learn cello from emily in her new course
Learn how to play cello from Emily Davidson, professional cellist and cello teacher for over 15 years. Her new virtual/online course teaches anyone from any musical background how to play the cello. The course walks you through everything you need to know about obtaining a cello, taking care of it, basic music reading, and of course playing the cello.
Emily is no longer offering private lessons. To book Emily for a lecture/demo, visit her contact page.
Emily Davidson is a cellist who has provided music lectures, group teaching, and private lessons for students of all ages. Since 2003, she has maintained a studio of private students in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Los Angeles area. Emily enjoys working with both children and adults, making music fun and accessible while maintaining structure and clarity. Her organized, friendly approach helps students progress rapidly and with ease. In addition to working with children and adult amateurs, Emily also works with advanced students who are interested in exploring the baroque style and historical performance practice. Emily believes by fostering solid technique and building problem-solving strategies, the ability to express oneself through music becomes effortless and enjoyable.
Emily has taught at Arlington Public Schools (Arlington, MA), the Oliver Hazard Perry School (Boston, MA), Elisabeth Morrow School Summer String Festival (Englewood, NJ) and at the Nyack Summer Music Institute (Nyack, NY).
As a teaching artist, Emily appears in public and private schools at all grade levels to give demonstrations and lectures on baroque music. For high school and middle school string players, the visit includes a discussion on baroque music and performance practice, as well as a demonstration of the constructional differences and musical concepts. Masterclasses are offered to high schoolers working on solo baroque repertoire, and workshops are available to ensembles and orchestras. For elementary and middle school string students, her visits feature a performance and a presentation on the development of string instruments. Emily also works with general music classes to broaden their understanding of Baroque repertoire and context, always providing a live performance. At the University level, Emily provides lectures, demonstrations, and masterclasses. She has appeared in schools nationwide.
Emily’s unique skill set as a cello teacher, public speaker, and baroque performer make her visits to schools engaging and exciting. She is personable, lively, and experienced. Students of all ages find her visits fun, interesting, and informative.
“Her presentations opened up a whole new world for our young musicians…
[students were] completely engaged, inquisitive, enthusiastic, inspired… Truly a memorable experience.”
—Christine Gero, Music Department Chair, Nyack Public Schools, Nyack, NY