Ivan F. — Cello Teacher — Plateau-Mont-Royal, Montreal

Cello teacher with more than 15 years of teaching experience, all ages to kids and adults online/my studio in Montreal. -Master’s in Cello Performance, Western University -Bachelor in Cello Performance, University of Montreal -Cello Performance, Simon Bolivar Conservatory -Cello Performance Diploma, Latin American Cello Academy Ivan was selected for prestigious Festivals such as the Domaine Forget, Orford Arts Center, and the Clazz International Music Festival in Italy as solo cellist of the orchestra, in order to participate in master classes of international reputations. A two-time SENESCYT scholarship holder and the Faculty of Music of the University of Western Ontario, he is the recipient of the Susane Agranove AWARD as well as a scholarship in the strings category at the CLAZZ International Classical Music Festival in Italy. My passion to teach and to share my knowledge in music resulted in having students of all ages and levels creating with them recitals of chamber music and cello orchestra. Aside from having my own studio, I also worked as a cello and chamber music professor in “El Sistema” Share the Warmth foundation located in Montreal. Chamber Music Teaching Assistant of Don wright Faculty of Music in Western University and Cello Coaching in LYS (London Youth Symphony) .

My teaching method is personal. It depends of each person or group of students. The motivation and to enjoy the learning process is the most important aspect for me! Playing an instrument is all about sharing emotions with others and knowing better yourself. My approach includes the RCM system as well as certain approaches from Suzuki, Feldenkrais and Alexander Technique to have fluidity of movement with the cello and a comfortable posture to play without tension. I can help you to prepare for exams, recitals, festivals, and university auditions. If you need or want to practice your language skills, I am capable of teaching in English, French, or Spanish. I have also experienced working with people who have attention challenges and have had excellent results. Music lessons are a wonderful way to develop sustained concentration and add a new dimension of creativity to your life. I offer comprehensive music theory training for students of all levels. My teaching approach also includes ear training and sight-reading.