Testimonials

Piano Success Stories

Discover inspiring stories from beginners, amateurs, and professionals, each showcasing unique journeys and the transformative power of dedicated mentorship.

Here’s what our mentees said after the workshop.Real people. Real progress. Real passion. 🎹

Pilsan Academy Workshop

🛑 Problem:

Anita often felt stuck and unsure in her piano journey.

✅ Solution:

At the workshop, she was met with care, inspiration, and the chance to try so many beautiful instruments.

🎯 Result:

She played pieces she never imagined she could and when Aaron played Bach, she had tears in her eyes.

Anita

Germany

🛑 Problem:
Timo wanted to improve his classical technique, but lacked clarity and control in his playing — especially with more advanced pieces.

✅ Solution:
In the workshop, he learned precise finger technique and how to approach difficult classical repertoire more effectively.

🎯 Result:
He quickly saw progress, gained clarity in his playing, and recommends the workshop to anyone who wants fast and focused results.

Timo

Germany

🛑 Problem:
Despite practicing hard, Si felt stuck. Difficult passages didn’t improve, and her playing lacked color and meaning.

✅ Solution:
With Aaron’s help, she finally learned how to understand the why behind the notes — through historical context, character, rhythm tricks, and creative interpretation.

🎯 Result:
Her progress accelerated. She now plays more expressively, confidently, and understands music on a whole new level.

Si

Hongkong

🛑 Problem:
Darius was stuck. Years of traditional piano lessons left him with wrist pain, tension, and no real progress. He lacked confidence and couldn’t play in front of others without stress.

✅ Solution:
He joined a personalized piano mentorship focused on technique, mindset, and musicality – tailored to his strengths and challenges.

🎯 Result:
After just 6 months, Darius plays pain-free, more expressively than ever, and with real joy. His family noticed the transformation – and so did he.

Darius

Germany

Problem: Didn't know how to get back into piano.

Solution: We implemented a clear strategy he could follow on a daily basis.

Result: He is now happily playing new pieces on a weekly basis.

Anselm

Germany

Problem: Lack of confidence

Solution: Clear exercises and a good structure

Results: She can now play more emotionally and explore different styles.

Jennifer

Hongkong

Problem: He had a lot of tension in his arms.

Solution: Specific exercises and a positive attitude towards piano improvement.

Results: Public performances and more enjoyment in his daily practice.

Jay

US

Problem: She was not fluent technically and anxious playing in front of others.

Solution: A clear practice plan, tailored to her busy lifestyle.

Results: She is now playing ABRSM programs with easy - Ravel Sonatine, Bach Preludes and Fugues, a Beethoven Sonata...

Natalie

Malaysia

Problem: She was self-conscious about not having a strong foundation technically

Solution: We kept her accountable for her practice and learned how to approach a piece. Even through Zoom she could learn about posture and how to practice.

Results: She feels more confident, sounds better and knows how to read music and understand rhythm

Cristina Sandoval

US

Problem: He had pain in his arms and hand

Solution: We worked out specific exercises and optimized his sitting position

Results: He gained more confidence and a has a clear strategy, which he can also use in the future

Daniil

Kazakhstan

Problem: Not having played for many years

Solution: A very personal approach to his unique situation

Results: Playing pieces like Brahms op. 118 which gives him a lot of satisfaction

Ron Onerheim

Canada

Problem: Having played the piano for a while, Blair wanted to really build some technical foundations

Solution: Learning the piano with others in .a real community

Results: He talks about his progress and which repertoire he has mastered in the time within the masterclass

Blair Boone-Migura

Hawaii

Problem: Eberhard, after playing the piano in his youth, had difficulties picking it up again

Solution: He learned to practice properly again

Results: He could increase the tempo and accuracy of his pieces in a short amount of time

Eberhard Fleischer

Germany

Problem: Technical challenges

Solution: Clear exercises and a practicing schedule

Results: Benjamin is one of the great upcoming pianists from Austria and has worked with Aaron for almost 1 1/2 years. His recent highlight was a concert as a soloist with Emmanuel Tjeknavorian as a conductor at the Brucknerhaus Linz

Benjamin Gotthard

Austria

Problem: Jaime has been playing for a few years, but didn't really know how to tackle new pieces.

Solution: Together, we have worked out a clear strategy.

Results: It enabled him to learn his dream pieces in his free time next to his own business.

Jaime Cardenas

Chile

Problem: Maik has been studying professionally already for a while, but always played worse when performing for others

Solution: We trained his performance skills

Results: He could prepare his next exams properly

Maik Kronhart

Germany

Problem: Evgeny was already a very good pianist, but didn't know how to market himself in order to get concerts.

Solution: Together, we have talked about positioning, marketing and sales, which he couldn't learn at his university.

Results: He gained clarity about his social media presence.

Evgeny Petrichev

Germany

Problem: Sebastian has studied the piano already for a while, but still struggled with difficult technical passages

Solution: Together, we implemented new exercises

Results: It gave him security and stability

Sebastian Agudelo

Colombia

Problem: Matt has been playing the piano for a few years, but hasn't really had a strategy.

Solution: Within the program, he learned how to systemize his practice.

Results: He could implement this and still keep the flow and spontaneous attitude in order to enjoy his musical journey.

Matt Mitchell

USA