Cello Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Cello

My name is Ashtyn T. I began playing cello in 2006 and have been teaching private lessons since 2016. I was accepted into EAC on a full orchestra scholarship and played in both the Chamber and Symphony orchestras there in 2019. Now I am taking classes at Utah Valley University, on track to graduate with a BS in Psychology with a Minor in Music. I am currently in both the Chamber and Symphony orchestras at UVU, and I am studying one-on-one with Dr. Read More

Instruments: Cello

Throughout school and up until I graduated from college, I taught private cello lessons during the summers. I have been a classroom teacher (elementary, middle, and high school, in addition to teaching adults computer programming) for the past twelve years. I thoroughly enjoy working with students of all ages and helping them meet their goals. One of the highlights of my musical career was a month-long concert tour of China with Denver Philharmonic in the summer of 2016. Read More

Instruments: Cello

I teach using the Suzuki method with an added emphasis on note reading and theory. The Suzuki method is a lot more than just using the Suzuki Repertoire. (In fact, I supplement the Suzuki method with pieces my students use a lot such as Happy Birthday, Jingle Bells, some pieces from Solos for Young Cellists, etc.) So what is the Suzuki method? Suzuki revolutionized the way of learning an instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Cello, Drums, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Violin, Double Bass, Music, Electric Guitar

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs.. Read More

Instruments: Cello, Bass Guitar, Double Bass

At the same time, there are many ways to play an instrument and do an OK job - but when you want to be able to play anything, no matter how difficult, your options are limited. It is important to know what those options are. Correct technique is essential to becoming proficient on any instrument. Music is fun for me. It is a joy. And I believe that it can and should be a joy for anyone else. Read More