"In my career of pursuing advanced violin study, Emil was definitely one of my most important mentors for his beautiful playing, outstanding teaching technique, patience and inspiring thoughts about music. One of his greatest characteristics in violin teaching is his ability to simplify complicated concepts into very easy ones. Oftentimes, when students follow his step-by-step approach to difficult passages, they find there the easiest ways of practicing and are then able to reach a level of playing they had never before attained. Emil always pours his passion, his intellect and his sense of humor into his playing. As his listener / student, I feel fortunate to be able to study and perform on this wonderful instrument whenever I hear him play."

"Mr. Chudnovsky is a dedicated teacher who exudes passion, knowledge, and care. He consistently spends time outside of his teaching hours to help me work through difficult passages. He is generous in sharing both his musical passion and abundant knowledge, offering deep insight and context into the music we study. My favorite part of our lessons is when he accompanies me on the violin, helping me view the music more holistically and learn the art of collaboration. He holds strong opinions about musical interpretation and shares them frequently, demonstrating with great musicality to inspire me. He pushes me to find my limits and maintains high standards for each and every one of us."

"Emil didn't stop at teaching me all the core tenets of technique—which of course he did, emphasizing the ways in which technique is the foundation and the doorway to the beauty and truth of music—but he taught me how to love music and understand and appreciate the poetry of it. It was Emil who taught me how to hear a color change in a phrase, how to understand the voicing in Bach, how to grasp the narrative landscape of a concerto. I learned to listen such that genuine feeling was induced in me, and then from him I learned to play such that I could induce that feeling in others. Emil's love of music and art is infectious. And so was the faith he had in me—despite the continual setbacks and crises of ego that come with playing music, Emil unwaveringly believed that I was an artist, with room for growth, and that made me believe it, too."

"This teacher helped me greatly at a difficult time for me. For a long time I had not had lessons with my main instructor and, at a certain moment, I found that I had lost my sense of boundaries, between good and bad. I didn't know what to take up. Emil Chudnovsky very quickly set me upon the necessary path. I finally understood what to work on and how to work on it. At his lessons, there is no oppressive atmosphere of tension and fear – which frequently arises in studies with other teachers. Offering critiques and giving suggestions he leaves [the student] the possibility of playing in one's own way, which is very valuable. He always explains his point of view. Thus, you don't feel yourself to be some machine, doing what it is told to do, but a performer who has not lost the ability to think. And when – after a lesson that seems to fly by in a single breath – you return home and want to start practicing, you don't stand in bewilderment by your music stand, uncertain of where to begin. All the comments are so well, clearly and precisely explained and worked through [at the lesson] that the work at home gives only pleasure, instead of tortured attempts to recall what was said at the lesson. Emil Chudnovsky, aside from his pedagogical talent, is also a remarkable, intelligent person and musician-performer. And those who have had the opportunity to meet him, work with him, and learn from him have had a stroke of great good fortune."

"We feel incredibly fortunate to have Emil Chudnovsky as our daughter's violin teacher. From the very beginning, he has created a space where technical excellence and personal expression go hand in hand. His guidance goes far beyond just teaching notes and rhythms; he encourages his students to explore their own interpretations, to listen deeply, and to find their own voice through music. What truly sets Mr. Chudnovsky apart is his ability to mentor, not just instruct. Under his mentorship, our daughter has not only developed as a musician but has also gained confidence, independence, and a genuine love for the violin. We are deeply grateful for the impact Mr. Chudnovsky has had on our daughter's journey, and we couldn't ask for a more inspiring teacher and role model."

"Studying with Emil isn't just about learning to play the violin. He hails from the Old World salon tradition of intellectual exchange, where students listen to each other's lessons while he imparts knowledge of life beyond the purely violinistic, and during which they are encouraged to express themselves. Of course there is high-level instruction in violin technique and musicality. But it's enveloped in references to music, literature, art and current events, which greatly enhance the student experience."

"In my freshman year of high school, I worked on the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in E Minor and stagnated on the same double-stop passage for months. I told my parents I wanted to quit, as I wasn't improving with my previous teacher, and that's when I was recommended to Emil by a family friend. I was surprised when he got me started working on Elgar's Salut d'Amour, but I was incredibly grateful because it led me to shift my mindset from solely wanting to learn technically demanding pieces to also growing to love the therapeutic process of experimenting with tone, timbre, and color. I am now a senior in high school and excited to continue my musical pursuits in college. If it weren't for Emil, I wouldn't have fallen in love with music-making and pursued music all throughout high school; I was a first violinist in the MCYO Philharmonic orchestra, the concertmaster of my high school's orchestra, and placed in many string competitions such as the Charleston International Spring Music Competition and FMMC HS String Competition. I have Emil to thank for all of this, and would 100% recommend him for anyone interested!"

