Hazelwood, MO Cello Lessons

I only teach beginner and intermediate cello.

I treat lessons as practice therapy and problem-solving time. Come show me what/how you are practicing, what is frustrating, etc., and I will give you practice tools.
I also demonstrate how to practice effectively so that you are successful and in control each time you pick up the cello.
I teach out of the Suzuki method books; I stress the importance of scales and etudes, as they will be fundamental to your skill set!
My core values are inspired by (rather, taken from) Kurt Baldwin and Winifred Crock.

At the start of my time with my students, depending on their skill level, I will take them through the physics of producing a clean and robust tone while also remaining relaxed and stress free. I focus on music theory as well as ear training to give my students a good musicianship foundation so that cello playing and all music endeavors are more accessible. I guide my students through a range of repertoire until I find what really clicks with the students particular desires and interests.

In my lessons, I plan to develop a connection to my students, allow for room to grow and improve as cellists, and to elicit proper playing/performing techniques. Lessons are individualized for every student, as students aren't all equal.

Experienced Music teacher of 2 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages! I structure my lessons so students learn what they want to learn, while also building a strong foundation of their skills. I specialize in the Stringed Instruments, mostly classical music, but other varieties typically use Scales and Suzuki books and other solo books, and also have the following tools available to use during lessons: metronome, tuner, rosin, and other essentials.

I have served as the Graduate Teaching Assistant to Tom Landschoot at Arizona State for two years, teaching undergraduate cellists.
In addition, I have over ten years of teaching experience, including my own studio in Iowa and Arizona, leading sectionals for Phoenix Youth Symphony, and faculty positions at Cellobration and Tucson Cello Congress.
As a performer, I am a tenured member of Arizona Opera and regularly play with The Phoenix Symphony.

Hello! I am finishing my undergraduate degree at Stephen F. Austin State University. I'm looking for students in the East Texas area or online. In my 10 years of cello playing, I've had the privilege to travel to Macau and Hong Kong to play for the University of Macau's String Orchestra as well as for the European Film Music Festival, but mostly I play for SFASU Orchestra of the Pines. Please contact me if you have any questions! Happy practicing!