Cello Lessons Midwest

Instruments: Cello

Individuality, personality and enjoyment are three things that I value highly. Each student has their own motivations for learning the instrument, their own personal goals with the instrument and their own personalities. Music is such a personal, emotional and intimate form of expression, and while there are technical aspects of playing the cello that require a more analytical approach, I believe that students must remain true to themselves, to their respective motivations and to their individuality to discover their own sense of fulfillment and the joy of playing music. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Flute, Bass Guitar, Harp, Ukulele, Mandolin, Recorder, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Double Bass, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My teaching style is tailored as much as possible to each person, however there are some things I always keep in mind. For one, I try to help each student build proficiency in both music reading and playing by ear. My belief is that these skills are equally important and reinforce each other. My first violin teacher used the Suzuki Method, which is based on the same principles by which each child learns to speak his or her native tongue fluently, and I have seen the benefits of combining listening work with music reading skills in both my own musical career and the lives of my students. Read More

Instruments: Cello, Trombone

It is that response that drives me as a teacher, when trying to tackle technical problem I try to think of as many ways as possible for the student achieve th edesired result. Then when the correct image is found, the students eyes light up and they flourish with the new found technique. I try to provide an encouraging challenging atmosphere that allows each student to flourish and grow as a musician. Read More

Instruments: Cello

I began teaching just prior to starting college, and it is where my want to teach younger students began. I felt my initial growth as a musician was slow because I couldn't find that spark that made me want to take music to the next level. Now that I have it, I hope I can help others find their way. I think modern music gets a bad rep, especially among us classically-trained professionals! Read More

Instruments: Piano, Cello

For beginners I use the first suzuki books while also teaching scales to teach theory as well as hand positions. After the first suzuki book, I assign my own pieces based on the students interests or what I think would help their technique. Since all students are different, assign pieces based on what I think would help them improve the most. I also assign music from a variety of composers to teach students different styles and different musical periods. Read More