"I've been working with Joseph as an accompanist for several years now, and we have developed an incredible working relationship. He reads my mind in rehearsal and can anticipate the musical needs of myself as well as our choristers, often making insightful suggestions that help us progress. His playing is intuitive, his sight reading is fast, and he is very much a professional both on and off stage. I couldn't ask for a better partner in music leadership."
Tessa Short - Choral Conductor Christ Church Dartmouth
& Director Giocoso Community Choir
 

"Joseph is thoroughly prepared for all rehearsals and is a positive force in the rehearsal process!" - Janice Jackson,  producer, singer.

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"Joseph Dowell is an incredible pianist, musician, and most of all collaborator. His attention to detail and fearless exploration of new and challenging repertoire makes him one of the best people you can have by your side in rehearsals."

John David Bogardus – Choir Ensembles Director -
Fountain School of Performing Arts.

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"Joey was an incredible asset to the team. Working on a new Opera ( Escape to Freedom) with Joey was so fabulous. He was the consummate professional. He had an answer and idea for every challenge we came across. Always prepared and a great positive attitude. I look forward to working with him again."

 Sam Rosenthal -  Artistic Director - The Hogtown Collective.

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“Joey Dowell, my dear colleague, has always been there when I, or someone needed him. Music, like in any other area, needs great love from people. Even at hard times he was always there for colleagues, students and friends while working many hours. His music is sincere, honest and from the heart. His especial love towards the music of Franz Liszt has always kept me sitting in his practice sessions. To me listening to his music is a place where I can rest.”

Ria Kim MMUS - collaborative pianist - Dalhousie University.

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"Joey was very professional and reliable, but also brought an air of fun and relaxation to rehearsals and our performance. He ensured that a connection was made, and was by my side through the complete process. He was a pleasure to collaborate with, and I hope we get to work together again very soon."

Hope Salmonson - composer/tubist.

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“Joey has been an exceptional teacher for our kids.  He has really fostered their love of music.”

 Kim B. -parent of current students.

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"Joseph has been an absolutely wonderful teacher for my son. I am always impressed with how quickly he has been learning and improving, and I always notice how great his mood is when he comes out of lessons. This speaks to Joseph’s skill in many ways, and we look forward to many more years of quality music education."

Brad G. - parent of current student

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"I’m an adult learner and Joey has a gift of being approachable and patient but keeping me accountable. He has a systematic way of teaching things that makes sense. I have no doubt he tailors my lessons to my learning style. He is a brilliant pianist and I always look forward to our lessons especially when he demonstrates various songs or techniques." 

 Brooke G. - adult piano student

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"I've been taking lessons with Joey for almost two years. He is an excellent teacher: patient, inspiring and skillfully able to  challenge his students while keeping things fun. He has a wide ranging repertoire, and a deep knowledge of the stylistic differences between composers and eras, and so is able to provide his students with a deep artistic and historical context for the music he teaches."

Rajeev R. - adult piano student