Welcome to the online presence of the Cleveland Cello School. This is a resource for students and parents for any information needed regarding lessons and policies.

The Cleveland Cello School program is focused on providing students of all ages with the structure and guidance needed to develop as musicians and people. My approach to teaching is based on my own experience as a young Suzuki student, Suzuki pedagogy lessons with Tanya Carey, study at the University of Michigan and New England Conservatory with Erling Blondal Bengtsson, Laurence Lesser and Colin Carr, and years of insight gleaned from observing and collaborating with colleagues.

My goal as a teacher is to help students develop a strong sense of character and discipline, fine tune problem- solving skills, and strengthen their ability to communicate and express themselves through music.

The primary components in working toward this goal are weekly private lessons, weekly group classes, and daily individual time with the instrument.

Consistency and the existence of a nurturing environment are two of the most important ingredients to learning and are a primary focus with students and parents.