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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Cello lessons in Chicago . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar Ukulele Recorder Euphonium French Horn Tuba Electric Guitar Djembe
In essence, my love of teaching stems from my Mom's love of teaching. She sincerely desired to teach my siblings and myself to pursue our highest dreams. It turned out that I did succeed as a star performer in music, on stages around the world. But also, when I decided to settle down, I added education to my 10-year plan. So, I went back to school for another master's degree, and taught music in CPS - performing three nights per week with my the Bartels/Benson duo, Connexion Band, Prohibition Orchestra, Bryan Skyler Trio, and other groups. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Double Bass Euphonium French Horn Tuba Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Oboe Bassoon
It is important to me that each student progress at their own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. I make sure to always acknowledge accomplishments to help fuel the student's desire to progress and make them eager to learn more. By finding out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Violin Cello Viola
My teaching philosophy is that of encouraging and inspiring my students to do their personal best in a creative, positive and enriching learning environment. I teach students of all ages using various teaching materials, focusing on the individual student’s learning style. I enjoy teaching students at various stages in their development whether they are preparing for University auditions, studying for their own enjoyment or preparing to join a local community string ensemble or orchestra. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Viola Bass Guitar Synthesizer Recorder Electric Violin Double Bass Conga Keyboard Electric Guitar Djembe
For beginning students, I usually start by creating a strong foundation in the student's mind of why they want to learn how to play an instrument and what goals, if any, they initially have for themselves. I then utilize this to help create individual based lesson plans that are driven by the inner workings of the student's mind. I incorporate music theory into every instrument at every skill level because I believe it to be something that is extremely important to understand and that not a lot of students are exposed to before they get to college. Read More
Instruments: Cello
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I use the Suzuki method because it's what I started with, and it worked very well for me. It gave me the fundamentals I needed to start playing the classical repertoire, and does a great job explaining the technique of the cello. For more advanced students, I use the Kummer method, Cossman exercises, Popper Etudes, and Piatti caprices. I still practice Popper and Piatti to this day- they are absolutely incredible for building advanced technique.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
When a great musician connects with and touches us in a special way, it's because they have transcended the technical challenges of their instrument to be able to say something very personal with their playing, and leave us the audience feeling moved and inspired. Being able to master the technique of playing the cello (intonation, bow technique, rhythm, etc.) to such a degree where one doesn't have to think about it when performing, and is free to communicate something special to the audience- that is the ultimate goal for me.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
Last summer, I played in a masterclass for Yo-Yo Ma. This was a really big deal for me. His recording of the Bach Cello Suites was the first solo cello album I ever bought, and he was my first real musical hero. I learned a lot from him in that class, and it was a huge moment to have the opportunity to play for someone like him. In addition, I was recently awarded the Glenn L. and Frances Harris Prize at the Eastman School of Music for "outstanding work and accomplishment during his Eastman career". I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to go to Eastman and work with the incredible faculty there, so to have my work and progress recognized like this really means a lot.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
Yes, her name is Janice (Ching-Jung) Lee. I started studying with her when I was in middle school, and she not only helped me improve as a cellist, but fostered a passion for music inside of me that is still with me to this day. She inspired me to find my own voice on the cello, and play the music in a very personal way. Every time she would demonstrate in lessons, I would be so inspired by her playing and teaching and remember going home after every lesson super motivated to practice a lot and get better. I was so lucky to have her as my teacher.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
When I was in 5th grade, my elementary school had us try every instrument before we chose our classes for middle school. When I tried the cello, they couldn't get me to stop playing/trying it. I loved the sound so much. The lower strings had so much richness and warmth to them, and I had never been drawn to an instrument like this before. That day, I decided to sign up for my middle school orchestra program, and that love for the instrument has never left me.
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