Jocelyn M  
Instruments: Cello
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, R&B

I began teaching in 2016 as a Strings Coach (violin, viola, and cello) with the Harmony Project. The Harmony Project brings music education to underserved communities at no cost to them. It was here that I realized that I am very passionate about music education and I want to continue seriously pursuing it. Since then, I have been teaching privately and have had experience teaching students from age 6-18, as well as adult students. I like to create a warm and encouraging environment for all my students and I strongly believe that every student can reach their musical goals with a combination of dedication and effective practice methods.

For beginning students, I like to use the Suzuki Cello School books, approximately up to book 6. Then, I move to solo repertoire that is appropriate for the student and their musical goals. I like to use the Ivan Galamian Scale System for Violoncello. I also use the Yampolsky Violoncello technique book. For more technique exercises, I use the Feuillard Daily Exercises and assign exercises based on where the student needs improvement. For adults, I like to ask the student what they want to improve at and assign pieces and technique exercises based on their answer.