Cello Lessons in Franklin, MA

Instruments: Cello

I believe a major key to success in learning music is finding the methods and concepts that click for you. There are infinite ways to think of a phrase or harmonic relationships and I work to learn which connections make sense to you. One major takeaway from my own education has been how to listen to my playing objectively and free of self-judgement. I constantly encourage my students to develop a similar mindset, since I see self-encouragement as much more important than encouragement from a teacher or an audience. Read More

Instruments: Cello

For beginning students I start with the Suzuki cello books, and teach books 1 to 5. I reinforce the Suzuki with pop/ non-classical songs, depending on the student's interest. After Suzuki 5, which is well into the intermediate level, I introduce individual works (small concerto's, sonatas, etc.) and cater them towards the student's ability and interest. For younger or beginner students, I reinforce the Suzuki books with sight-reading, and as they progress, I add in etude studies.  Read More

Instruments: Cello

My teaching experience began after I received Master of Music Education degree. I taught numerous students since then. I have exceptional experience in teaching little children learning their first instruments to upper grade students who are serious about studying music in college. Some of my students continued to study cello and became professional players themselves. For the beginner students I emphasize mastering the basics, so that they can have the good foundation to grow on. Read More

Instruments: Cello

 This text can be found on IMSLP.  When using this text, I like to have a dialogue with my student regarding the ideas in order to sort through any confusion or comfort problems so that we can begin refining the priniciples this text lays down from beginner to virtuoso cellist.   Advanced to Very Advanced/ Adult Etudes: -Popper High School for Cello Playing -Piatti 12 Caprices for Cello -Various Virtuoso Repertoire -Scales in universal fingering Read More

Instruments: Cello

Teaching should never revolve around the notion that "perfection" is the ultimate" goal. This way of thinking not only provides my students with a false sense of hope, but more importantly is simply unattainable. In the modern age of playing, too often do I feel students losing sight of what is most important: the music. While good intonation and rhythm are certainly important, what I hope to instill in each of my students is a level of understanding far beyond learning the "notes" on the page. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola Music Keyboard

I began teaching Piano and Violin at the age of 15 to people between the ages of 4 to 65. This eventually moved on to classroom settings for strings and Chorus. One thing Ive learned from all this time is that people want to be able to actually PLAY and have FUN. Music Theory and the Fundamentals are are important but the engagement and the motivation to maintain consistent work over the course of our time together! Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello

*Performance Experience: Solo Graduation recital at NEC Brown hall, 2019 Solo recital in Taipei Taiwan, 2018 Solo recital in Taipei Taiwan, 2017 New England Conservatory Chamber Gala concert at Jordan Hall, 2017 Agitato Trio performances, 2016-17 NEC Prep School Youth Philharmonic at Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavk, 2015 NEC Prep School Youth Philharmonic at Hallgrmskirkja in Reykjavk, 2015 NEC Prep School Youth Philharmonic at Vi Djpi Festival in safjrur, 2015 NEC Prep School Youth Philharmonic at Hof Cultural Center in Akureyri, 2015 Chamber Performances at Vianden Castle, 2013 *Working experience: New England Conservatory Prep School Chamber Coach, 2019-20 New England Conservatory Prep School Sub Cellist, 2019-20 Seed Music and Art Center Piano teacher, 2019- 20 Seed Music and Art Center Cello teacher. 2019- 20 Boston Philharmonic Orchestra Teaching Assistant. 2020 Foundation for Chinese performing Arts music camp at Walnut Hill as a TA, 2019 Foundation for Chinese performing Arts music camp at Walnut Hill as a TA, 2018 Foundation for Chinese performing Arts music camp at Walnut Hill as a TA, 2017 Read More