Cello Lessons in Geneva, FL

Instruments: Cello

I do this by making sure common tension points are relaxed and not overstressed especially after long playing sessions. The milestones in cello pedagogy are much more linear than people tend to believe; what many students struggle with the most are issues that are self inflicted. Tense shoulders and hands, incorrect cello placement, and breath holding are just a few of the problems many cellists struggle with as they advance as a musician. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Cello

It is my desire to see students reach their goals by giving them a solid technical base upon which they can build their personal sound! I find that once the basics are down, it is so much fun to start to incorporate the student's specific desires (wanting to learn classical or pop). THAT is what makes practice so much fun. When you are passionate about what you are doing, you can't help but pick up your instrument and practice! Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Flute Drums Bass Guitar Organ Synthesizer Harmonica Fiddle Latin Percussion

I have been teaching guitar and piano to many different students. I love to teach and I think that it is one of the most wonderful things in life. I have been playing in shows since 1999, performing styles from classical music to blues, jazz and rock. I love to play and record live. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola

Teaching music is much different than any other subject that is offered especially private lessons. My goal is to help every one of my students find passion in not only music but their lives! Every student gets their own goals and individualized lesson plans with a scope and sequence crafted specifically to help attack what they require the most instruction on. This way each student has realistic goals and milestones that pushes their abilities but is still achievable. Read More

Instruments: Cello

My teaching experience dates back to my college days. I received my first teaching certificate in 1991 and worked in a Professional Music school for many years. Throughout my professional career, I always had students who would come to my performances and have the privilege of learning and sitting next to me on a professional stage. I've found that a combination of classical and modern music can go a long way in helping students enjoy the cello and motivate them to practice and continue to learn. Read More

Instruments: Violin Cello Viola

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing that musical spark ingnited in a student. Every student has different interests and different learning styles. Therefore, I make it my number one priority to accomodate the student's learning needs. Each lesson, we will set small attainable goals that can be achieved each week in order to help fuel a student's desire to progress and continue practicing. Read More