Cello And/or Piano Lessons For Any Skill Level
About
Through teaching, I intend to spread the passion I possess for music. By learning, you are not only discovering how to read notes on a page, but how to connect - with your emotions, passion, potential, and others.
I have experience playing piano since I was five years old and cello since I was ten. Though much of my experience comes from learning from professional musicians, I have practice of my own in chamber orchestras, pit orchestras, jazz ensembles, and solo performances.
At age 17 I won the National Orchestra Award. I have also received various performing arts awards including Most Valuable Player and first chair soloist at District Honor Orchestra.
I look forward to working with anyone who is willing to learn!
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Frequently asked questions
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have 15 years worth of experience with private lessons and over 6 years of experience of teaching elementary-aged students to play piano and cello on a volunteer basis.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I charge $35 per 30 minute lesson and $55 per 60 minute lesson. Travel cost is included in hourly rate.
How did you get started teaching?
I began teaching at aged 15, when I joined a volunteer program in Aurora, CO called Between the Notes. Here I taught elementary and middle school-aged students to play cello. From there, I moved to Montreal wherein I taught students grades 1-5 who could not afford lessons to play piano.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students from all backgrounds - from those who grew up in a musical household and just need to brush up on technique, to those who have absolutely no instrumental experience and are therefore starting from scratch. Although my experience comes from teaching children aged 5-12, I am both passionate and confident about teaching anyone of any age who has a passion for music.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What kind of learner are you? Do you appreciate a hands-on approach or does textbook style learning work better for you?
Do you have a passion for learning this instrument or is this just something you want to add to your resume? No judgement either way, but it is important to consider how this may affect your ability to pick up the skills necessary to master the instrument.