusiasm and energy as a teacher is inspiring..." Sabrina
" Te escribo para dejarte saber que me encanto tu clase... Realmente eres la profesora que andaba buscando." Denisses
"Thanks again for all that you’ve taught me!!!" Eduardo
"...I miss your classes and your style and can't wait for the next session." Isa
"You bring the soul of Spain to our laps and it's so wonderful..." Olivera
"I think you're an awesome teacher! You have a great technique that I hope to obtain some day..." Xianix
"Thank you so much for all the enthusiasm and dedication that you bring to your teaching..." Nilsa
"Loved last night's class. I enjoyed the hands and arms exercises especially, and getting them to work at same time as the footwork... to really look like a flamenco dancer in the upper body as well as the lower. [And] your direction for guy's hands... Eres muy buena profesora!" Tony
"...Your presence brings me back to the time I visited Sevilla." Yuko
"...por cierto, me encanta tu clase. Eres muy buena maestra y muy divertida." Alda
"Thank you for your "flamenco spirit" which clearly resonates with your audiences..." Jeanne
"I look forward to coming to class everyday to the point where I'm itching to put on my shoes and start dancing wherever I am. You're enthusiasm and genuine interest in all of us learning is very contagious and motivating!" Nina
"....it felt great to dance again... Your drive, passion and enthusiasm are admirable and inspiring..." Laura R.
"Thank you for your patience and care with us. So much fun, so gratifying to do... " Liora
"Loved class last night... So appreciated how you saw to every student, made sure all got the material and how you kept the class moving." Viola
"...flamenco brings a new dimension to my life ...You really have so much patience and a great approachable teaching style..." Maria
"... Mil gracias por tu clase. Me encanto!" Flor
"I just wanted to say thanks again for such a wonderful summer. I had a fantastic time - I’m definitely continuing with ganas into the year!" Veronica M.
"It's so nice - before taking flamenco, when I'd go running or do yoga, the activities didn't have much meaning for me - but now I do these things in the context of dance... and I enjoy them much more now...Thank you for being such an inspiring and wonderful teacher..." Natalja
"HAVING SUCH A GREAT TIME! I love these classes." Janara
"Me encanto la clase el domingo, divertidisimo!" Rosa
"...thank you for your great workshop this summer. I've learned a world about hand and arm technique which I didn't know before..." Jamie H.
"Flamenco is not an easy style of dance to learn but I feel that with teachers such as yourself, people/students are able to understand it easier. Thank you..." Alexa F.
"I've been observing instructors, and am very glad to have found you! Thank you so much for working with me." Laura C.
"You are such a wonderful teacher...Every week I looked forward to coming to your classes and as I´ve progressed your classes have been challenging, rewarding and satisfying. I will never forget all that you have taught me...!" Cassandra
"Quiero aprovechar para agradecerte por tu entuiasmo, dedicación y buena onda en las clases. Contigo es imposible “no aprender”, contagias la pasión por tu arte." Mini
"[this course is] REALLY helping in understanding the structure of how flamenco works between the dancer, singer and guitarist." Hannah
"...All your students love you... you have a very good energy about you..." Maya Y.
"... It was such a beautiful choreography. I hope you come back!!" Kristin
"...admiro mucho la voluntad que tienes para ensenar a otras personas este arte tan hermoso, eso me inspira mucho." Fabiola
" ... What I enjoyed most about your class is your encouragement to dance, your patience and explanation about what we are doing!... I have learned so much from you." Monica P.
"... You're very detailed oriented and you care about your students!" Sofia
"I really loved the palmas class!... Can't get enough and can't live without it" Sonita
"Thank you so much for the knowledge and experience of learning palmas and compas. I have a wonderful time being in your class..." Peter
"Just wanted to say that we are so lucky to have you as a teacher..." Julia D.
"I loved the way you taught different parts & them put them all together so that by the end of class we had a little dance going! Very cool!" Thalia
"[your classes] have been inspiring and informative. Thank you for your beautiful supportive spirit!" Ulla
" ...the private instruction yesterday made my whole day. You are so very talented. Thank you for dedicating your life to Flamenco." Nuria
"I didn't realize how much I missed dancing and performing but you have certainly reminded me... I can't wait for you to come back to the States again!" Emn
"Gracias Magdalena por los cursos, has traido un poco del soniquete y del duende Andaluz a Nueva York... pareces muy Sevillana..." Marysa
"Thank you so much for everything, you are an amazing teacher... There was such a nice atmosphere... Flamenco is a beautiful style, I will love it all my life!" Marketa
"... I love the rhythm, its passion and complexities, the drama, intensity...Will see you soon!" Daniella
"De veras que eres una maestra excellente! Estoy muy feliz de poder formar parte de tu clase... thank you for being so patient...You truly dance beautifully!!!... me encanta lo que haces, tu estilo, tus coreografias, tu forma de transmitir y sentir el flamenco." Grichelly
"Thanks again for great classes! I really like your focus on technique...and so appreciate your blend of precision and kindness in class...I really really love flamenco- I can't believe it's taken me this long to find it!..." Emilia
"I always wanted to dance and you gave me the push to get out there... Gracias por el carino, el apoyo, el empuje y el animo que nos brinda siempre." Rosa
"...thank you for your gift of teaching not just the Flamenco but the spirit. You are an inspirational person and I am blessed to have found your instruction... "Angela V.
"Me encanto tu clase... es la primera vez que recibo clases de este hermoso arte. I'm very glad I found you. You are truly amazing!" Jennifer W.
"Thanks to you for giving me the attention and challenges I need in order to improve! It feels so good to be dancing again." Alexandra
"... I've been so excited to attend your workshop and meet you and all of the fantastic students... you are an incredible teacher. I look forward to studying flamenco again with you very, very soon." Julia K.
"... you are a fabulous teacher and I super love and respect your dedication. You're a great role model in many ways and I think you're one of the best Flamenco teachers in NY." Kim I.
"Thank you for a wonderful class with the castanets. I am going to practice this week and look forward to the rest of the workshop... learning a great deal from your clear instruction and encouragement." Rosann
"You can be sure that I sign up for every session you offer!" Katri
"... Me encanto el taller de Tangos, eres muy buena maestra y bailas super!" Kethrin