"While studying with Emil during his two week residency in New Zealand, I felt that I personally achieved a lot. Emil brought a new perspective to many different areas in my playing, such as posture, bow technique and sound quality. He gave very direct and honest comments about my playing as well as realistic advice concerning the big 'music world.' For a student, Emil's extensive knowledge in music and culture, as well as his experience as a performer is very inspiring and stimulating."

"As a parent I had the opportunity to observe my daughter's lessons with Emil each week. As he taught, I saw in Emil a great sense of care. He taught in such a way as to help my daughter create an associated visual image of what she was playing – and she responded to his helpful instruction. My daughter was under a lot of stress preparing for college auditions and Emil helped her through that. He clearly explained what she was up against, what she should expect and whom she should consider as a good match for a teacher. He also supported her in her successes. It meant so much to us all. He is a great teacher!"

"Mr. Chudnovsky represents a precious part of my musical experience. He challenged me to reach my best both technically and emotionally. If something did not work, he always found a new way to solve the problem. During one of my lessons, I was trying to produce a completely stable tone without any break, scratches, or other imperfections. I had put a great deal of effort into avoiding imperfect tone to no avail. Mr. Chudnovsky suggested that I imagine sinking my bow into a thick mass of honey so that the contact of the bow hair feels like cutting a smooth groove into the honey strings. It worked immediately. On the whole, studying with him helped me develop discipline, endurance, and most importantly, passion for music."

"I write to you to recommend Prof. Emil Israel Chudnovsky to your attention. I have known about Prof. Chudnovsky through mutual professional acquaintances and always with high respect. A few years ago I was privileged to meet him, when we were both jury members in the Chengdu International Violin Competition. I heard him perform in the Jury's concert and was impressed with his artistic and virtuoso qualities of his playing. I was later exposed to some of his recordings, including live recordings which demonstrated a consistency of his high quality of playing. Prof. Chudnovsky is an "old school" violinist, in the best sense of the word. He does not shy from the most technically difficult pieces and brings a superb sensitivity to sound one rarely hears this days. I was impressed with the way Prof. Chudnovsky analyzed the pros and cons of each candidate of the competition, sensing immediately what the next rounds will bring from each performer. His assumptions proved true with astounding accuracy, yet even when talking to the candidates about their mistakes and misconceptions, Prof. Chudnovsky never lost his humanity and it was obvious that any criticism voiced was meant to improve the future of each candidate, not simply criticize his/her efforts. Despite the language barrier, he managed to bring his ideas and ideals to the fore and the results were immediate and apparent. This is a sign of a true pedagogue. Finally, on a personal note, I find Emil to be a warm, kind, knowledgeable and enthusiastic individual who is keen upon improving his already incredible skills. I wholeheartedly recommend Prof. Chudnovsky for any institution of higher learning."

"Emil Chudnovsky is a brilliant young violinist with a wonderful list of accomplishments. He is currently a part-time faculty member here at The Catholic University of America where he is distinguishing himself with excellent teaching. As a performer he has won more than a dozen prizes in national and international competitions, has made six CDs, and has performed in 30 countries. His commitment and enthusiasm as a teacher are demonstrated by the fact that his students have won admission to prestigious conservatories as well as prizes in competitions. It is a pleasure to recommend this outstanding artist and teacher for a position at the university or conservatory level. I'm happy to answer any questions about his work."

"It is with pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation on behalf of Emil Chudnovsky, a concert artist with brilliant virtuoso technique, beautiful and expressive sound and natural and captivating musicality. Along with his successful concert activity, Mr. Chudnovsky dedicates lots of his time to teaching and during last few years he has developed a large following as a gifted and already experienced teacher. I have no doubts that a musician of Mr. Chudnovsky’s caliber as a performing artist and pedagogue would be a real asset for your school and recommend him without any reservations."

"The young and extremely talented violinist, Mr. Emil Chudnovsky, may be applying for teaching positions at institutions of higher learning in the near future. I have been privileged to play a part in his early training at Yale University, and to watch his growth as a superlative artist following his studies with me. He is a mature and very accomplished musician now, with a formidable technique and expressiveness of the highest order. His performances as soloist with orchestra, chamber musician, and in recital as well as the production of several CD recordings has made his international reputation a secure and powerful force in music. In the New York City area and Baltimore–Washington, D.C. territory, he has gained invaluable teaching experience as a respected pedagogue. He would be a welcome addition to any given cultural institution."