Cello Lessons Iowa

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Cello

It's my goal to have every student progress throughout the year. Every student learns at different rates, so I teach based on that. I will explain concepts using different techniques until it clicks for a student. Asking questions is also a huge part of the way I teach. Not only does it help solidify concepts, but allows the student to tell me what they know and what they have learned so far. Read More

Instruments: Cello

Younger/beginner students will interact with Hal Leonard's Essential Elements and some basic Suzuki training. Intermediate to advanced players will be assigned repertory that is a balance of healthy and challenging based on their strengths and weaknesses. All levels of students will interact with Jensen/Chung's CelloMind, scales, and other fundamental technical exercises. Depending on the context, all students will interact with music theory concepts and music history. Some light physics will also be integrated (don't be scared of it!). Read More

Instruments: Piano, Cello

I've been studying cello for 16 years and have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from Drake University. I am also on the substitute list in the Des Moines Symphony cello section as well as the Sioux City Symphony cello section. I enjoy teaching cello lessons because I can help students become better while also giving them a greater appreciation of music. In addition to this I enjoy how music can be interpreted different ways and I can teach the basics while also helping students create their own interpretations to music. Read More