Cello Lessons in Davis, CA

Instruments: Piano Cello

...I am a strong believer of traditional teaching methods, however, I have learn that we all learn in different ways, so I let my students discover music by teaching them how to relate to the piano first, after they become familiar with the instrument by playing easy but wonderful melodies I start with the process of teaching music notation, scales, chords, analyzing songs, music history, exercises.I teach all ages, I am very patient and supportive, never pushy but firm with my students goals. ... Read More

Matthew G

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Music Keyboard

...I am a teacher and musician who loves music and sharing that passion with my students.  While living in Hawaii as a child, I was taught in the Suzuki tradition of sightreading and memorization.  Later, when I developed a love for jazz music, I began learning by ear, transcribing, and improvising.  While living in Sevilla, Spain in 2008, my flamenco lessons consisted of one on one instruction without the use of a single sheet of music.  This diverse background has taught me the values of each teaching style, as well as the fact that they can be adapted to meet both the style of music and the needs of the student being taught. ...