Online Classical Cello Lessons with a Vienna-Based Professional Cellist

From 44 £ /h

I am a professional cellist based in Vienna, Austria, currently active as a soloist and chamber musician. I offer individual online cello lessons in English, German, Italian and Japanese. I studied at a National Conservatory of Music in Italy with a full scholarship from the Italian government, and subsequently continued my studies at the Music Conservatory of Vienna. My professional experience includes working with the Vienna Symphony Orchestra as well as performing in opera productions.
Today, I work actively as a soloist and chamber musician in Vienna and internationally. My experience as a performing musician allows me to bring practical knowledge of professional music-making, performance preparation and stage experience directly into my teaching.
Lessons can be adapted to your needs. We can work on classical cello repertoire, technique, preparation for performances or auditions, or simply on developing a more beautiful and expressive sound. If you are not sure which level or type of lesson is right for you, you are welcome to contact me and tell me about your experience and goals.

Extra information

I maintain a YouTube channel where I regularly share performances and recordings of my current musical work. The channel includes substantial performances and concert recordings rather than short promotional clips, with repertoire such as the Dvořák Cello Concerto, Bach Cello Suites, chamber music and other classical works, as well as some of my singing performances. I consider this channel a kind of open performance portfolio, allowing students to get a genuine impression of my playing and musical approach before taking a lesson.

Location

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Around Vienna, Austria

At teacher's location :

Krottenbachstraße, Vienna, Austria

Online from Austria

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

Japanese

German

Skills

Cello

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New York

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Ana

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Hi there,

I am a graduate, award-winning cello soloist and music educator specializing in working with children. I have been a professor at the Richard Wagner Conservatory in Vienna since 2020 and I have been running my cello studio (live & online) since 2003.

With me you have unique opportunities to learn quickly and efficiently with fun. Take your game to a new level: learn to play your favorite pieces, learn about modern game techniques, be inspired, motivated and confident.

Everyone who wants to learn to play the cello is very welcome: children (from 4 years), beginners (children and adults), students (preparation for entrance exams, competitions), advanced...

My focus: classical, modern music, improvisation, individual learning plans

Nice to meet you!

Mislav

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Hi fellow cellist,

You have chosen to play the most wonderful instrument there is. I have been playing the cello for almost two decades and I can tell you it is a beautiful and rewarding journey, and I would not be where I am today without a group of extraordinary teachers and mentors that have been with me along the way and shared their wisdom and experience with me. Now it is my turn to share. I have been teaching for a few years and I love watching my students develop, enjoy the cello, learn new things, and become better at expressing themselves in the universal language of music. Whether you are a complete beginner or an intermediate/advanced level player, I would be happy to offer my guidance and perspective on anything you want to work on and improve. Aside from the technical part of the playing process, I can also be helpful in talking about performance anxiety, specifics of the music major education, preparation for auditions, building up your social media, etc. Contact me to set a lesson using the form below and I look forward to meeting you!

Studio Policy
This policy is in place to protect the student, the parent of the student, and the teacher and serves to ensure that lessons run smoothly.

Lessons/Payment:
Students may enroll in lessons at any time. Lessons will take place at the teacher’s studio in Vienna, Austria. Online lessons are facilitated using Skype/Facetime/Zoom.
Tuition is paid monthly and is calculated by multiplying the lesson rate by 4 weeks (3 or 5 weeks for certain months). Additional lessons are allowed based on the teacher’s availability. If I am traveling for a big portion of the month, I will let you know in advance, so that the tuition for that month is multiplied by the number of weeks I will be at home.
Single lessons in the form of a consultation or master class are available if you are not ready to commit to a monthly package.
If you have special circumstances that prevent you from taking weekly lessons or traveling to my studio, please contact me directly and I will do my best to accommodate your situation.
Tuition is to be paid at least 24 hours in advance of the first lesson of each month. Tuition is payable through Apprentus. For the consultation/single lesson, a one-time lesson fee is to be paid at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled lesson. Your timely payment serves as a confirmation of our time agreement. If I do not hear from you nor get the payment at least 24 hours before the lesson, I reserve the right to reschedule and/or cancel the scheduled lesson.

