Private Cello Lessons - teaching cello to all ages and levels

From 48 £ /h

My name is Laura I’m a professional cellist from London, England and have lived in Germany for 4 years.

I believe that learning the cello or any form of music, at any age or level should lead to a positive addition to your life. I teach beginners (any age) to intermediates to advanced students who might be looking to peruse to instrument as a professional career. I am happy to discuss needs or requests of the students or if they have certain goals they would like to prepare for in mind!

Extra information

Must already have cello.

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Around Berlin, Germany

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About Me

British cellist Laura MacDonald, is currently based in Germany enjoying a varied musical career. A passionate chamber musician, she has performed throughout Europe at venues including Wigmore Hall, NDR Kleine Saal, Kings Place.

She attends festivals including IMS Prussia Cove Masterclass and Open Chamber Music, Heidelberger Frühling, Jeunesses Musicales, Maiastra Chamber Music, Whittington Festival. She also performs with ensembles in Europe including Stegreif Orchestra, O Modernt and Das Neu Ensemble. Laura is a founding member of Mad Song, contemporary classical music ensemble based in London. They perform regularly around the UK, and have also in Germany as part of the Ensemble Modern Ensembles Academy. They have recently recorded their debut album which will be released in the upcoming season. She also is a member of Trio Claudel, piano trio based in Salzburg. They have recently joined the MeritaCubed artists platform and in 2025 received the Mozarteum Ensemble
Stipendium which supported their concert and outreach tour to Brazil.

From August 2024-2026 she was a member of the Kurt Masur Academy of the Dresdner Philharmonie, and has also performed with orchestras CBSO, BBC National Orchestra of Wales and English Chamber Orchestra.

Laura studied at the Royal Academy of Music London, receiving the Regency Award upon graduation, and Guildhall School, before continuing her studies at the Hannover Hochschule für Musik.

Education

Royal academy of music - BA 1st class honours
Guildhall School of Music - Masters honours
Hannover Hochschule für Musik - Masters
Dresden Hoschule für Musik Orchester masters

Experience / Qualifications

-private cello teaching and chamber music coaching teaching since 2019
-primary school cello teacher London,2021/2022
-pastoral staff National Children’s Orchestra GB 2017-2020

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

German

Skills

Cello

Children's music

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Hi my name is Anne.

I play the violin and the viola and I have studied at the conservatory at ArtEZ Jazz & Pop.

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Students of all ages and categories are welcome in my lesson.
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Being able to play an instrument is an enrichment for everyone!

I would be happy to meet you.

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Cello lessons for all ages, levels, and styles.
No previous knowledge of music is required.

In my lessons, I offer you a pleasant and effective way to connect your body and mind with the cello. You'll quickly learn how to resolve a difficult passage, identify the cause of a problem, clarify questions about music theory, and integrate all of this into your playing with a sense of physical ease—so that you feel comfortable and can enjoy the music you create.

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And if you already have experience, my lessons will serve as a deepening experience and help you incorporate new elements into your playing that will make making music easier.

It's a great joy for me to accompany each of my students on their journey of learning this wonderful instrument. I give my best in every moment and approach each student individually – up to the level you wish to achieve.

✨ I look forward to getting to know you and starting this musical journey together!

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My lessons are welcome for Cellists at all level, beginners, advanced, music students in need to prepare for exams. I am trained with methods such as Suzuki- I as well started myself learning Cello with Suzuki!

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Emir

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Carla

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Lessons for all ages and levels. Flowing and entertaining courses. Flexible schedule. Online or in-person instruction.

Flexible lessons. Starting at 1 hour in advance per session.

Contact me and we’ll plan your first class!

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Happy to teach you soon!

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🎻 What I Teach & How

Fundamental technique & musicality — proper posture, bowing, intonation, phrasing

Classical & contemporary repertoire — from Bach to modern works

Improvisation, composition & creative exploration — help you develop your own voice

Electric / effects / extended cello techniques — looping, pedals, sound design

Voice + cello integration, recording & performance coaching

Stage presence & confidence building — preparing for recitals, studio work, or collaborative projects

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* Beginners, children or adults
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For me, music is not a theory, but a language that one lives.
Music should be learned and treated like a language.

Listening, reading (music), writing and playing.
The goal is for you to eventually "speak" music naturally, without thinking too much.

Feel free to write to me if you want to know more about my teaching or how I teach music like a second language.

Other programs (feel free to ask for details at any time – I'll send you all the information):

• Program for musical culture and listening comprehension for children and adult artists
• Program: Piano lessons and music reading for all age groups
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Karam
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