Polina | Teacher #3108
About Polina
Polina, an experienced cello teacher with over two decades of teaching experience, offers online and in-home lessons for students of all ages and backgrounds. With a strong foundation in cello performance and pedagogy, Polina's teaching philosophy emphasizes motivation, patience, recognizing the uniqueness of each student, and hard work. Having studied under renowned cellists such as France Springuel, Maria Kliegel, and Gary Hoffman, Polina brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her teaching. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, university student, or adult learner, Polina is dedicated to helping you achieve your musical goals. Book an interview now for personalized cello and music theory lessons with Polina.
Cello Music Theory (Beginner-Intermediate)
Online Lessons Lessons in Your Home
Classical Baroque
English
Teaching Philosophy
I have been teaching cello for more than two decades - in public and private schools as well as privately. Children of all ages and all backgrounds: beginners, intermediate, university student and adults are welcome . I have received tuition from some of the best cello performers in Europe and have a vast performing experience. The corner stones of my teaching are motivation, patience, recognizing uniqueness of every student and hard work.
Musical Education
I have obtained following degrees: University of Cape Town (SA) - BMus University of Pretoria (SA)- MMus University of North West (SA) - DMus My cello teachers included France Springuel (Belgium), Maria Kliegel (Germany) and Gary Hoffman (USA)
Lessons in your home
Polina is available to teach in your home if you are located in the following areas:- Ottawa, ON
Lessons on an online platform
Polina 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:
Polina 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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