"Patti Wolf is one of the most influential musical and personal mentors in my life. After our first lesson together, I walked away with a fresh idea about technique and posture at the piano along with an incredible amount of musical inspiration. Since then, I have learned so much about the possibilities of sound from the piano and how to be physically free while searching for the specific sound you are looking for. Patti is not only an invaluable mentor but also a dear friend to her students. I am so privileged to have her in my life!"

— Kaitlin Lalmond, The University of Texas at Austin piano student

“You can tell Professor Wolf’s love for teaching: She is always happy to help and sharing her musical sense with humanity and patience. It is amazing how she can create an environment that is unusually warm, allowing us to express freely and discover our hidden musicality. Her approach and instinctive advice are the most natural and logical which is the essence of music-making.”

- Yerim Rhee, The University of Texas at Austin piano student

“Prof. Patti Wolf is a skilled musician and educator with a well-cultivated musical intuition and a distinct sensitivity to the specific needs of each individual student. Her adaptability, attention to detail, and genuine compassion ensure that her students feel equipped to flourish as unique and capable artists.”

— Dr. Thanakarn Limtham (BANK), Butler School of Music DMA student

“While Prof Wolf has had a long career as a concert pianist who has played on many major stages, she has spent her life as a teacher. I worked as an adult with her for about three years. She helped strengthen lifelong weaknesses and showed me I can actually play advanced music! She is a relaxed, joyful person and our lessons were filled with almost as much laughter as music.

— Seth Crosby, Assistant Professor of Genetics at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

“I have been under Ms. Wolf’s teaching for almost 2 years now and it has truly been a great honor to be her student. Ms. Wolf is a kind, passionate and versatile teacher who has instilled in me a love for music. She is very patient, encouraging, and extremely caring. I was able to learn a full repertoire through an online setting due to the pandemic and won two “1st Ranked” awards under her guidance. Ms. Wolf is a wonderful teacher and I am extremely grateful to learn under her. “

— Ruth Martin, Austin private student

“Prof. Wolf is such an inspiring figure, not only is she a great musician but also a great person. Under her coaching, I learned how to deal with technical difficulties and how to look for a deeper meaning underneath the notes. She is able to give clear instruction to students and has a great sensibility and knowledge to teach a range of styles. Prof. Wolf is very fun to work with, and very skilled when it comes to problem-solving. I love her character as an educator and as a performer.”

— Betty Lin Gallardo, The University of Texas at Austin doctoral piano student