Kiersten | Teacher #4223
About Kiersten
Kiersten is an accomplished cello teacher offering lessons online, at her studio in St John's, or at your home. She integrates a technique-focused approach that prioritizes students' physical well-being and comfort. Kiersten holds a Master of Music in Cello performance from McGill University and is currently a PhD candidate in music history. With 15 years of professional experience, she enriches her lessons with both classical and folk music, ensuring a well-rounded musical education.
Cello Music History Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate)
Online Lessons In Studio Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Folk Celtic Baroque
English
Teaching Philosophy
I believe that anyone can play given the right opportunities and space to learn! I give my students the space to be themselves offering a stress free and happy environment to explore not only their chosen instrument but music making as a whole. I have a background in technique that focuses on the comfort and physical well-being of my students and aim to put that in place from the very beginning! I also believe that exploring music outside of the classical music realm is important for producing well rounded and capable musicians. I therefore offer not only traditional classical methodologies but opportunities to explore historical performance practice as well as folk and traditional music repertoires.
Musical Education
I am a current music history PhD Candidate at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. I have a Master of Music from McGill University in Cello performance, specifically historical performance, and a Bachelor of Music and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of Western Australia. I have been performing professionally for the past 15 years and have worked with orchestras, opera companies and chamber ensembles in Montreal, St John's and Australia. I am also a studio musician and my cello tracks have appeared on many contemporary albums. Since living in St John's, Newfoundland, I have become involved in the folk music community and can regularly be found playing cello or Irish flute with several traditional music groups!
Lessons in your home
Kiersten is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- St. Johns, NL
Lessons in a music studio
Kiersten offers lessons from her studio. Map locations are approximate and based on the postal code of the teacher’s studio. The full address will be provided upon registration.Lessons on an online platform
Kiersten 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:
Kiersten 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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