Private Online or in Person Cello Lessons

Jean Bresse, Cello Teacher

Tania Cheng, Violin & Piano, violin teacher

Jean began cello lessons at age 7 at the Quebec Conservatory of Music in Chicoutimi, where he obtained an Advanced Study Diploma. At the University of Toronto under the tutelage of Vladimir Orloff, Jean had masterclasses with Walter Joachim, Pierre Fournier, Johanne Perron, and Denis Brott. Jean participated in summer sessions of the National Youth Orchestra from 1982 to 1986 and the World Youth Orchestra in 1988. As a Canada Arts Council recipient, he also studied chamber music at the Banff Centre for the Arts.

To book an assessment or a trial lesson call: 905-479-0591

Cello Lessons

$30 per half hour for private cello lessons.

The Cello

Everyone loves the deep, resonant sound of the cello! Both Peter and I played the cello and enjoyed playing in orchestra.

Like a violin or guitar, the cello comes in a variety of small sizes to accommodate young children. And like a guitar or violin, it is imperative that the teacher fit the instrument to the child’s physical capabilities. Cindy owns all child-size instruments and will bring them to the first lessons to get started and advise appropriate rental venues.

For optimal results, I strongly recommend parents attend first lessons, to monitor and support progress through this initial phase. There is no point for teachers or parents to rush “to the song,” allowing bad habits to become ingrained and hard to correct. Once a student is comfortable and fluent in these tasks, they are ready to begin bowing on open strings and playing simple exercises and songs. It takes patience and a long-term view to become another Yo-Yo Ma

- Lynn Ware

Beginning Cello Student witn Friends

Advanced Cello Student in Recital

Cello Practice

Like all string instruments, children benefit from parents who approach practicing seriously. While it is easy for parents to claim that “they just want the child to enjoy it for fun”, string instruments require a strict adhesion and dedication to building fundamental techniques. We encouraged parents to sit in the lessons to support the weekly goals and become a surrogate teacher during the week.

- Lynn Ware