Cello Lessons in Newton, MA

Instruments: Cello

As I am certified in Suzuki Book 1, I start students with Suzuki books and methods, while also supplementing with other materials and incorporating any extra music/activities a student might be excited about! With students who have already started, I will often still refer to the Suzuki materials, but I will pull more from other books and repertoire. I am very flexible in strategy and method based on where the student is at and where they want to go, no matter their age. Read More

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: 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

Instruments: Piano Guitar Cello Bass Guitar

Depending on the level of the student and what they are looking to achieve through the lessons I would use a few different methods. I like to use guitar books if at all possible for beginners because its a great place to start. The fundamentals are where you have to start to build a scaffolding and practice books are great for doing this. I also like to use songs and tunes as a way of teaching different concepts. Read More

Instruments: Violin Cello Viola

When i teach a student who is just starting on a string instrument and has never played before i usually start them with the Suzuki books and cds. I find having a cd or recording to listen to and play along with is a great help. Other books i use with beginners in addition to the Suzuki books that have recordings too are Solos For Young Violinists, solos for young violists, and Fiddle Sessions by Charlie Hall, and Bela Bartok's 44 violin duets. Read More

Instruments: Cello

My teaching philosophy is to inspire in my students a love and passion for discovering the musical possibilities of the cello, and providing engaging and enjoyable instruction with continuous support and encouragement is one of the primary ways I hope to achieve this. When I begin working with a student for the first time, I discuss with them to figure out their needs and requests, and we work together to set consistent goals that they can be proud of achieving, motivating them to continue learning and progressing. Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello

I strive to cultivate in all my students a lasting love for the art of music in whatever form it manifests in them. Finding what about the instrument is inspiring to the student is paramount to keeping both of us engaged in the process. As a teacher I challenge my students to explore the joy of making music with their instrument and to chase that which cultivates joy in their playing. Read More