Duquesne, PA Cello Lessons

I can help beginning students on cello learn the basics.

My teaching addresses modern challenges in cello playing, promotes an integral approach to learning, and supports practice as a result of Informed Intuition through comprehensive cognitive preparation. I have created a method Beyond the Octave which allows students the absolute freedom over the fingerboard by dealing with the extended positions and the advanced use of the thumb. Informed Intuition teaches musicians how to carve their own paths and find their voices on the cello through careful studies of the repertoire, music history, and theory, where the artistic approach to music is based on educated and intelligent choices based on a belief that music always starts from the heart; musician allow themselves to be vulnerable enough to follow their intuition, which should be rich, informed and educated. I'm teaching that there are no permanent solutions and recipes for performing but rather options to play music differently and coherently every time. I am a firm believer that ...

I'm an experienced and dedicated cellist, having played with Orchestras and Chamber groups throughout my state. My lessons are focused on relaxation, and am as laid back or strict as the student needs. Whether you're a beginner or advanced, shooting to be a church player or a pro, I have taught students for that and am the teacher for you.

Whether you're looking for a traditional Suzuki method experience or just want
to fiddle around, we can work together to make playing cello a great experience for you. In person or over Skype. Young and young at heart welcome.

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.

I teach basic cello using the Essential Elements repertoire. Group lessons are available but I do not teach Suzuki.

Students will have one free lesson in order for me to have a brief understanding of their level and personality. This will allow me to build a personal guideline to focus on individually.

I've been studying music my whole life. Extensive European study, 8 years in German conservatories, performing, studying, playing competitions in Germany and surrounding countries. Orchestral, chamber music, solo, I've studied closely with over a dozen high-level european cellists but I'm also good with kids, so whether you're looking to master your bow hold or have never even held one in the first place, I've got you covered.

I have been playing cello for 13 years, for the first 9 years in private lessons with a Julliard-trained cellist. I have served as principal cellist of Purdue University Philharmonic Orchestra (the highest level orchestra), and I have also played abroad in Europe with the Zurich Community Orchestra, performing in the Zurich Tonhalle Concert Hall (the largest concert hall in Zurich). I have extensive understanding of the cello. I can tutor students from the basics of holding a cello to the major concertos for cellos. I love the cello, and classical music in general, and I would love to pass on this passion to any student interested in playing beautiful music!

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!