A couple of years ago, I started taking group lessons to refresh and deepen my Italian language skills with Davide. This was crucial for me, as it had been quite some time since my last formal study of Italian. The group setting provided a solid foundation, but it was the Italian film class with Davide that truly challenged and delighted me. Though difficult, the class offered an entertaining and immersive way to engage with the language.

As my learning journey continued, I set a new objective: to complete our textbook. To achieve this, I transitioned to private lessons with Davide, which allowed for a more personalized learning experience. Our sessions have since expanded beyond traditional grammar exercises. Recognizing our mutual passion for music, Davide and I incorporated it into our curriculum. Discovering Italian artists has not only been a joy but also a unique lens through which to explore idiomatic expressions. Although our musical tastes don’t always align, Davide’s openness to explore my musical finds and delve into the lyrics has made learning Italian even more fun for me.

Both the group and private lessons with Davide have been exceptional. The weekly meetings ensure consistent progress, creating a rhythm that motivates preparation and participation. Each upcoming class serves as a gentle but effective nudge not to fall behind, making the learning process more effective.

In sum, my experience learning Italian with Davide has been nothing short of transformative. Whether through the structured challenge of grammar lessons, the cultural immersion of film analysis, or the joy of music exploration, each lesson has been a step forward in my language journey. I highly recommend Davide’s classes to anyone looking to explore the Italian language in a comprehensive, engaging, and enjoyable way!

I began meeting with Davide four years ago for private Italian lessons after completing two years of Italian at Scottsdale Community College. I study Italian because it provides me with a challenge unrelated to my everyday job of practicing law. It forces me to utilize parts of my brain that otherwise would become stagnate. Working one on one with Davide requires me to truly learn the language. Unlike in a classroom setting, there is no other student you can hide behind nor can you pray that you won’t be called on in class because you are the class.

What I especially enjoy about my weekly Italian lessons is that I have no special skill with languages. Every session compels me to study long and hard and I always feel a sense of accomplishment when I avoid making a total fool of myself.

Davide is an extremely skilled teacher and I especially appreciate that Davide grew up speaking Italian and therefore speaks it naturally. I intend on studying with Davide until I become completely fluent in Italian.