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Cello with Philip H.

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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 9+
Speaks English, Portuguese, French
Teaching since 1990
Master of Music in Cello Performance

    Take on a relaxed yet solid technique, smart musicianship, top phrasing: discover your best playing!

    Hello Cello Lovers, far and wide! My name is Philip, and as an American living abroad, I've mastered the art of teaching online. You may find me performing all over Youtube, Spotify, and Apple Music - there you'll hear why I've been in demand as an expert performer and teacher. Please have a glance at these FAQs: Q: What is your teaching style? A: My highest goal for you is that you enjoy your cello journey for as long as humanly possible. To this end, I'll cover all the essentials to move you ahead in your technique to the most enjoyable music. We'll work together on repertoire you want to play. I'll also suggest repertoire I think will be good for your playing. Be yourself and we'll get along great! Q: You teach online - how can you help my tone? A: I've taught online for so long that I will help you develop a beautiful, singing tone in whatever style of music you choose. Q: I would like a powerful yet unforced technique - is that really possible? A: Yes. You've come to the right person! A physically pleasing experience while playing cello is essential to your enjoyment of the instrument. I developed and have given my own workshops in relaxed playing on four continents. Q: What is the real difference between playing in the baroque, classical, romantic, and contemporary styles? A: My success is from having mastered all of these styles, working with experts over the decades, and performing literally in hundreds of solo and chamber music pieces.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    4 AM-7:30 PM
    Tuesday
    1 PM-7:30 PM
    Wednesday
    1 PM-6:30 PM
    Thursday
    10 AM-3:15 PM
    Friday
    4 AM-3:15 PM
    Saturday
    5 AM-4 PM
    Sunday
    5 AM-2:45 PM
    3 PM-7:30 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 Philip H.

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    Hello, I'm Philip H. I have decades of experience teaching cello as well as chamber music. Thank you for reading about me and why I think I will be among your top choices for cello teacher on TakeLessons: I guarantee I will: • be patient and provide you with tips on how to improve with more efficiency (the last is what we all want!) • help you to prepare for a performance, audition, competition, and overall for you to enjoy playing! • share from my strong backgrounds in romantic, baroque, & contemporary music • assign you the best materials to help you improve • teach you how to learn the parts that go with the cello music - important, right? A bit about me: • I am the principal cellist of a large professional orchestra • On YouTube, you will hear me play solo Bach and music by other great composers, and as soloist with the Calgary Philharmonic and other top orchestras. • I teach prize-winning and job-winning students of all levels. • I studied at major schools in the USA with the best-known teachers. • I have two solo recordings on Spotify and for sale: the Solo Bach Suites and a Tango CD! • I have performed as soloist with orchestra literally dozens of times. Ask me any questions about my teaching - I promise you an •outstanding• experience!
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    10 Reviews
    Isadora
    Teacher's studio
    Phil is a great teacher, and very patient. I've learned a lot from him about playing in orchestras and competitions. I highly recommend studying with Phil!
    Posted Jun 7, 2023
    Ashleigh
    Teacher's studio
    My first international audition went really well and I can’t thank Philip enough for his expertise
    Posted May 31, 2023
    Mary
    Teacher's studio
    Excellant, very patient, and very kind.
    Posted May 30, 2023

    Experience

    Principal Cellist

    Sep, 2015 - Present

    Philharmonic Orchestra of the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

    Latin America's top orchestra.

    Principal Cellist

    Sep, 2004 - Jun, 2016

    Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Canada

    Education

    Bachelor of Music in Cello Performance

    Sep, 1989 - May, 1992

    University of Southern California

    Master of Music in Cello Performance

    Sep, 1992 - May, 1993

    Eastman School of Music

    Certifications

    Bachelor of Music in Cello Performance

    May, 1989

    University of Southern California

    Master of Music in Cello Performance

    May, 1993

    Eastman School of Music

    Languages

    French

    Professional Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Portuguese

    Native Proficiency

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