Student Success Stories

Learning to Play Worship Piano

“In only 6 weeks I was able to play my first full worship song!” – Jill

“This was my first Sunday leading a song from the keys!!” – Tiffany

“It took me a while to find the worship teacher I was looking for . . . and then Makayla came my way. In half a year, she made my dream happen. I feel confident now to play at my church. Makayla is amazing and makes learning so easy and fun.” – Mira

“My goal was simply to play contemporary worship music, but I've gotten so much more than that. Never in my wildest dreams did I think that I would lead people in worship, and I have led in small group settings a handful of times now. She's taught me about the heart of worship, about playing for One (God), and how to live my life from a place of worship.” – Joy

Growing in Skill and Confidence

“I’ve made more progress with Makayla than with any other method.” – Heather

“Your course was just what I was looking for. I have played traditional hymns for many years but have recently joined a church where the worship is more contemporary. I love your clear, straightforward teaching and emphasis on having a heart of worship.” – Caroline

“I am an older student and wanted to learn worship songs. Makayla is truly the best teacher for this. She is patient and explains the concepts well. I have learned so much from her.” – Beverly

“Makayla keeps lessons fun and knows what music to give according to my ability. I highly recommend her.” – Gene

“It’s so fun to be able to learn songs now! Makayla provided the structure I needed, as well as the teaching and knowledge. I couldn’t have done it without her. Both in the online courses and in our weekly lessons, I can honestly say I've been encouraged to seek the Lord not only in piano worship, but especially in secret.” – Miranda

“I am working through the Intermediate course and finding so much joy in practicing. Thank you for your skillful equipping (as you breakdown the skills into bite size lessons) and for your desire to set us ablaze! . . . to call our hearts to awaken to the joy of worshipping Christ.” – Teena

More Than Just Piano Lessons

“Your teachings on worship helped me to grow in confidence when I play and to focus on Jesus, the One I am playing for.” – Marina

“I watched the introductory video on the heart of worship, and honestly felt close to tears. Because of you, hope has been stirred in my heart again. I thank God every week when I log into Adoration Music Academy and get to worship our good and faithful Lord.” – Keale

“This has been an incredible three months which I'm very grateful for. It's impossible to approach worship and piano the same as before.” – Tameka

“Most regular piano teachers do not teach worship piano – both the skills for chording and Scriptural teaching regarding it. I appreciate the way you have structured your course, and I would recommend it to others.” – Jennifer

A Deeper Heart of Worship

“What I enjoy above everything else, is the way you teach about worship. You taught me that God does not look at the technical things but on the way my heart is worshiping him. It's made my worship more profound and loving to the God who made me.” – Hannah, age 15

“I love taking private lessons with Makayla. Her love for Jesus, and the reverence and beauty in worship for Him shines forth in her lessons. The most important thing I've learned is to make this all about Jesus, and where my heart should be for Him. Makayla helps us to refine our skills on the piano and most importantly, to make our entire lives worship and adoration to Jesus.” – Kimberly

“Adoration Music Academy puts adoring You before anything else. I have grown more in my skills at the piano over the last 2 months than I have in the last few years . . . because You delight to teach us when we sit at Your feet.” – Sarah