Cello Lessons in Belmont, CA

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Mandolin Recorder Orchestral Percussion Music

Seasoned vocal instructor with master of Music in Vice Performance. Performed with APU opera and various award winning choral groups joining competitions both in international and local. I have been teaching voice and instruments (piano, violin, cello, viola, recorder) since 2003. I have been passionate guiding students across various musical genres, including classical and contemporary, and languages such as English, German, Italian, French, and more. Each lesson is a unique journey where we explore the art of voice, discovering the beauty in every note and phrase. Read More

Instruments: Cello

Aside from performing, I have also been teaching students in private as well as in music schools for more than 35 years, ages ranging from as young as five years old to working adults. Starting from 2004, I have taught at David K's Music School in San Jose, where I am still teaching currently. During my teaching career, I have assisted countless students in preparing for orchestra auditions, as well as the more advanced students for local contests and competitions. Read More

Instruments: Cello

My goal is not to make my students play like me but to play more like themselves. I aim to give useful tips, exercises, and musical options as opposed to rigid rules. The beauty of playing is in the nuances that an individual can bring to a performance, so I try to let that individuality shine. I encourage this freedom more specifically through a strong technical foundation. The more secure a player's technique becomes the easier it becomes to express their ideas. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Organ Ukulele Electric Violin Music Keyboard Electric Guitar

Each student learns at their own pace and it's important to understand that not everybody learns the same. Setting both short and long term goals with the student helps me understand what they want out of lessons. This makes it easier for me to engage with them and bring it back to something relevant to them at the end of the day. For example, no child understands advanced rhythm unless you disguise it in familiar terms e.g. using the phrase "run po-ny run" to describe two eighth notes sandwiched in between to quarter notes. Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello

The skill level of my students range from Beginner to Intermediate. For Piano Students: My beginner students start with the Bastien Piano Basic Method Books. I assess what book level is necessary during our first lesson. Other beginner material I use are: Alfred's Basic Piano Library Lesson Books, Older Beginner Piano Course (For Adult Beginner Students), and Piano Adventures series. Book levels vary per student and some additional material may fall to the responsibility of the students family to purchase. Read More

Instruments: Cello

Im passionate about inspiring new beginners and novice cellists to their full potential. Having 10+ years of cello experience, I specialize in prepping students for auditions, playing in orchestras and individual performance pieces. I graduated from University of Washington in 2014, with degrees in Speech and Hearing Science and music, I pursued my musical journey during my graduate studies in Chamber Music Lab, University Orchestra and individual performances for weddings and small events. Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello Keyboard

Octavio has 14 years of experience playing cello and 8 years teaching privately. He has worked with students all ages and backgrounds. Octavio is always on the look for curious individuals who are interested in music learning and cello playing. He has participated in numerous masterclasses with prominent musicians, some include, David Ying, Richard Aaron, Wendy Warner, Phillip Borter, Jrme Hanta, Khari Joyner, and Steven Isserlis. Octavio's passion and versatility as a cellist are evident in his wide-ranging repertoire and commitment to musical excellence Read More