Cello Lessons for All Ages & Skill Levels – Live in Vienna or Online

From 107.51 C$ /h

❓Do you already play the cello and feel like you’re still missing some of the basics?
❓Have you never played an instrument before and would now like to learn the cello?

🙋🏻‍♂️ My name is Gustav, and I’m happy to offer cello lessons in Vienna (in person) or online—for all ages and all skill levels!

🎻 To be able to make music on the cello, you first need a solid technical foundation—just like the framework of a house, which must be in place before construction can even begin.

💎 With a systematic and logically structured method, anyone can learn to play the cello with joy and ease!

🎓 In addition to my training as an instrumental pedagogue, I am also a trained concert cellist. I work as principal cellist with the Sinfonieorchester Liechtenstein and regularly perform on stage with my piano trio (Trio Souvenirs).

I look forward to meeting you!
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Guidelines:
By booking one of my lessons, the person making the booking agrees to the terms and conditions stated below.

• Apprentus guidelines: https://www.apprentus.com/en-at/student-payment-terms

My model is the “Flexible” model, which means you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the scheduled lesson.
Please note: Cancellations within 24 hours before the lesson are subject to Apprentus policies, requiring payment of 50% of the lesson fee.

• Unexcused cancellations or cancellations made after the fact are not eligible for a make-up lesson or refund; the lesson will be considered as “given.”

• Lateness:
Students are expected to contact the teacher by phone if they are running late for a scheduled lesson. If a student arrives after the scheduled start time, the lesson will take place within the remaining time. Additional time to compensate for student lateness is not guaranteed.
If the teacher arrives late, additional time will be offered after the scheduled lesson time to make up for the delay.

• Scheduling for weekly lessons on a fixed weekday:
If the teacher is unable to be in Vienna during a given week, the student will be informed in advance so that a make-up lesson can be arranged.

• In case of last-minute cancellations by the teacher due to illness or a family emergency, a make-up lesson will be offered. If preferred, the make-up lesson can also be held online.
If a student cancels a rescheduled make-up lesson, that lesson will be forfeited.

• Copyright:
If a student wishes to record the lesson (live via audio/video or online via screen recording), they must obtain the teacher’s consent in advance.

Extra information

• If available, please bring your own instrument. If you do not yet have one, please contact me in advance and we will find a solution together. (I can provide rental options from local violin makers.)

• Lesson days and times are arranged individually and should ideally take place at the same time each week to establish a routine.

• For children under the age of 8: the presence of a parent is recommended, but not required.

• Online lessons or a hybrid format (in-person and online) are possible for advanced students, but not for beginners, as a new instrument needs to be taught physically (in “3D”) during the first years.

• If lessons at Musikquartier Wien are requested, room rental costs will be added to the lesson price.

• For partner lessons or sibling discounts, feel free to contact me directly!

Location

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At student's location :

Around Vienna, Austria

At teacher's location :

Friedrich Gulda School of Music, Mariahilfer Straße, Wien, Österreich

Lorystraße, Vienna, Austria

Online from Austria

About Me

🎻 Deputy Principal Cellist Liechtenstein Symphony Orchestra
🎻 Cello Teacher at the Austrian Music Schools (such as Musikum Salzburg-Stadt)
🎻 Cellist of Trio Souvenirs
🎻 Jury Member Prima La Musica Austrian National Music Competition

I specialize in teaching complete beginners from the ground up.

💎 With a systematic and logically structured method, anyone can learn to play the cello with ease and enjoyment.

📺 On YouTube I run a professional channel where I teach cello in Japanese. You are welcome to check it out!

I have been studying Japanese as a self-taught student since the age of 16 and can therefore offer cello lessons in Japanese, too. 😊🇯🇵

15歳のときから日本語を独学で学んでおり、日本語でもチェロのレッスンができます♪

Education

• CELLO PRE-COLLEGE (Prof. Denis Severin, Bern University of the Arts)
• CELLO PERFORMANCE / CONCERT DIPLOMA (Prof. Giovanni Gnocchi, Mozarteum University Salzburg)
• CELLO PEDAGOGY DIPLOMA (Barbara Lübke, Mozarteum University Salzburg & Maria Grün, University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna)
• CHAMBER MUSIC DIPLOMA (Prof. Peter Schuhmayer & Prof. Johannes Meissl, University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna)

Additional Skills:
• Piano (Mozarteum University Salzburg)
• Conducting, Orchestral Didactics (Mozarteum University Salzburg)
• Around 40 arrangements for various ensembles
• New Media Diploma (Mozarteum University Salzburg)
• Basic knowledge of jazz/pop

Experience / Qualifications

• 2024–2026: Musikum Salzburg-Stadt
• 2022–2023: Music School Dornbirn
• Private teaching since 2021
• Jury member, Prima la Musica Regional Competition
• YouTube channel since 2025

