Cello Lessons in Langley Park , MD

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Cello Organ Ukulele Recorder Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar

...I try to take the mystery out of whatever instrument I am teaching. I also give them the history of the instrument and why we should approach it in a particular manner. ... Read More

Instruments: Cello

...I like to start by using the Suzuki Method books. As the student progresses, I begin to introduce etudes, starting with Dotzauer. Other methods including Popper, Starker, Duport and Klengel will also be used as needed. ... Read More

Instruments: Cello

...My most important duty as a teacher is to help students connect with and enjoy the music, so I make a point of identifying any patterns and points of interest, and encourage them to express themselves freely while respecting the composers' intentions.... Read More

Instruments: Cello

...However, sometime little bitter reality is also needed. With a good combination of both, I lead my students to set their realistic goals and help them achieve them.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello Drums Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

...In addition to mainstage festival appearances all over the country, I have been lucky enough to teach clinics and master classes in percussion at top conservatories and universities such as Oberlin College & Georgetown University, as well as workshops in high schools, middle schools, & elementary schools all over the US.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello Double Bass Keyboard

...For me a typical practice session starts out with slow scales played with drones (a constant note sounding underneath for comparing intonation) so that I can focus on listening and relax my body.... Read More