Music

Cello

David S.

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Teaches Beginner, Intermediate

Age: 5+

Teaching since 2005

BA: Music and Worship Leadership

About David S.

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I have been teaching students and conducting groups of vocalists and instrumentalists for over 30 years. It’s one of my passions! Why? Because I love the interaction with people, the camaraderie of making music together, the reward of everyone reaching for their potential and accomplishing things they might not achieve on their own! My career in music has taken a many forms, such as Tour/Music Director for an international touring group called Celebrant Singers, Worship Arts Associate Pastor at Peoples Church in Fresno, California, and Pastor of Performing Arts at Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas. I've also taught private lessons in public school (Northwest ISD and Carrollton-Farmer's Branch ISD) and in after-school string enrichment programs. Regular comments from people I have worked with are: “You inspire me to be a better performer.” “Patience is your weapon. The peace that surrounds you, then flows to us, allows us to stay positive and focused!” “Your sweet spirit and gentle encouragement have created such a safe atmosphere.” “I grew so much personally and professionally.” “Some of my favorite practice times were in the rehearsal room!” We will work hard in our lessons; learning an instrument takes commitment. At the same time, you'll grow and refine your skills as a musician. The effort you put in will be reflected in how you develop. Music assignments (including region, all-state, and solo competition pieces) are designed to develop technique, teach basic music theory, and introduce musical literature characteristic of the cello. If that sounds appealing to you, then let's get started!

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Delmonico Drive

Teaching Hours

Wednesday

1 PM-3 PM

6:30 PM-7 PM

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Pricing

30 minutes

$34

45 minutes

$50

60 minutes

$67

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3 Reviews

Haley

David is an incredibly versatile musician, and offers a unique set of skills to his private lessons students from his vast experience in performing and teaching cello, as well as conducting, arranging and musical theater production. He is an excellent performer and is equally comfortable playing classical styles as he is playing popular music. Lastly, David is one of the most professional individuals I have ever worked with, and is a generous and kind-hearted person.

Posted Aug 20, 2017

Cindy

Teacher's studio

David has a gentle, patient presence that creates an open and motivating environment for a student to explore and learn. His knowledge and expertise of music, composition, and the cello will greatly benefit all students. I highly recommend him as a teacher. He is an amazing professional, well established in his field.

Posted Aug 12, 2017

Lauren

Teacher's studio

I began taking lessons with Mr. Schubert when I was four, and for the next nine years I was given a solid foundation of music theory while I learned my instrument. Being under his teaching helped me to develop a broader and deeper understanding of music and my instrument, which has opened many doors for me throughout the years. I am very thankful to have taken lessons from Mr. Schubert!

Posted Aug 11, 2017

Experience

Music Director/Orchestrator/Teacher

May, 2017 - Present

Freelance - DFW, Texas

I am actively involved in a number of different projects in the music profession, including teaching private cello lessons.

Pastor of Performing Arts

Feb, 2012 - May, 2017

Gateway Church - Southlake, Texas

I was the producer, music director, and orchestrator for a number of Broadway-style musicals and special events as well as playing cello for worship services.

Private Lesson Instructor

Sep, 2011 - May, 2012

Northwest Independent School District - DFW, Texas

I taught private cello lessons for beginning and intermediate students.

Private Lesson Instructor

Sep, 2011 - May, 2012

Carrollton-Farmer's Branch Independent School District

I taught private cello lessons for beginning and intermediate students.

Founding Member / Manager

Mar, 2005 - Aug, 2011

Peoples String Trio - Fresno, California

I help to form this string trio that played for weddings and other special occasions throughout the Central California region.

Worship Arts Associate Pastor

Jan, 1999 - Feb, 2011

Peoples Church - Fresno, California

I worked extensively with the orchestra, choir, and worship teams as well as playing. As part of our outreach, I taught cello lessons in an after-school and summer string enrichment program in the community.

Music / Tour Director

Jun, 1984 - Dec, 1998

Celebrant Singers - Visalia California

I performed thousands of concerts with this group all over the world during my 15 years of traveling. I played cello in the pit orchestra for this group as well as being the music and tour director.

Education

BA: Christian Education / Minor: Music

Sep, 1981 - Dec, 1984

Central Bible College (Evangel University)

BA: Music and Worship Leadership

May, 2017

The King's University

Affiliations

Texas Music Educators Association

Sep, 2011

Begun in 1920 as the Texas Band Teachers Association, the Texas Music Educators Association is an organization of over 10,000 school music educators dedicated to promoting excellence in music education. TMEA is comprised of five divisions: Band, Orchestra, Vocal, Elementary and College. On behalf of its members and Texas schoolchildren, TMEA carefully monitors the actions of all state decision-making bodies on issues affecting fine arts instruction in Texas. In addition to many member benefits, TMEA offers professional development opportunities for its members with Region workshops and especially with its annual Clinic/Convention. TMEA supports the future of music education by offering scholarships to music education majors and by sponsoring the Texas Future Music Educators, an organization through which high school students interested in careers in music education learn more about what to expect in their college education and future careers.

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