Cello Lessons with Wesley

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I tailer my teaching approach to each individual’s need and learning style. Especially with toddlers, I am aware of mood and relationship building needs. I love watching a student succeed and develop a love for music! Helping people runs in my family and that is why I am here! I am fully invested in my students’ progress and I am rewarded with their success as much as they are! For some of my students, cello is therapy for their soul and for others, cello is their competitive passion. Its my joy to share my conservatory training and love for making music.

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Hired 26 times

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16 years in business

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Sun7:00 am - 8:00 pmMon7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2021

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Katie M.

Dec 25, 2019

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Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training • No, the student cannot read music • Classical • Rock • No, but the student is planning to purchase a cello and would like a recommendation • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Alice t.

Feb 15, 2020

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Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • No, the student cannot read music • Classical • No, but the student is planning to purchase a cello and would like a recommendation • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Cello Lessons

Dana Z.

Aug 2, 2018

Mr. Skinner is an excellent teacher. He embraces love and caring in his teaching. He always wants to help students. Mr. Skinner has a high standard of cello playing. Instead of just being strict and only criticizing students’ playing, he is always encouraging and tries to identify the most sparkling quality from each student and helps them develop this quality, and eventually let students be able to use this quality to overcome their challenges. Mr. Skinner’s students are not only improving in their playing techniques, but also bringing up their confidence in performing and values in appreciating music and life. Mr. Skinner’s students and colleagues like to be around with him because they enjoy this positive and inspiring atmosphere he creates.

Chris H.

Apr 27, 2020

Wesley Skinner is a gem! What he did for my son's skill level in just a few short months was extraordinary. He was able to ignite a spark for practicing and turn it into a full-blown bonfire. Wesley presents himself in a quiet, non-threatening manner which makes you instantly like him. But don't let that affable nature fool you - he intuitively knows how to reach his students, when to push, how to correct bad habits, how to create that perfect tone, all while using a soft and gentle voice that somehow makes the student want to please and try harder. And just wait, when he and the student get excited about a piece, well, be ready for the walls to reverberate around you. His love and passion for music is contagious. Wesley KNOWS music. Not only is he an exceptional cellist, but he understands the fundamentals of music and all of its components. If you're interested in theory, composition, or raising the level of your performance, Wesley can oblige. Can you tell I'm extremely impressed by this guy? If I could give 11 stars I would. Whether you have a beginner student or would like someone to take you to a level you thought unattainable, Wesley's the choice for you.

Alison o.

Sep 22, 2020

In seeking out a cello instructor for my son, I knew I wanted a musician who loved the instrument, was actively performing and growing their own art and could convey enthusiasm as well as excellent technical training in a vibrant, dynamic way. Wesley Skinner has met and exceeded all of those high expectations. My son has learned so much, been challenged, grown in musicianship and appreciation of great music during his two years of instruction. He has had the opportunity to attend Mr. Skinner’s performances as well as perform himself, receive high level technical training, music theory, and guidance to practice often and well. Anyone looking to learn or grow as a cellist would benefit greatly from Wesley Skinner’s instruction.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Weekly Lesson Rate: 30 min lesson = $45 45 min lesson = $60 60 min lesson = $75 Travel fee = $15 (minimum hour lesson) Now billing August-December Semester **Free trial lesson to new students** Special promotions for tuition pre-paid 3 and 6 months in advance.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My goal in the early stages of working with a new student is to identify learning style, practice load, as well as strengths and weaknesses of technique and musicality. These points will help determine the pace and approach to the early lessons.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
During my two cello performance degrees (BM, MM) at the Cleveland Institute of Music, I studied also Cello Pedagogy (Art of Teaching) under world-renowned Melissa Kraut and took 6 semesters of Suzuki Pedagogy Teacher Training to complete the entire Suzuki Method Cello Teacher Registration. During my final year studying at The Cleveland Institute of Music, I was appointed to CIM's Preparatory Faculty and also worked as Cello Faculty of Western Reserve Suzuki School, Hudson School of Music, and in Lakewood City Schools.

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