Tardiness:
The student will contact the teacher by phone if they expect to be late for a scheduled lesson. If a student arrives after their scheduled lesson time has begun, the teacher will complete the lesson in the remaining portion of the time slot. Additional time for student tardiness is not guaranteed.
If the teacher arrives after a scheduled lesson has begun, the teacher will give additional time past the time slot to compensate for their tardiness with mutual acceptance of the student’s schedule.

Rescheduling/Cancellations:
Students must cancel/reschedule lessons by phone or email with at least 24-hour notice. Cancellations are considered excused for illness, family emergency, or severe weather (public school closures). Excused cancellations with sufficient notification will be given a make-up lesson within the month or lesson credit towards the following month. No-shows, cancellations without sufficient notification, or unexcused cancellations will not be given make-up lessons or lesson credits.
The teacher may need to cancel a lesson due to illness or a family emergency and/or reschedule due to performance engagements or planned vacations. In this case, the teacher will provide a make-up lesson within the month or apply a lesson credit towards the following month. If desired, the make-up lesson can also be taken online via Skype.
If a student cancels a re-scheduled make-up lesson, the lesson will be considered forfeited. Make-up lessons are not guaranteed and are subject to availability. If a make-up lesson is not possible, a lesson credit will be applied toward the following month.

Copyright/class recordings:
Lessons and seminars are considered intellectual property and may not be recorded (audio or video). The teacher is legally protected in case of a breach of this agreement.
The teacher is entitled to immediate termination of the lesson/package without a refund if this rule is broken.
The teacher is entitled to legal action in case of copyright infringement.
Parental Involvement for younger students:
I do not teach children below the age of 10 via Skype as they require hands-on work to form correct playing habits and posture.
Students 10 years and younger must have a parent or guardian present at the lesson. The parent will take notes and act as the student’s “home teacher”. Parental involvement is welcomed and strongly encouraged for all students, but not required for students 10 years and older.

Constantin

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The lessons are mainly aimed at talented young cellists who are interested in taking their cello playing to a new and higher level. In the lesson, the student is taught technical skills, efficient practice, mental strength and enjoyment of the instrument using theoretical and practical examples.

Felix

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My name is Felix, I am a student at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, and I come from a family of music teachers. I am a creative musician and composer and would like to bring you closer to the joy of making music. Lessons are adapted to the student's wishes and abilities, with creativity and fun always being the focus.

-Cello lessons: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

-Piano lessons: beginners, intermediate

Melchior

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I am a professional cellist from France and I give private lessons at Berggasse (1090) or at your home.
I can teach in French, German, English and all levels from beginner to entrance exam/competition.
I performed in the Musikverein, Konzerthaus, ORF, Grafenegg etc..
Best regards,
Melchior

Zhiyu

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I completed my bachelor's degree at the Berlin University of the Arts and am now studying cello at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. I have 16 years of experience with the cello.
I am a prize winner at many international competitions.
I would like to share with you how to understand well with this beautiful instrument and my thoughts in the musical world!

Wolfgang

5.0

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"You really enjoy playing the cello" (OK, a new student)

i love to teach.
I have given countless courses and master classes: from Moscow at the Tchaikovsky Conservatory to Helsinki, from Tokyo to Los Angeles, from Warsaw to Cheng Dou.
I had a guest professorship in Korea.

Every human is unique.
In my lessons, I try to use my wealth of experience to convey the joy of music, but also the necessary knowledge to master the instrument.

Andrea

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I am an Italian pianist, I graduated at F. Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest. I offer piano accompaniment to instrumentalists and singers. Being Italian my native language, I may support singers with pronunciation for the Italian Opera repertoire. Aside having a large experience in accompanying vocalists, I have an extensive background in chamber music, I have performed several times in Duo, Trio, Quintet, and I have accompanied string players for auditions, competitions and masterclasses in many different occasions. Rehearsals may take place in English, French or Italian language (basic German).

Anna

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Do you love the beautiful sound of the cello, would you like to play your favorite song or piece or join an ensemble or orchestra? I offer individually designed cello lessons for music lovers of all ages. My location is Vienna Ottakring/Hernals.
Entry is possible at any time, appointments are made very flexibly.

I bring with me an artistic and pedagogical education at the music universities in Graz and Vienna, as well as many years of professional experience and enthusiasm for music and cello!

I look forward to a message from you!

