Cello Lessons Washington County, PA

Instruments: Cello

As someone who's played cello for the past 2 decades, I can say with certainty through my own experience, that the most effective teachers are the ones who adapt to each student. When a teacher uses sort of a "cookie cutter" teaching method and applies the same lessons to each and every student, students often don't get the proper attention they need for for specific aspects of their playing. Thus, I believe in tailoring my teaching methods for each student, as each student is vastly different in so many ways. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Cello, Viola, Double Bass

I adjust my private instruction based on student interests- if a student is into composing or using programs like finale or garageband, we construct lesson content around these interests. There's always the inclusion of music theory, at all levels of experience, because I feel that it is necessary for students to understand how the music is created and why in order to become better performers and musicians. I never let a student let a bad day get in the way of having a productive lesson- I like to touch base on how they're doing, and if things aren't going so well, we will always be able to find something positive that's going on in the lesson. Read More

Instruments: Cello

As a passionate musician I like to give my all when it comes to music; I love to have fun with my students and will work with each of them, tailoring my lessons to each because each of us is different and will learn in different ways but I will expect for my students to practice so each student can work to their potential and feel how they are progressing in their craft, because there is nothing more rewarding to see yourself going forward because of the work you have done. Read More

Instruments: Cello

For early students, I typically start with the Suzuki books, as I like the organized technical and musical progression of each piece. As the students develop I begin to add supplimentary materials such as etude and scale books. Students can progress from open strings to Bach with ease. More advanced students can expect a healthy dose of scales, Popper etudes, concertos, and Bach.  Read More

Instruments: Violin, Cello, Viola

I am a positive, patient and constructive teacher.  I give my students 100% of my attention during their lessons.  I work with students to develop correct posture and positions, strong technique, ability to read music, include music theory and music history as appropriate and work with students to play with musicality and develop their own passion for music.  I work with students at their own pace and where the students are at. Read More