Learn from Great Cello Teachers

I have been teaching since 2006 and run an in-person lesson studio in Charlottesville, VA called Redbird Cello Studio, who purpose is to build a community of cellists who support each other and connect through the shared experience of learning and playing the cello. I teach students aged 5 and up, with my current youngest at 6 and oldest at 78.

Professional touring chamber musician and soloist, teaching cello to all levels, and fundamentals such as aural and music theory. Ingrid Kosaka was selected as a featured soloist for the NZSO Young Soloists Showcase at just 15, performing with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.

Hey there, I'm Graydon! I am a former School for Strings and Special Music School student, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra musician, Principal Cellist, and 3-time All-State orchestra musician. I help middle and high school musicians get a grasp on music theory, prepare for orchestra auditions and current repertoire.

I am a professional Brazilian cellist, multi-instrumentalist, and music creator working across classical, contemporary, and popular music. My artistic practice moves between concert performance, improvisation, composition, and interdisciplinary collaboration, exploring the cello as both a traditional and experimental instrument.

Born into a family of musicians in 2002, cellist Danielle Akta made her solo debut at age eleven with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, quickly garnering international attention. She has since performed in leading venues worldwide, including Carnegie Hall, Chicago Symphony Hall, the Barbican Centre, Teatro Colón, and the Boulez Saal.

Teaching is a pleasure to me because I know the difference it can make in people's lives. I’m a dedicated teacher and always strive to make the learning process accessible and enjoyable, fully adapted to each student’s goals. I earned my degrees from UEMG in Brazil, Pennsylvania State University, and the University of Miami.

Hi! I'm Jade, a cellist currently working towards a Bachelor of Music from Oberlin Conservatory. I have held principal & assistant principal positions at the Grammy-winning New York Youth Symphony, Manhattan School of Music Precollege, and Boston University Tanglewood Institute.

Born in Geneva, Switzerland, cellist Gabriel Esteban grew up in a musical family. He studied with François Guye at the Geneva Conservatory and with Clemens Hagen and Giovanni Gnocchi at the Mozarteum University of Salzburg. He also received precious advice from cellists such as Christophe Coin, Marc Coppey, Enrico Dindo, David Geringas, Thomas Grossenbacher, Frans Helmerson, Gary…

I am a professional musician and teacher with an international background. I hold two degrees in cello and a degree in classical vocal performance. I have performed in orchestras, as a soloist and chamber musician, and I have several years of teaching experience with students of different ages and levels.

Ethan has been an active musician over the past 13 years. He is an Award-Winning Cellist, Music Educator, and a Multi-Instrumentalist. Additionally, he performs in classical and jazz styles on various instruments like the Piano, Bass, and Tuba/Sousaphone.