about cello dreaming teaching studio
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Expert cello tuition for individuals, parent & child, group lessons and chamber music coaching, adjudication, masterclasses and educational workshops > Cello Dreaming specialises in solo & chamber music performance after a decade working as a professional orchestral performer internationally
“Cello Dreaming has a progressive range of expert ideas and actions that will turn a bright talent into a successful, happy and self-motivated musician. Suggestions are easy to implement, fast proven and more importantly any one can do them.”
TEACHING STUDIO FEATURES
Ages: 6-adult. All ages, all levels welcome.
Specializations: Aspiring young musicians and adult beginners, students with tension related issues such as RSI or carpel tunnel syndrome, baroque and classical cello, chamber music, Australian music.
Student experience: suitable for beginner to diploma or professional string teacher seeking professional performance development.
Flexible scheduling: To fit with you, lessons can be weekly, fortnightly, monthly or on casual consultation or during school holidays.
Lesson length: 30/45/60mins – I suggest 30mins weekly for beginners, 45mins for intermediate level and 60mins for advanced students. Adults usually need an hour at whatever stage (they always ask more questions!).
Syllabi: Australian Music Education Board, Guildhall, Trinity Board, Associated Board Royal Schools of Music.
Building a learning program suited to you: A healthy musical and technical balance using a blend of ideas from Dalcroze, Kodaly, Suzuki, Nelson philosophy and learning systems mixed with the world’s leading cello pedagogy’s methods.
BENEFITS OF LEARNING MUSIC
There are many reasons why music benefits a person and can develop into a skill for a lifetime of pleasure. Scientific research has shown how learning an instrument can improve your sense of wellbeing and general happiness. The skills are transferable to everyday life:
- Improved concentration
- Improved mental and physical coordination and body posture
- Develop and strengthen your mental memory
- Encourage a range of listening skills
- Self expression and an awareness of your individual creativity
- Motivation and improved goal setting
- Ability to work alone and problem solve effectively
- Develop good personal time-management skills
HELPFUL TIPS FOR NEW STUDENTS
1. It is okay to make mistakes and an important part of the learning and discovery process. Nobody is perfect - including your teacher!
2. Read your cello diary notebook every time you practice, it will help you know what to listen for and what to play next and for roughly how long.
3. Keep a note of your practice time, even if it is only 5 minutes – remember every minute counts.
4. Any questions? Stuck on something? Use the diary to write your queries down. That way, I can help you next time I see you. If you are really confused, contact me. I like hearing from you.
5. If you hear a tune, song or piece that you like, write down the name of it in your cello diary. I’ll do my best to track it down so that you can learn it.
Principal Instrument: Cello
Other Instruments Taught
Improvisation
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mission statement
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“Because every note counts…”
“When you teach a student in a way that embodies a true sense of who they are and reflects the life and energy that pulses within, you are creating a musician whose very soul is nurtured.” Louise King
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about louise king
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 Welcome,
Here you will find information on learning the cello and taking lessons with Cello Dreaming. Please contact me to arrange your free 30 minute informal interview and initial consultation lesson to help and guide you in following your music dreams. I look forward to teaching and inspiring you.
Cello-ly yours
Louise King
Why learn with Cello Dreaming?
• Support every step of the way – learning an instrument is a fun and rewarding experience. I make it all the more valuable and beneficial by supporting and encouraging you with every achievement using simple rewards, powerful practice tips, inspirational resources and expert advice.
• Advice in buying, maintaining and upsizing your instrument – I can advise you on how best to set up, tune and look after your cello and can suggest great craftsmen, instrument makers and string retailers.
• Help me practice! – Practice can be fun, I show you how. I help structure a practice schedule and select pieces carefully for your learning.
• E-mail updates - you receive regular news about events and educational projects, camps and courses that might be of interest to you.
• Annual student cello concert - you can play in my student concert in term 4 and enjoy playing in a cello ensemble.
• Student performances - you can work towards an Eisteddfod or informal performance and take exams.
• Free Student Handbook - jam-packed full of all the information you will ever need - where to buy music from, what music to buy, what string's to buy, suppliers, learning resources, and practice aids.
Little Cello Dreaming extras
• Refreshments - Tea, coffee, juice and biscuits, magazines are all complimentary for students and waiting parents and other children. A box of toys can be supplied for younger children.
• Student rewards – stickers, praise, lollies and a lucky dip box, achievement certificates.
• Student Progress Reports – annual reports for parents.
• Fun Themed Lessons - Lessons celebrating different events such as St. Patricks Day – Celtic Irish music, Australia Day – Australian music.
• Concert Trips – trips to Brisbane to see great musicians presented by Musica Viva, Australian Chamber Orchestra or the The Australian String Quartet.
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