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Cello with Claire M.

4.8
(15)
Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2008
Master's in Music

    Private cello lessons for all levels: Masters of Music in cello teacher

    I teach private cello lessons to all levels and ages. Online or at my place for 30, 45, or 60 minutes. Take a look through my bio and profile and let me know if you have any questions.

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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    8 AM-10 AM
    Tuesday
    8 AM-10 AM
    Wednesday
    8 AM-10 AM
    Thursday
    8 AM-10 AM
    Friday
    8 AM-10 AM
    Saturday
    9 AM-12 PM
    1 PM-5 PM
    Sunday
    9 AM-12 PM
    4:30 PM-6:30 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $30
    45 minutes
    $45
    60 minutes
    $60

    About Claire M.

    4.8
    (15)
    ​Claire received her Master’s of Music in cello performance from California State University Long Beach’s Cole Conservatory of Music where she was a student of Dr. David Garrett, cellist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. She has performed in the Los Angeles Cello Society concert series and as a participant in the California Chamber Music Institute. She has attended the Los Angeles Suzuki Institute and trained in Suzuki pedagogy with Rick Mooney and Tanya Carey. Prior to her studies at CSULB, Claire attended the University of Hartford’s Hartt School of Music where she received her Bachelor’s of Music in cello performance. While at Hartt, she studied with Steven Thomas and Mihai Tetel. She was a founding member of the Los Angeles based cello quartet, Love4Cello. She also served as co-executive director and cello teacher for the Pasadena Cello Institute. Currently, Claire is a member of the Dana Point and the Huntington Beach Symphony Orchestras. In addition to being the cello coach at Renaissance High School for the Arts in Long Beach, she is also a cello teaching artist for the Los Angeles Philharmonic through Youth Orchestra Los Angeles at the East Los Angeles Performing Arts Magnet. Since 2008, she has freelanced and taught privately around the Los Angeles and Orange County areas.
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    15 Reviews
    Christy
    Online
    Claire makes challenging pieces more helpful by giving fun ways to learn them. She is a great instructor!
    Posted Jul 3, 2018
    Christy
    Online
    Claire makes sure that she answers any questions that I have. She goes at my pace. She's a great teacher! She is so experienced and patient.
    Posted Mar 6, 2018
    Christy
    Online
    Taking lessons on line is sometimes challenging; for instance, the instructor is talking but sometimes her words become garbled, like watching television and the picture and sound fades in and out. I thought the teacher wanted me to just memorize the one section (the tune); she wasn't clear the first time (the first lesson) on memorizing the tune for playing All of the exercises without looking at the music notes. So, yesterday's lesson wasn't as good as I had hoped it would be.
    Posted Feb 27, 2018
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    Experience

    YOLA Cello Teaching Artist

    Jan, 2018 - Present

    Los Angeles Philharmonic

    I teach cello classes and private lessons for the Los Angeles Philharmonic's El Sistema program, Youth Orchestra Los Angeles.

    Section Cellist

    Sep, 2016 - Present

    Huntington Beach Symphony

    Section Cellist

    Sep, 2013 - Aug, 2015

    Symphony Irvine

    Cello Instructor

    Sep, 2012 - May, 2014

    Fullerton College

    Section Cellist

    Jan, 2012 - Present

    Dana Point Symphony

    Cellist

    Jun, 2011 - Jun, 2017

    Love4Cello Cello Quartet

    A Los Angeles based cello quartet, playing in the classical, pop, and rock music genres, performing in the Southern California area.

    Cello Coach

    Sep, 2009 - Present

    Renaissance High School for the Arts

    Private Cello Instructor

    Aug, 2008 - Present

    Long Beach and Orange County

    Education

    Bachelor's of Music

    Sep, 2004 - May, 2008

    University of Hartford

    Master's in Music

    Sep, 2008 - May, 2010

    California State University Long Beach

    Certifications

    Cello Book 1

    Jul, 2015

    Los Angeles Suzuki Institute

    with Rick Mooney

    Cello Book 2

    Jul, 2016

    Los Angeles Suzuki Institute

    with Tanya Carey

    Affiliations

    Phi Kappa Phi

    May, 2010

    In 1897 at the University of Maine, ten senior students, two faculty members, and the school president created an honor society that was different from the few others then in existence-one that recognized and honored excellence in all academic disciplines. Under the leadership of undergraduate student Marcus L. Urann, the group formed the Lambda Sigma Eta Society, which was later renamed Phi Kappa Phi from the initial letters of the Greek words forming its adopted motto: Philosophìa Krateìto Photôn, "Let the love of learning rule humanity." Phi Kappa Phi's mission is "To recognize and promote academic excellence in all fields of higher education and to engage the community of scholars in service to others."

    American String Teachers Association

    Jul, 2016

    The American String Teachers Association, founded more than 60 years ago, is a membership organization for string and orchestra teachers and players, helping them to develop and refine their careers. ASTA's members range from budding student teachers to artist-status performers. The organization provides a vast array of services, including instrument insurance, an award-winning scholarly journal, discounts on publications and resources, annual professional development opportunities, and access to collegial network of colleagues throughout the string profession.

    Music Teachers' Association of California

    May, 2016

    MTAC aspires to be the recognized leader in (1) Student Programs, which make a positive impact in the quality of music education and in the lives of music students; (2) Member Programs, which inspire quality teaching, the pursuit of ongoing teacher education and member involvement with community outreach; (3) a thriving Foundation, which funds Student Programs and member needs through its investments, donations, and grants.

    Suzuki Association of the Americas, Inc.

    May, 2015

    The Suzuki Association of the Americas, Inc. is the not-for-profit organization officially licensed to support, guide, and promote Suzuki education in North, Central, and South America. The SAA was founded in 1972 and currently has about 8,000 members.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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