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Average Cost of Cello Lessons
The average cost of 60-minute cello lessons is $63. While the exact cost will vary depending on the teacher, type of lesson, and your location, you should expect to spend anywhere between $21 and $120 per hour.
| 30-min | $15 |
$35 average |
$90 |
| 45-min | $17 |
$49 average |
$95 |
| 60-min | $21 |
$63 average |
$120 |
For the best experience, we typically recommend 60-minute cello lessons. However, students looking for a more affordable option may want to consider a shorter lesson length of 45 or 30 minutes. On average, 45-minute cello lessons are 23% less expensive at $49, and 30-minute lessons cost 45% less at $35.
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About Chris H.
Close I have a degree in music with a teaching certificate. I have been teaching cello privately for 10 years. Depending on the age of the child we will start with either Essential Elements or Suzuki cello book one. They will start with proper positioning and plucking. Once they have 8 notes down, we start bowing. As we progress, we will be doing scales, and etudes.
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About Thomas V.
Close All Styles, All Levels! Emphasis on drawing a good tone, and efficient technique to allow for greater ease in playing!
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About Olivia D.
Close I've been teaching beginner to intermediate cello for 1 year. I played cello for 2 years in High School orchestra.
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Hrant P.
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About Hrant P.
Close I am looking forward to helping you achieve
your goals in music!
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About Megan C.
Close As a cellist with 20 years of playing experience, I am a passionate principal cellist of many orchestras around the US and an even more passionate teacher. I enjoy helping students of all ages and levels!
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About Susanna S.
Close I am an experienced strings teacher with 20 years of experience. I will work with beginning cello students of all ages and provide instruction on proper technique, position, reading music and playing the cello. I am patient and provide constructive feedback and work at your pace.
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Recent Cello Articles from the Blog
Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, check out the Cello articles on our blog.
Violin or Cello: Which Instrument Is Right For You?
Choosing whether to play the violin or cello can be difficult, but this article will help you consider the advantages and disadvantages of each. The violin and cello are two of the most well-known and commonly studied instruments in the string family. Each one is central to the makeup of the orchestra we know today. Becoming familiar with the pros and cons of these two instruments will help you decide whether the violin or cello is a better fit for you. Violin or Cello - How to Decide … Read More
Is Cello Hard to Learn? Read THIS Before Taking Lessons
Many beginning musicians wonder, Is cello hard to learn? The process of learning the cello is not difficult, but its important to keep in mind that the cello is not an instrument of instant gratification. It does require focused, daily practice time and a good teacher to guide you along the way. How far you progress with cello is a direct result of the amount of quality time you put into practicing the instrument. Even someone who puts in just 30 minutes a day will notice a significant … Read More
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Cello Lessons
Do you want to learn how to play the cello? If yes, then you’ve come to the right place. Private cello lessons and classes with a TakeLessons Certified™ teacher near you or online accelerates progress, increases enjoyment, and improves every beginner's chances of becoming an expert player.
The cello, a member of the violin family, is a bowed string instrument with four strings. This beautiful instrument is known to produce a full tone similar to the human male voice. Our prescreened, private cello instructors can teach many different types of music, including orchestral pieces, solos, ensemble arrangements, jazz, neoclassical music and more. The cello is not a particularly easy instrument to master, but the one-on-one instruction from an expert cellist is well worth the time and dedication.
Once you’ve decided you want to learn to play the cello, it’s important that you find a teacher who is a good fit. Our cello teachers are here to walk you step-by-step through the learning process, to keep you on track and motivated. Cello lessons can be taken in your own home or in the instructor’s studio. Studies have shown that private or one-on-one instruction is the easiest way to learn a new instrument; the individual attention is invaluable and can help you get a great start.
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Our cello instructors work with beginners of all ages: kids, teenagers, adults, and even seniors. We guarantee a customized experience that will exceed your expectations. In fact, we are so committed to your happiness that we offer all new customers a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee on your first lesson.