Gabriella | Teacher #2727
About Gabriella
Gabriella is a dedicated cello teacher offering lessons online, catering to students of all ages, from beginners to advanced. She holds a Master's degree in cello performance and is currently pursuing further studies at the University of Manitoba. Gabriella brings a wealth of experience and a deep love for teaching, having served as a faculty member at various music festivals in South America. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes enjoyment and the expressive power of music, aiming to inspire students through engaging and dynamic instruction. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, Gabriella provides a multicultural learning environment. She specializes in cello, music theory, and solfege. Book an interview with Gabriella for an enriching musical education experience online.
Cello Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate) Solfege
Online Lessons
Classical Pop Latin Baroque
English Spanish Portugese
Teaching Philosophy
Playing an instrument has been the most powerful tool I learned in which I can fully express myself as a person. I’m eternally grateful for all the teachers who have shared their knowledge with me and helped me be the musician I am today! Music is a wonderful way to communicate and share with others about pretty much anything. It also gives us the opportunity to do fun things like travel the world and meet extraordinary people and places. So I believe that my role as a teacher is to show my students that music can, and should be fun! Learning an instrument can open doors to so many different opportunities in life that other people might never experience. Music will always be there for you!
Musical Education
I started playing the cello at the age of 13, at the Carlos Gomes Conservatory in Brazil. Since I was young, I always enjoyed singing and dancing so my parents thought it would be a good idea for me to start learning music properly. And that is how I started my path as a cellist! Back in Brazil, I started my training with the Russian cellist Alexander Shityakov, former principal cellist of the Moscow Philharmonic orchestra. All his teachings greatly helped me build a strong technique and musicality, consequently I earned full scholarships to study in the United States. In 2013, I started my undergraduate degree at the University of Southern Mississippi. During this time I had the opportunity to learn from world-class musicians and have close contact to Jazz music (New Orleans style) and Blues. In 2017, my life as a musician completely changed when I moved to Los Angeles-California to start a master’s degree in cello performance. I studied under the guidance of the Polish cellist Marek Szpakiewicz, and I’m very grateful for all his teachings about cello and life. Living in Southern California also gave me incredible opportunities, since I played in great orchestras and learned so much about commercial music in Hollywood. In 2021, I moved to Winnipeg, Canada to start a 2nd degree in music performance. Currently, I am a master’s student at the University of Manitoba, studying under the guidance of Dr. Minna Chung.
Special Skills and Trainings
I really enjoy playing in orchestra, but is in teaching that I can truly experience the joy of being a cellist. I have traveled across South America teaching masterclasses for young cellists, and playing chamber music recitals with my piano and cello duo. I was a faculty member at the Guaranda music festival in Ecuador and Festival internacional de Música in Brazil. Currently, I have a private online studio, and my students are from different countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and the United States.
Lessons on an online platform
Gabriella 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:
Gabriella 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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