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Christopher Bell

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Are you struggling to break out of a musical plateau or translate the music in your head into your instrument? Whether you are navigating performance anxiety, battling a rigid technique, or just feeling lost in the practice room, I am here to help you fix it. I bring 20 years of music industry experience directly to your lessons—including performing over 1,100 shows (I even once toured the Erie Canal by canoe from Buffalo to NYC), playing on over 30 studio albums, and composing for films, YouTube series, and podcasts. Backed by degrees from Full Sail University and additional studies at SUNY Fredonia, I have taught for over 10 years. Because we all learn differently—some visually, some tactilely, some intuitively—I constantly adapt my teaching to your natural learning style. My goal is to help you persevere through challenges, encourage critical thinking, and empower you to cultivate your own unique voice and creative process through play. Furthermore, your growth doesn't stop when you leave the studio. I supply you with tailored practice routines and clear strategies to eliminate guesswork and accelerate your progress between our lessons. Want to learn online? If you are out of town and wish to study with me, just mention "online lessons" in your inquiry. Zoom sessions are just as effective as sitting in the same room, and they give you the ability to record your lessons for easy review later! If you have any questions, reach out to me anytime. And if you’re ready for lessons, sign up below. I’ll see you in class!
Overview

Hired 11 times

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1 employee

16 years in business

Business hours

Sun11:00 am - 9:00 pmMon11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Stripe, and Venmo.

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Interested musical styles

Rock

Blues

Classical

Country

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My customers travel to me

I travel to my customers

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

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Mike S.

Jul 22, 2025

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Chris has been great. As an adult learner I find life and throws me some curveballs and Chris has been patient and understanding with my schedule. I’m really looking forward to progressing my skills and I know that Chris is going to help me do that.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, the student can read music • Classical • Blues • Rock • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a cello • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Cello Lessons
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Jennifer B.

Jun 7, 2019

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The way he works with my daughter inspires me. She’s learned a lot from him in just one session. We look forward to watching her grow as a musician.

Details: 10 - 13 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, the student can read music • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a cello • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Cello Lessons
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Gary R.

May 12, 2020

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Christopher Bell is extremely patient and works with my skill level. Yet, pushes me to practice new songs and skills each week.

Details: 65 years or older • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Classical • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

Guitar Lessons
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Danielle R.

Feb 15, 2020

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So far my lessons have been incredible. He explains things according to the way I learn and is extremely helpful and knowledgeable!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training • Yes, the student can read music • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a cello • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet) • My home, venue, etc.

Cello Lessons
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Matthew B.

Oct 2, 2025

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Details: 10 - 13 years old • No formal training • No, the student cannot read music • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a cello • 45 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)

Cello Lessons
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