Transformational Piano Teaching Mentoring Students from All Walks of Life examines the concept of the piano teacher as someone who is more than just a teacher of a musical skill, but also someone who wields tremendous influence on the development of a young persons artistic and empathic potential, as well as their lifelong personal motivational framework. Students from specific circumstances are discussed, including those with special needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, and Depression. sakriti opis