Cello Lessons San Mateo County, CA

Instruments: Cello

Additionally, my double major in psychology plays a crucial role in my teaching philosophy. I believe it's essential to support students in their classical music training in healthy and efficient ways. By understanding the psychological aspects of learning and performance, I can tailor my teaching methods to address the unique needs and challenges that each student may face. This holistic approach not only fosters musical growth but also promotes mental well-being throughout their musical journey. Read More

Instruments: Cello, Music

I was quite successful and I opened my second studio in 2012 in Reseda, California. I love teaching cello and I am always amazed by my students abilities and how far they have achieved in the time I have been their teacher. After some thought, with my family's support I organized a small chamber ensemble and performed our first concert in 1997. Since then I have been Music Director, with my brother Andrés Cárdenes as Artistic Director. Read More

Instruments: Violin, Cello, Viola, Double Bass

I was assistant principal cellist of the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra for 15 years from 1987 to 2002. I was an Assistant Professor of Music at the University of Mississippi in Oxford from 1988 and 1998. After 1998, I teach cello at the prestigious Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi. I was also the Music Director and Conductor of the Mississippi Youth Symphony Orchestra for 9 years. During that time, I led the youth group on inaugural overseas concert tours to stages in Europe and China, reaching their highest level and largest audiences to the date. Read More

Instruments: Cello

I began teaching at a very young age in church for various children's program. After seeing how rewarding working with children is, I began teaching music in an elementary school's after school program. I soon expanded into teaching at the middle school level, and adults. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Drums, Bass Guitar, Synthesizer, Ukulele, Electric Violin, Double Bass, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Djembe, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Students will likely begin in a method book of some form, and eventually will use supplementary material as needed. The method books for Younger students typically consists of 3 or more levels depending on their skill, while the method books for older students provide a good outline of the technique for the instrument. The supplements provide materials to develop musicianship and artistry through repertoire. This approach allows the lesson to be tailored to the students' overall purpose for taking the lessons. Read More