Friendly and engaged tutor

Quite pleased with the first two lessons from John for my sixth grade daughter, who is just starting trying to get more instruction than is available at school in her second year with the cello. He is very engaged with her and patient and clear in his instruction, and she has enjoyed the first few lessons.

Mikeal, 11 lessons with John

Excellent and Knowledgeable

John has excellent communication. He is prompt and professional, and easy to get in touch with. The lesson was wonderful. I would highly recommend John as a cello teacher for any student.

Sarah, 1 lesson with John

Professional and patient teacher

John was prepared for our first lesson. He shared materials electronically that I needed to see on order to participate in the lesson. We discussed the different parts of the cello and he taught me how the different notes on each string. We went over plucking and bowing several scales and even played some songs. He also answered many questions that I had about playing cello in general. It was a very productive lesson.

Clay, 1 lesson with John

Great beginner lesson!

John taught me the parts of the cello, the strings, and a basic 4 notes on each string by finger plucking the strings. Then he showed me how to hold and use the bow. I think he's great for anyone who has used a few instruments before and is familiar with notes on stringed instruments and sounds inn general. If you are a complete music novice this lesson would have been a little too advanced. But I'm sure if you tell him you need to start at the very fundamentals he would be happy to oblige.

Kellie, 1 lesson with John

Tutor responded:

I really enjoyed working with Kellie! It was great to help her to get her cello completely in tune and prepared for future cello playing!

Encouraging and patient tutor!

John helped my son practice his cello assignment this week and he is really good at encouraging my son and helping him slow down and get everything right. He is patient and he listens to our concerns about the areas needing improvement. He also accommodated a last minute change request. Very good experience. Thank you John.

Peggy, 2 lessons with John