Cello Lessons Midwest

Instruments: Cello

I studied cello performance at Drake University under Dr. Ashley Sandor-Sidon. I have always been performance-minded. Learning how to push yourself and stay excited about your art can be difficult. I was fortunate to start my career at a relatively young age, and I have learned a lot since then about how to continue to excel as a cellist and musician. I am ready to bring that experience of crossing large hurdles at a young age to my students. Read More

Instruments: Cello

My teaching journey began in high school when I led sectionals for younger classes and elementary programs, as I already knew I wanted to study music education. I started teaching private lessons to a few students in my free time, and this early experience helped me develop effective teaching techniques. Since then, I have taught private lessons in the Kansas City area through my own studio and traveled to schools to teach lessons during the school day, as well as small cello classes outside of school hours. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Bass Guitar

It is rewarding to see a student achieve a strong desire and a sense of accomplishment when they begins to play the instrument of their choice. I believe that a person should learn at their own pace. With that in mind I try to set realistic goals and make each lesson understandable. Acknowledging their success helps build their confidence and knowledge which translates into the student wanting to practice more. Read More

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, Drums, Bass Guitar

I adjust my teaching based on the particular student. For adults I take the lessons in whatever direction they like. Subjects covered are more often than not dictated by the student's interest. For children I do take their interests into account but also guide them towards getting better at their instrument. Reading music is an important thing for all my students. Read More