Cello Lessons Mountain

Instruments: Cello

Practice, and be positive! If done correctly, this can be a very enjoyable time. Listening is essential, and it's not just a little bit of listening. When we learn to speak, we hear words around us almost 24/7. We must create a learning environment. I don't think I can emphasize listening enough. I encourage the following as a minimum: - Listen to your current piece at least 2 times a day. This may only be 5-10 minutes at first but will increase as pieces become longer. - Listen to as much good classical music as possible and introduce you and your family to some of the greatest classical literature! Read More

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

I am a motivated and aspiring music educator. I have been in music since the 6th grade and am born and raised in Reno, NV. I graduated from ths University of Nevada, Reno with my Bachelor's in Music Education. I have been in an Orchestra every year of my musical career as well as participating in various Choir and Band ensembles. I have traveled with all three ensembles at some point, performing in various venues around the country and once in Canada. Read More

Instruments: Cello

One of my favorite parts about teaching is that oftentimes I learn just as much as the student in the teaching process. For beginner students, I start by working through Hal Leonard's Essential Elements book one for cello. After completing this book of fundamentals, I have the student work through Suzuki books 1-5. Alongside the Suzuki books, I also make sure the student has pieces they can learn for fun. Read More

Instruments: Cello

I believe the foundation of successful learning is based on a trusting relationship between student and teacher. I strive to get to know my students more each week and take an interest in their lives outside of the music world - I want my students to succeed in every facet of their lives! Furthermore, I want my students to feel confident with their playing. Oftentimes, I will ask open-ended questions to understand how my students feel they are doing. Read More

Instruments: Cello

I have been playing cello for 20 years, after starting when I was 10. I was admitted to Jacksonville University at the age of 16 on a full scholarship, and there I pursued a double major in Music Theory Composition, and Cello Performance. I did my graduate work at Denver University, where I studied a variety of non-western musics, including Balinese gamelan, Ghanaian drumming, and Tuvan traditional music. I've had the opportunity to perform hundreds of times in my career in a variety of settings, including solo, chamber music, and orchestra. Read More