“Sarah is a great, knowledgable teacher. Her patience and constructive criticism is perfect for a beginner like myself. I have no doubt that her many years of training would make her a fantastic teacher to more experienced students as well!”

— Ethan Gueldenzopf, Classical Guitar student

Sarah is a phenomenal teacher. Her knowledge, skills, and patience allow for a great learning environment. Her attention to detail and the basics provide the foundation for progress, in both large and small increments. Her approach is gentle yet supportive—allowing for pacing that feels just right. Sarah is a passionate, gifted musician; it is a privilege and a pleasure to learn from her.

- Matthew, Classical Guitar student

Sarah is an amazing teacher! She is knowledgeable and infinitely patient. She helped me gain direction and pinpoint exactly what I needed to improve my guitar playing. Sarah 100% cared about my progress and in the end, she became more of a friend and mentor who was rooting for me to succeed. If you don't know who to choose as a teacher, choose Sarah. I'm telling you.

- Richard, Classical Guitar student

We are so glad to have found Sarah for our teen daughter! Sarah is such a skilled musician but is also able to break down those skills into simple, easy to understand instructions. She is patient and kind in her approach and is helping our daughter to further her understanding of classical guitar playing and music in general.

- Hannah, mother of Classical Guitar student

I had the privilege of learning the guitar with Sarah for an entire year, and it has been an incredible musical journey. Her expertise, patience, and passion for teaching are truly commendable. Under her guidance, I've made significant progress in my guitar skills.
What sets her apart is not just her musical proficiency but also her ability to tailor lessons to my individual needs and interests. She's always open to exploring different genres and styles, making each lesson engaging and enjoyable. Her constructive feedback and encouragement have boosted my confidence as a guitarist.
Beyond the technical aspects, my guitar teacher's dedication to fostering a love for music is evident. She's introduced me to a variety of musical theories and concepts, enhancing my overall understanding of the instrument. Her enthusiasm for music is contagious, and I find myself looking forward to every lesson.

In addition to her teaching skills, she's a warm and friendly person who creates a comfortable learning environment. Her punctuality, professionalism, and flexibility with scheduling have made the entire learning experience convenient and stress-free.
Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better guitar teacher. Her guidance has not only improved my guitar skills but also enriched my passion for music. I'm excited to continue my musical journey with her, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking to learn and grow as a guitarist. Thank you for an amazing year of music!cription goes here

- Frank, Classical Guitar student

I’ve been working with Sarah over 2 years, and I couldn’t recommend her more! Not only an amazing player, but an incredible teacher as well. Very organized, thorough, patient and flexible. She has a plan , and is open to suggestions also. Check her out! You won’t be disappointed.

- Phil, Classical Guitar student

I was Sarah Badlissi’s Ear Training professor at The Hartt School for four consecutive semesters. After years of hard work, she has become a very fine musician. Sarah has extremely high standards, and will not settle. Her consistent growth is a testament to her hard work and diligence. In addition to her solid musicianship, Sarah is a genuinely nice person. Being part of Sarah’s journey has been an absolute pleasure.

— Benjamin Rauch, Adjunct Ear Training Professor at the Hartt School of Music, Dance, and Theatre

"Sarah is an excellent artist musician who had the opportunity to work with various levels of amateur pianists at the Hartt School as the piano class tutor.  Her experience has given her a broad understanding of necessary technical and musical issues, and a skill-set that makes her an excellent teacher of the instrument.”

— Greg Babal, Coordinator of Keyboard classes and Piano Professor at the Hartt School of Music, Dance, and Theatre

Sarah is a amazing teacher i been studying music with her for 5 years now and she is very knowledgeable in her craft. She has taught me many things in classical guitar such as music theory and how to count notes when studying classical guitar pieces. Thank you, Sarah, for being a amazing teacher and friend. Sarah is overall the best teacher i have ever had.

- Mike, Classical Guitar student

Super friendly, knowledgeable, prepared and patient.

Rosy, mother of Classical Guitar student

Sarah is a great, knowledgable teacher. Her patience and constructive criticism is perfect for a beginner like myself. I have no doubt that her
many years of training would make her a fantastic teacher to more experienced students as well!

- Aaron, Classical Guitar student