Emma | Teacher #3149
About Emma
Emma is a dedicated cello teacher with a rich educational background, including a Bachelor of Music from the Bard College Conservatory of Music, an Artist's Diploma from the Glenn Gould School, and Master and Graduate Diploma in Cello Performance from McGill University. Currently pursuing her Doctorate at the University of Toronto, she has taught a wide range of students, from advanced string players to those in developing countries. Fluent in English, Emma offers lessons exclusively online. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that music is a universal language capable of reaching anyone, regardless of background. Discover the enriching experience of learning cello with Emma online.
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Teaching Philosophy
I had the great fortune to grow up surrounded by music, and as the daughter of two music educators, I know the impact that music education can have on any student, no matter their age or learning style. I have taught in many different situations and at all levels, from advanced string players in pre-college programs to students in developing countries and inner-city schools, and the best lesson I have learned that influences my teaching philosophy is that music is a universal language that can reach any person regardless of their background or life experiences. I believe that anyone can be a musician and that fostering the innate musicality in each person can help that musicality to flourish into something that is enriching, engaging, and beneficial to all areas of a person's life. As the great Italian composer Gioachinno Rossini once said "The language of music is common to all generations and nations; it is understood by everybody, since it is understood with the heart." Or, put another way by Bono of the band U2, "Music can change the world because it can change people." I couldn't have said it better myself!
Musical Education
I began studying the cello at the age of nine and attended the Manhattan School of Music Pre-College Program in New York City and the New York Youth Symphony Programs from the ages of 12 to 18. I went on to receive my Bachelor of Music degree in Cello Performance from the Bard College Conservatory of Music, my Artist's Diploma in Cello from the Glenn Gould School of the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, as well as my Master of Music and Graduate Diploma in Cello Performance from McGill University in Montreal. In 2025, I received my Doctor of Musical Arts in Cello Performance at the University of Toronto. In all of these schools I took additional classes specifically centered on string pedagogy, music education for children, and music education technique.
Special Skills and Trainings
As the child of parents who are musicians, I was always surrounded by music in the home and was encouraged to pursue my musical interests. This led to many wonderful opportunities to learn from amazing professionals and have incredible experiences through music around the world. I have attended over two dozen music festivals in the United States, Canada, and abroad; some highlights include the Toronto Summer Music Festival, the Heifetz Institute, the Banff Centre Masterclasses, the Centre d'Arts Orford Piano Trio and Contemporary Music Seminars, the Domaine Forget de Charlevoix Chamber Music Academy, the Tafelmusik Baroque Summer Institute, and the Oxford Cello School in Oxford, England. As an educator, I have also had the amazing opportunity to be a mentor at the Connectt Youth Music Alliance and Orchestral Conference in Trinidad and Tobago, providing teaching and mentorship to the country's high school and university music students. During my time at the Glenn Gould School, I was a chamber music coach for the Phil and Eli Taylor Performance Academy for Young Artists, and I have also taught for the Orchestra of St. Luke's Youth Orchestra and Music Education program, providing lessons to students in New York City's inner city schools who otherwise could not afford or have access to music education. These experiences have allowed me to become comfortable in any teaching situation, no matter where it may be!
Lessons on an online platform
Emma can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.Reviews
Associate Teacher Lesson Rates:
Emma is a Beethoven at Home Associate Teacher
- 30 minutes: $39
- 45 minutes: $49
- 60 minutes: $59
Home visit fee: $15 minimum fee. Teachers may negotiate a higher travel fee if the travel distance is longer than they are comfortable with. Most arrangements use the minimum fee.
One-Time Family Registration: $25. This covers your entire family for life - once you're in, everyone can take lessons!
Our Promise to You
Getting Started Together
We don't offer free trials, but we do something better - a relaxed 2-lesson getting-to-know-you period. You can pause anytime with just 24 hours notice. After your third lesson, we ask for a friendly 2-lesson heads up if you need to stop.
Life Happens - We Get It
Give us 24 hours notice for any cancellation or reschedule and you'll receive full credit. Planning a family vacation or summer break? Perfect - just let us know a day ahead and we'll pause your lessons.
When You're Under the Weather
If illness strikes with short notice (less than 24 hours), you'll still be charged since your teacher has reserved that time. However, most teachers are happy to offer makeup lessons when possible - they have the final say, especially if last-minute cancellations become a pattern.
Stopping Lessons
Need to take a break? We just ask for a 2-lesson notice:
Weekly lessons = 2 weeks notice
Every other week = 3 weeks notice
Twice weekly = 1 week notice
Summer breaks are different - no notice period needed when you return in the fall!
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