Theresa

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Hello! My name is Theresa and I am a cellist from Vienna. I've been playing the cello for over 16 years and am currently studying here at the mdw.
My lessons are aimed at all ages and levels, so I try to adapt to the wishes and goals of my students individually. I would also be happy to arrange a free first hour to get to know each other.
If you have any further questions, just write to me - I look forward to it!

Aleksander

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Alexander
cello
Born in Austria into a musical family, Aleksander (19) began playing the cello alongside his mother, Eva principal solo-cellist at the Carinthia Symphony Orchestra, at the age of 5. He is winner of national and international music festivals. Aleksander was acclaimed “an exceptional, outstanding talented young musician of his generation” by “Fidelio” Hungary’s leading music journal. Aleksander currently attends the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna, Austria. A pupil of István Várddi's master classes for diploma studies.
Aleksander is the winner of the 'Classic Pure Vienna International Competition' in 2018 and the special prize holder for the 'Best Vienna Classics Presentation' (Vienna, Austria) as well as the Golden Medalist of the 4th Manhattan International Music Competition (New York, UNITED STATES). He received 1st place at the international “Petar Konjovic” competition in Belgrade (Serbia), 3rd place at the international “Antonio Janigro” competition in Porec (Croatia), 1st place at the 'Landeskampf Jugend Musiziert Nord- und Ost Europa' in Copenhagen (Denmark), 4 times 1st places in solo and chamber categories at the all-nation music competition 'Prima La Musica' in Austria and he was finalist of the Virtuosos Music Competition and Talent Show in Hungary, he is winner of the 6th Augustin Aponte international music competition 2021 in Spain, where he also got the special award for the 'Best performance'. Aleksander also won several online music competitions during the Corona Pandemic.
Holder of the most prestigious special award of the Hungarian TV and Radio Broadcasting Association from 2017, Aleksander has recently played with the Hungarian State Opera Orchestra, the Hungarian Philharmonic Orchestra, the Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra, the Klagenfurt Symphonic Orchestra , the Budapesti Vonosok Chamber Orchestra , the Danube Philharmonic Orchestra, the St. Istvan Symphonic Orchestra, the St. Kanzian Wind Orchestra and performed in concert-series 'Stars of tomorrow' and 'Castle Classics' in Austria.
He gave his debut in June 2019 alongside opera singer Andrea Rost at the Harvard Law School Associations European Summit in Budapest, Hungary. Recent and forthcoming performances include appearances at the Presidential Palace of Hungary, at the Palace of Europe in Strasbourg (France), the Kaposvar Chamber Music Festival (Hungary), at the Cziffra Festival, at the Szokolay InspirArt Festival, at the Budapest Formula 1 Opening Ceremony, at the Concert Hall of the Hungarian National Radio, a solo recital at the Klagenfurt Concert Hall, at the BMC Music-Center in Hungary, at the Liszt Ferenc Academy in Hungary, at the Basilica in Budapest, at the BRG Viktring Freskensaal, at the Warmbaderhof Villach, at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, a recital at the Consulate General of Hungary and also at the Consulate General of Bulgaria in New York and countless concert performances in Europe.

In February 2020 he made his debut, with just 16 years, at the famous Carnegie Hall in New York. He got a standing ovation and a wonderful critic in the newspaper. Since then he played many concerts all over the world. His next concerts will take place in Austria, Bulgaria, Hungary and Serbia.

Marcel

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For beginners (in every age group) to show the beauties of playing the cello, for advanced players - tips and tricks, equally useful practice methods, preparation for auditions, and for problems - finding common solutions.
Flexible lesson times.

Music theory - ear training and also musical composition.

Anna

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Discover the diversity of the cello: Individual lessons for musical development
Have you always wanted to try out playing the cello, would you like to start again after a long break or are you simply looking for a nice break and a new hobby?
In my student-centered cello lessons, we explore the diversity of music together - be it classical, pop or jazz. With tailor-made exercises and creative approaches, we develop your cello playing and explore fascinating worlds of sound.

Solid technique is particularly important to me as a basis for free and expressive playing. We develop practical exercise routines that fit into your everyday life and help you to continuously improve, playfully and without any pressure.

The focus is on making music together and exploring sounds. Regardless of your playing level, age and life situation, I will warmly accompany you on your musical journey, promote your passion for the cello and look forward to many hours of music together!