Advanced cello courses
As an advanced amateur cellist, you already have a good command of the instrument; You possess a proper technique, and your sound production is beautiful. You might, however, feel that both could still be improved. You have probably tried to enhance your game on your own, but you are still unsatisfied with the results. You might also be unsure of some aspects of interpretation either in the Baroque, Classical, Romantic or Modern repertoire.
Thanks to The London Cello Institute, you can now have the immense privilege to study and share your passion for the instrument with some of the finest cello instructors in London and the United Kingdom.
Benefit from excellent cello lessons in a non-judgmental environment
At The London Cello Institute, we are proud to say that our understanding of advanced amateur cellists is unparalleled. We have so much experience in adult music education that we know how to help you improve your game without ever judging you or making you feel unworthy. On the contrary, we will always encourage you and help you achieve your goals with a friendly and understanding approach.
Get inspirations from outstanding professional cellists
Be supported in your endeavour to become a fine and proficient cellist
Benefit from excellent musical and technical advice
Be exceptionally well supported
Expend your repertoire under the guidance of expert cello instructors
Whether you are interested in working on Bach’s suites, Elgar’s concerto, Schubert’s Sonata in A minor or Dvorak’s concerto, we will be delighted to help you improve your skills and gain the confidence necessary to tackle your favourite compositions!
Course details
The London Cello Institute invites all cello enthusiasts to study in a wonderful environment with outstanding cello instructors who specialise in teaching adults.
Our cello lessons for adults take place weekly on a set day and time at our lovely premises in the City of London.
The lessons are provided for either 30, 45 or 60 minutes, and our cello courses can be joined at any time during the year.
As various slots are available, please contact our manager Stefan at enrol@londoncelloinstitute.co.uk to select the most convenient day and time for you.
As all our cello lessons for adults are highly personalised and tailored to the needs and wishes of each, you are welcome to decide whether you would like to sit the ABRSM or Trinity graded examinations.
We totally understand that you play the cello for your pleasure and enjoyment so this decision is totally optional.
We do not follow a set syllabus but rather adapt to each of our students as everyone is different and requires special attention.
We require an initial three-month minimum commitment as studying for a shorter period would not be beneficial for you. After this initial period, your cello course will continue as per normal on a rolling monthly basis at a set time and day.
In case you need to stop your course, we do require a month’s notice.
You are also most welcome to book additional improvement or intensive lessons should you want to make faster progress or prepare for an examination or performance.
If you want to do longer weekly sessions such as 90 or 120 minutes per week, please do ask and we will do our best to arrange a course tailored to your requirements.
Frequently asked questions
You are most welcome to join The London Cello Institute even if you are an absolute beginner without any prior musical experience. Our cello courses are designed for adults who are brand new to music so no previous knowledge is necessary to join. Learning how to read music notation and theory will be part of your cello course so there is nothing to worry about.
Definitely not. We believe that there is no age limit to learn and enjoy playing the cello for your own pleasure.
Of course! You are most welcome to give it a try and book an introductory lesson to find out if playing the cello is really what you want to do. Be reassured that there is no need to possess any talent to join The London Cello Institute. We believe that all adults are able to play the cello thanks to the expert guidance of our excellent cello instructors.
You do not need to own a cello to start your cello course as the purchase of the most suitable instrument for you to begin your education can be discussed with your instructor during your first cello lesson. He or she will be able to make a recommendation and advise on the best instrument to acquire.
Absolutely! The London Cello Institute is entirely dedicated to adults who wish to play for their pleasure and enjoyment so you are more than welcome to join.
You definitely need to practice if you intend to make any progress. Attending your cello lessons will offer you the guidance and feedback needed to improve in the right direction but a personal daily practice is necessary to enhance your cello skills.
It all depends on your current level. As a complete beginner, you can start with 15 minutes each day to get into the habit of practising on a daily basis. It should then increase to 30 minutes quite rapidly as you will need enough time to review and improve the material that has been studied during your cello lessons.
Not at all. All our cello instructors have been selected for their remarkable understanding of adults who play the cello for their own pleasure. They are, therefore, extremely patient, kind and supportive. We can assure you that your instructor will never judge, patronise or criticise you negatively.
Yes, we do offer preparation to the ABRSM grade examinations from grade 1 to grade 8, but sitting the exams is not compulsory.
It is an extremely difficult question to answer as it all depends on your abilities and the exact goal that you have in mind. As per our experience, we can, however, say that you should be able to play some exquisite simple cello pieces after a few lessons only.
The duration of your cello course depends on your personal goal after attending for a minimum of 3 months. Your lessons will then take place on an ongoing basis until you are satisfied with your cello playing or unable to pursue your education.
Of course. If you are a proficient cellist, we would certainly recommend that you inform us prior to the beginning of your course. It should, therefore, be booked with one of our senior cello instructors, who definitely possess the right set of skills and experience to help you improve further.
As we do not follow a set syllabus but prefer adapting to each in order to provide you with the most suitable cello education possible, the content of our cello lessons depends on your current abilities and wishes.
At The London Cello Institute, we understand that it can be difficult for some busy professionals to attend their cello lessons on a set day and time each week. We will be happy to accommodate you but please inform us before signing up as any special request is subject to an extra fee and availability.
How to enrol
It is very straightforward to enrol at The London Cello Institute by either contacting our manager Stefan Joubert directly at enrol@londoncelloinstitute.co.uk or via our contact form. We will endeavour to get back to you within one or two working days.
