From TW in Maryland:

" You are a great bass teacher because you:

    Have patience

    Love working with kids and adults

    Can help anyone of any skill level

    Have an extensive knowledge of technique and theory

    Work with a student if he doesn't understand something until he does, sometimes coming up with multiple approaches to understanding/applying the concept until the student does get it.

    Make sure the student has fun!"

From DW in Virginia: " I really enjoyed working with Mark, and made great progress in my playing. Unlike many teachers who just throw out information and tell me to go practice, Mark has a great ability to sense where I am as a player and recommend the steps that will get me to the next level. Highly recommended."

From AG in Maryland:  "Our son was a student of Mark Foster's, and learned so much more than he did when he was with a previous teacher. He told us that he wasn't just learning songs, he was learning music. He gained so much knowledge and ability from his lessons. The only reason we are not still with Mark is because he moved away from our area. I have had the opportunity to see Mark interact with his own children, and feel completely comfortable and safe with him. I highly recommend Mark Foster as a Bass teacher, as does our son."