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Welcome to the Cello Studio! |
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Welcome students, visitors, parents, teachers, and alumni to the cello studio. On this page you can learn more about my studio, my approach to teaching as well as find helpful links to local luthiers, orchestras and music organizations of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. I provide cello instruction from my private studio in Bothell, WA sharing my passion for music with aspiring cellists of all ages and abilities Fill out my enquiry form to help me get to know your needs and interest and check out my facebook cello studio page to learn more about the studio. |
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Teaching Specialization...
I specialize in working with beginning and seasoned adults, children and young cellist ages 10 and up, as well as cellists of all ages interested in pursuing new directions, modern and popular styles of cello playing and improvisation. With an
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on the development of proper technique through the study of the traditional repertoire
I also offer a safe and encouraging environment in which to nurture creativity and to develop the skills needed to improvise and explore the instrument beyond it's classical roots. I am passionate about the progress of the cello through new directions and through the broadening of the cello repertoire. As a composer and improvising cellist I am often inspired by music from film, romantic and present day composers as well as all kinds of jazz and new music.
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Freedom and Imagination...
I encourage all my students to discover their own personal connection with their instrument. Just as each instrument is unique, so is each student. It is my role as a teacher to respect and understand each student's strengths and weaknesses allowing me to develop a personalized method that best suits you. It is very important with the cello that technique is addressed first and foremost. String instruments require careful focus on technique to produce the tone quality desired and to move freely and efficiently around the instrument. Once proper technique is aquired it is possible to begin to realize your own artistic potential, enabling you to begin exploring your creativity, connect with your own musical intuition and imagination, improvise and freely create your own music enabling you to create the sounds and express the emotions desired.
In this way the cello becomes a place for creative exploration and is less limited by some academic environments whose focus may weigh more heavily and or soley on the traditional approach. Click here to read more...
“Your only prerequisites are to have an open mind, be prepared to think off of the page, and be ready to be inspired, empowered, and to explore the cello, your creativity and imagination beyond your wildest dreams."
-Shaun Paul
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Credentials and Training... |
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“Shaun Paul has an intelligent, communicative and understanding approach to the technical and physical challenges in his teaching of the cello. He is a wonderful artist and performer in his own right. I am convinced that students, of any age, would be enthralled and motivated with his instruction." Judith Glyde
Professor, Cello & Chamber Music
Chair, String Faculty
University of Colorado College of Music
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Location, Facebook, Enquire...
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Repertoire, Articles and More... |
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Location:
Bothell, Washington. Close to Woodinville.
Enquire:
Fill out my enquiry form to help me get to know your needs and interests better and to answer any of your questions. Initial trial lesson is always free. Let's get acquainted so you can experience my teaching style and see if we are a good fit.
Facebook:
Click here to learn more about my studio, connect with other students, watch video clips and read about student successes.
Rates:
$50 - 1 hour, $45 - 45 minutes, $35 - 30 minutes. |
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Shaun Paul's recommended repertoire...
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Notable new directions cellists...
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Articles written by Shaun Paul...
Practicing as a Meditation...
Using your ear to learn unpublished music... (coming soon.)
Creativity and self empowerment... (coming soon.)
Make it your own, discovering innovative ways to practice and approach the classical repertoire... (coming soon.)
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Local Recources (luthiers, local orchestras and other useful links)...
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