I’ve been teaching myself Italian for about a year before coming to Phoenix but wasn’t where I wanted to be. I searched for tutors that could help me further my learning when I stumbled across Davide.  I can’t say enough for what he has done for my Italian.  He is always pushing me to get better and I think of him as a coach.  He is patient and very knowledgeable but best of all has the ability to explain things that open your eyes when books cannot. I personally would recommend Davide to anyone who needs help at any level in Italian.

An Italian count, who is also a friend, challenged me to learn Italian in one year so that I could visit him at his 15th Century castle in northern Italy.  His friends and family were returning home the following September after their Ferragosto vacations, and he wanted my husband and me to meet everybody.  So, I took him on.

After I found Davide’s website, my search for an Italian tutor was over.  I was very impressed with his background and education.  I was also happy that his native language is Italian.  We met every week all year and, because of the fine instruction I received, my trip to Italy was a success!  I was able to carry on basic conversations and understood most of what was said.

I enjoyed studying with Davide and decided to continue with him when I returned home.  It’s now been 2 1/2 years since then.  My Italian improves a bit more with every lesson.  Davide is a wonderful teacher.  He makes the lessons fun and interesting.  I learn so much about Italian language and culture. Because my background is in foreign language, I enjoy going over grammar points and learning about all the different language dialects in Italy.  Davide is so knowledgeable and can talk about any topic that arises.  Our hour-long lessons just fly by!

Over the years, Davide and I have gotten to know each other pretty well and I consider him a friend.  He is a kind, compassionate man with a great sense of humor.  I would highly recommend Davide to anyone who wants to learn Italian for any reason.

I have had the pleasure of studying Italian conversation with Davide Valenti at Scottsdale Community College for two semesters. I am an Italian American, and am very happy that I grew up in an Italian household. Although my parents spoke Italian in our home, I did not learn the language as a child. It is my desire to become fluent in this beautiful language. I have now found the perfect teacher to help me reach my goal!

For the past three years I have studied Italian in the classroom, and have completed intermediate level college courses. My comprehension and writing skills continue to improve, but my ability to speak needs attention. I found that Davide’s conversation classes improved my ability to speak Italian, especially now that I have completed two classes. I have finished the curriculum that is currently offered at the community college level, but do not want to end my studies. I will start private tutoring with Davide very soon, and know that he will assist me in the further development of my speaking skills.

Davide combines grammar with conversation to ensure that his students speak Italian properly. Even in a classroom setting he gives all of his students as much personal attention as time allows. I know that I will receive this same type of personal attention with private lessons, plus the additional benefit of speaking Italian during the entire session.

Davide is proud of his Italian heritage, speaks flawless Italian, is a very patient instructor, and embraces the Italian culture. He teaches much more than the language of Italy. He also teaches the Italian way of life. I am thrilled that Davide and I have crossed paths, and I look forward to his guidance and instruction as I continue my Italian course of study.