My Journey
I believe that everyone has the potential to learn the cello, and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
I've always loved learning. My passion for learning and understanding how others learn has led to my career in teaching. I have been teaching private lessons since 2016. Over the years, I have discovered teaching cello helps me understand the instrument on a deeper level. I also enjoy getting to know people and building relationships. In addition to helping students nurture a love of music, I enjoy being a reliable adult mentor in their life and supporting them while they navigate middle and high school.
Cello wasn’t easy for me, I didn’t start until I was 14 so I remember what it’s like to learn the instrument. In fact, I still take lessons because I think there is always more to learn!
I aspire to help students grow their confidence in orchestra and solo playing by teaching technique, ear training, as well as coaching strong practice habits, and acting as a supportive mentor to young cellists throughout their years of learning.
Education
Bachelor of Music, Cello Performance
Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Music
Teacher Training in the Suzuki Method
Suzuki Association of the Americas Profile
Every Child Can! -- Studio of Beth Goldstein-McKee 2017
Cello Unit 1 -- Studio of Beth Goldstein-McKee 2017
Cello Unit 1 -- Cleveland Institute of Music 2021, Abbey Hansen
Cello Unit 2 -- Studio of Tanya L. Carey 2019
Cello Unit 3 -- University of North Florida 2022, Avi Friedlander
Cello Unit 4 -- Ithaca Suzuki Institute 2023, Nancy Hair
Cello Unit 7 — University of North Florida 2024, Avi Friedlander
Student Success:
Successful Auditions into Northern Ohio Youth Orchestra and Contemporary Youth Orchestra
Student Received NOYO Conductors Award -- Full Tuition Scholarship
Principal chairs for Northern Ohio Youth Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra and Sinfonietta Strings
Concerto Competition Winner for NOYO Sinfonietta Strings 2024
Successful Auditions in to High School Honors Orchestras
Students are regularly awarded 1 at OMEA Solo & Ensemble
Students sit principal cello at their school ensembles
Cello Scholarship up to $1000 awarded for tuition at St. Edwards, St. Josephs, and Padua Franciscan High School