Jessica S. TakeLessons Instructor music, cello, string chamber music. Wiscasset Rd., Bethesda, MD

Jessica recently completed graduate school at the Eastman School of Music, and holds a Bachelor of Music Degree from Northwestern University.  She was recently appointed Assistant Principal cellist in the Maryland Symphony Orchestra.  She has won the Thaviu String Competition, Union League Competition, the American Service Association Art Merit Award, and was a five-time finalist in the National Symphony Orchestra Competition.  Jessica has taught at the Hochstein Community Music School in Rochester, New York, and also has extensive experience working with chamber music ensembles.

I have a strong passion for music, and plan to teach my students the fundamental technique they need to develop a personal musical voice.  I can be quite demanding, but also believe that flexibility and patience are key in lessons.  I am happy to tailor lessons to the student's individual interests as much as possible.  I will use the Suzuki books as a graded system, but can supplement with other music as well.  I will work with you to cultivate good rhythm, intonation, left hand and bow technique, posture, tone quality, and musical expression. I am happy to teach beginners, young children, adults, or more advanced students-- all I ask is that you have a willingness to explore your musical potential!  I can teach in my studio, or come to your home.

I specialize in teaching chamber music to string ensembles and one-on-one cello instruction. I have taught students ranging from 4 yr. old beginners all the way through conservatory graduate students. My training is mostly classical, although I have some knowledge of contemporary music. Now that I'm out of school, I plan to pursue Suzuki certification this fall.

music, cello, string chamber music.