Jonathan Fan Cello Lessons

About

Hello,

My name is Jonathan Fan and I live in Lawrenceville, GA. I am a graduate from University of Georgia, and have been playing cello since I was 11. I have performed in NYC a couple of times already (at Carnegie Hall and the Lincoln Center), in Denver, CO, and currently perform at many weddings around Metro Atlanta. I was a member of most of the big name youth orchestras in high school, and have already been teaching local middle/high schoolers for the past 9 years as well. I hope to give you the best value in cello education for the money.

I charge $60 for the hour ($30 for 30 minutes, $45 for 45) and often go overtime without any extra charge. Unlike some other teachers who stop the lesson right on the hour, I stop when I finish teaching the concept we are currently working on. Unless, of course, if you really have to go.

I am a big advocate of establishing a solid foundation in playing cello. Therefore, we will learn proper right and left hand technique and eliminate any tension that you may have, how to practice efficiently so that you can improve at a rapid pace, and how to overcome any performance anxiety you may encounter.

I teach using many analogies and also go into a lot of depth when explaining concepts so that you can not only understand what to do, but why we do it as well. If one explanation does not click with you, I will think of others to help you grasp the concept. I am also a very interactive teacher, so there may be times where I will phyically move your arm in order to introduce specific movement patterns and simulate weight distribution for your right and left hands.

If you have any questions or concerns, Please feel free to reach out to me by emailing me at [email protected] or by texting 404-988-6865. I have a tendency to ignore random numbers, so if you choose to call, please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank You!

I love performing and the adrenaline rush I get on stage. It is an honor to perform in front of hundreds, if not thousands of people. The experience is one I believe everyone should experience at least once. Performing is also a great way to relieve stress and immerse yourself into a whole new world with a great imagination.

As a teacher, I enjoy seeing my students grow. There is a great sense of fufilment I get when I see them succeed.

Highlights

Hired 4 times

11 years in business

Serves Lawrenceville , GA

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Specialties

Student's age

11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Lesson length

60 minutes

Able to read music

Student can read music

Years experience

2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Student has instrument

Student who has an instrument

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Ying F.

August 13, 2019

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Kevin T.

Jonathan is such an inspiring teacher! Before taking lessons with him, I was struggling a lot with trying to get things perfect. It got to the point where I would practice nonstop, and getting almost nowhere with it. When I had my first lesson with Jonathan, he was so kind, optimistic, and was willing to help me in any shape or form. He would always show me a different perspective and made me see music in different ways and open myself up. Jonathan would always help fix my bow hold, bow placement, fingerings, technique, and countless of other aspects that helped me improve my confidence in playing. He would always point out what is wrong and gives me an easy fix. Interpretation is my favorite part of learning from Jonathan. Other teachers Ive had say music should be one way or the other, but Jonathan removes any boundaries about what is possible with music. He makes me feel like a musician, and not some student learning the cello.

August 09, 2019

Max C.

Ive had many cello teachers over a span of 7 years, but Jonathan stands out as someone who made a huge impact on how much I enjoyed playing the cello. — I came out of every lesson more inspired than ever; Jonathan focuses on not only technique, but also the emotions, mood, and imagery in different pieces. In the end, I think thats what musics all about, and what separates a good teacher from a great one.

August 08, 2019

Carly R.

I think Jonathan is a nice, patient teacher. Sometimes I think because the cello seems to come easy to him so that its a little hard to explain just how to do certain skills, but he always finds a way to explain it in a relatable way in the end. Overall, Jonathans a good teacher who has helped me go from a REALLY bad player to a relatively decent one. I feel like through lessons I have grown a lot more comfortable with the cello, and my technique, tone, and intonation have improved dramatically since I started.

July 31, 2019

Diandra S.

When I first started lessons with Jonathan, I had a lot of technical problems, especially with my basic set up. I used to have an extremely tense bow grip; Jonathan would teach me how to relax and explained why I was so tense. I used to play with a lot of pain, and now I am almost completely relaxed. Since I basically had to start all over, Jonathan was very patient and understanding with me. If I didnt understand a concept that he was saying, then he will explain it in a relatable way. He is also always available to answer any questions I had sent him over text. Everything was intimidating at first, but after a while, I got comfortable.

July 31, 2019

Brandon Y.

What I like about Jonathan is that he always knows whats wrong, even the tiniest bits. He picks out every single little detail and explains their importance to me very well. This helps me improve a lot because it always makes the piece I am playing easier, and he also gives me tips that nobody else ever uses such as plucking the G or C string before playing it to improve tone. I have honestly improved so much. When I started with Jonathan in 6th grade, I couldnt even make it into Kendall Orchestra. When I was in 8th grade, I actually got into everything I auditioned for such as All-State, GCYS, and I made it into the top orchestra class in high school as a freshman. I have no complaints taking lessons from Jonathan, highly recommend!

July 31, 2019

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

Establish a strong foundation -> Technical refinement -> Musicality development

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I learned cello through private lessons under many musicians throughout the country. By the age of 17, I performed at Carnegie Hall and the Lincoln Center in New York City. I have also performed at various venues in Denver, CO and Atlanta, GA.

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

$60/hour ($45/45min, $30/30min) + Travel fee (if I travel to you).

Travel fee = half my hourly rate. Distance calculated by minutes drive, rounded to the nearest 5

Example: If you are a 30 minute drive for me, Travel fee will be $30/lesson.

How did you get started teaching?

I started teaching as a recommendation from some of my teachers. They said it is very beneficial and helps a lot in developing as a musician.

What types of students have you worked with?

Mainly Middle school, high school, and college students, but have taught adult students as well.

What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

Do not judge someone based on their degree. Just because someone graduated from college with a music degree does not mean anything (unless it was from a well known music conservatory such as Juilliard or Curtis). Look at their accomplishments and have a sample lesson if you are interested, then make a decision.

What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?

Define your goals for learning cello:

- Do you want this to become a career path? Hobby?

- Do you just want to be able to play particular pieces well?

- Are you just learning for fun?

Ask the teacher for a rough plan in your first lessons. Judge how thorough they are, and see what they like to focus on. Establish a strong foundation first, then look into more technique/musicality development.

Services offered

Cello