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Cello with Marcelo Z.

5.0
(6)
Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 9+
Speaks ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, ITALIAN, PORTUGUESE
Teaching since 1987
Ph D in Cello Performance

    About Marcelo Z.

    5.0
    (6)
    I always loved teaching cello, music theory or composition. I have the experience as a professional cellist as soloist, chamber musician and performing in an orchestra. But since I started to teach very young I know how to address student's needs, approaches to achieve their goals, whether is to play for the enjoyment of cello music, auditioning for colleges or competitions or aiming to become a professional. I had the opportunity to teach in many settings: public and private schools, studio, college, and now online with technology is possible to find new approaches to improve. I had great international teachers, and I am passionate finding ways to explore how to improve your musicality, technique, and capacity to express yourself in music.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    6 AM-7:30 AM
    5 PM-5:30 PM
    Tuesday
    5:30 AM-8 AM
    9 AM-1 PM
    3:30 PM-5:30 PM
    Wednesday
    6 AM-7:30 AM
    11 AM-1 PM
    2 PM-4:30 PM
    Thursday
    6 AM-11 AM
    11:30 AM-2 PM
    5 PM-6:30 PM
    Saturday
    5 AM-12 PM
    3:30 PM-4:30 PM
    Sunday
    6 AM-9:30 AM
    11:30 AM-3:30 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $50
    45 minutes
    $75
    60 minutes
    $100
    90 minutes
    $120
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    5.0
    6 Reviews
    Vivi
    Student's home
    His lessons made learning cello fun, easy and manageable. It was always at my convenience and easy to schedule. Additionally, Marcelo is a very talented musician himself and his lessons reflected that.
    Posted Apr 13, 2020
    Richard
    Online
    A very engaging and innovative Virtuosi with excellent awareness and an intuitive approach with his prodigies
    Posted Apr 9, 2020
    RandyJWiserMusicInc
    Teacher's studio
    Marcelo is a rare gem in music. His masterful technique, and performance is highly sought after. Marcelo’s love for music and cello will empower anyone who, will share his energy, and passion for the true implementation of soul through music.
    Posted Apr 9, 2020
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    Experience

    Lecturer Recitalist

    May, 2013 - Present

    The Mend Center

    I weekly present lecture-recitals on Music and Psychoanalysis to patients and doctors of the Mend Center.

    Cello Professor-Music composition professor

    May, 2014 - Aug, 2017

    Houston Community College

    I taught cello lessons, music composition, guitar class and music theory

    Cellist

    Mar, 2013 - Present

    Houston Latin Philharmonic

    The Houston Latin Phil is an orchestra performing at the Houston Opera House,

    CELLO AND STRINGS TEACHER

    Sep, 2007 - Present

    Marcello's Music Studio

    I teach students all ages.

    TA IN MUSIC THEORY

    Jan, 2002 - Aug, 2004

    UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON

    I taught harmony and ear training to music majors.

    String teacher

    Jan, 1996 - Jan, 2001

    KANSAS CITY MO SCHOOL DISTRICT

    I taught all string instruments and conducted string orchestras in elementary, middle and high school, I was chosen for three consecutive years as the conductor for the ALL CITY FESTIVAL, where I also premiered two of my compositions for youth string orchestra.

    Education

    National Professorship-Bachelor in Arts

    Mar, 1983 - Sep, 1990

    The National Conservatory of Buenos Aires

    Ph D in Cello Performance

    Jan, 2002 - May, 2007

    UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON

    MASTER IN MUSIC COMPOSITION

    Aug, 1998 - Jan, 2001

    UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI KANSAS CITY

    MASTER IN CELLO PERFORMANCE

    Aug, 1995 - May, 1998

    UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI KANSAS CITY

    Certifications

    Music Education

    Dec, 1990

    Ministry of Education-Argentina

    The National Professorship entitles the capacity to teach at elementary, secondary, and college level in Argentina.

    MUSIC K-12

    Jan, 2003

    KANSAS CITY MISSOURI SCHOOL DISTRICT

    Awards

    Chancellor's Award

    Aug, 1997

    UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI KANSAS CITY

    BEDICHECK AWARD

    Jul, 2015

    Houston Community College

    Performance Award

    Aug, 2003

    UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON

    Affiliations

    Alpha Lambda Delta

    Jan, 1999

    Founded in 1924, Alpha Lambda Delta is an honor society for students in their first year at an institution of higher education. (For a brief history of the Society, click here) We recognize those students who have succeeded in maintaining a 3.5 or higher GPA, and are in the top 20% of their class, in their first year. Alpha Lambda Delta's mission is to "encourage superior academic achievement... to promote intelligent living and a continued high standard of learning, and to assist students in recognizing and developing meaningful goals for their unique roles in society."

    American String Teachers Association

    Aug, 1999

    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.

    Languages

    Portuguese

    Limited Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Spanish

    Native Proficiency

    French

    Professional Proficiency

    Italian

    Limited Proficiency

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