Comments

About my Teaching

Dr. Adelaide Leung (MM former master student at UNLV (graduated from University of Oklahoma with a DMA).

"The two years (2004-06) that I spent studying with Professor Elisi definitely had a positive impact on me as a pianist and musician. As a teacher, he challenged me, both technically and musically; as a performer, he truly inspired me. He also really cares about his students and wants to help out as much as possible, which, with his very busy schedule, isn't easy!"

Claudia Badillo (MM student at UNLV).

"Prof. Elisi, you are the kind of person this world needs more of, because you live by what you believe in, and reach out to make a difference. Thank you for being my teacher!"

Elsa Griffin (BM student at UNLV).

"Your instruction and friendship have meant the world to me. Your time, patience and dedication really paid off. I will never forget the wonderful things I learned with him. Those memories will always remain with me, as a pianist and a as person."

Jed Gaylin, Conductor

"I have on occasion observed Dr. Elisi teach and witnessed a gracious and charming instructor, showing an instantaneous grasp of what the student needed, but who was able to convince the student that he or she discovered that key themselves. He is patient, yet demanding in a particularly cheerful way, so that anyone would only want to explore the directions he is leading so clearly and yet with such grace and humor."