Awards:
• “Inoue Prize,” 16th Viva Hall Cello Competition in Hyogo, Japan
• 3rd Prize, Liezen Cello Competition
• 3rd Prize, Antonio Janigro Cello Competition in Poreč
• Two-time 2nd Prize, German National Competition “Jugend Musiziert”
• Multiple 1st Prizes, Austrian National Competition “Prima la Musica”

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

The class is taught in

German

English

Japanese

Skills

Cello

Children's music

Sound (music)

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

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12-16

16-20

20-24

Elisa

5.0

(20)

I offer private piano lessons to students of different ages and levels. Depending on the student's final goal we adjust the repertoire and skills that are needed for obtaining the goal.

My goal as a teacher is to keep and increase the students' love for music as well as to offer necessary and appropriate knowledge/skills to keep the student challenged.

Mislav

5.0

(20)

Hi fellow cellist,

You have chosen to play the most wonderful instrument there is. I have been playing the cello for almost two decades and I can tell you it is a beautiful and rewarding journey, and I would not be where I am today without a group of extraordinary teachers and mentors that have been with me along the way and shared their wisdom and experience with me. Now it is my turn to share. I have been teaching for a few years and I love watching my students develop, enjoy the cello, learn new things, and become better at expressing themselves in the universal language of music. Whether you are a complete beginner or an intermediate/advanced level player, I would be happy to offer my guidance and perspective on anything you want to work on and improve. Aside from the technical part of the playing process, I can also be helpful in talking about performance anxiety, specifics of the music major education, preparation for auditions, building up your social media, etc. Contact me to set a lesson using the form below and I look forward to meeting you!

Studio Policy
This policy is in place to protect the student, the parent of the student, and the teacher and serves to ensure that lessons run smoothly.

Lessons/Payment:
Students may enroll in lessons at any time. Lessons will take place at the teacher’s studio in Vienna, Austria. Online lessons are facilitated using Skype/Facetime/Zoom.
Tuition is paid monthly and is calculated by multiplying the lesson rate by 4 weeks (3 or 5 weeks for certain months). Additional lessons are allowed based on the teacher’s availability. If I am traveling for a big portion of the month, I will let you know in advance, so that the tuition for that month is multiplied by the number of weeks I will be at home.
Single lessons in the form of a consultation or master class are available if you are not ready to commit to a monthly package.
If you have special circumstances that prevent you from taking weekly lessons or traveling to my studio, please contact me directly and I will do my best to accommodate your situation.
Tuition is to be paid at least 24 hours in advance of the first lesson of each month. Tuition is payable through Apprentus. For the consultation/single lesson, a one-time lesson fee is to be paid at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled lesson. Your timely payment serves as a confirmation of our time agreement. If I do not hear from you nor get the payment at least 24 hours before the lesson, I reserve the right to reschedule and/or cancel the scheduled lesson.

Tardiness:
The student will contact the teacher by phone if they expect to be late for a scheduled lesson. If a student arrives after their scheduled lesson time has begun, the teacher will complete the lesson in the remaining portion of the time slot. Additional time for student tardiness is not guaranteed.
If the teacher arrives after a scheduled lesson has begun, the teacher will give additional time past the time slot to compensate for their tardiness with mutual acceptance of the student’s schedule.

Rescheduling/Cancellations:
Students must cancel/reschedule lessons by phone or email with at least 24-hour notice. Cancellations are considered excused for illness, family emergency, or severe weather (public school closures). Excused cancellations with sufficient notification will be given a make-up lesson within the month or lesson credit towards the following month. No-shows, cancellations without sufficient notification, or unexcused cancellations will not be given make-up lessons or lesson credits.
The teacher may need to cancel a lesson due to illness or a family emergency and/or reschedule due to performance engagements or planned vacations. In this case, the teacher will provide a make-up lesson within the month or apply a lesson credit towards the following month. If desired, the make-up lesson can also be taken online via Skype.
If a student cancels a re-scheduled make-up lesson, the lesson will be considered forfeited. Make-up lessons are not guaranteed and are subject to availability. If a make-up lesson is not possible, a lesson credit will be applied toward the following month.

Copyright/class recordings:
Lessons and seminars are considered intellectual property and may not be recorded (audio or video). The teacher is legally protected in case of a breach of this agreement.
The teacher is entitled to immediate termination of the lesson/package without a refund if this rule is broken.
The teacher is entitled to legal action in case of copyright infringement.
Parental Involvement for younger students:
I do not teach children below the age of 10 via Skype as they require hands-on work to form correct playing habits and posture.
Students 10 years and younger must have a parent or guardian present at the lesson. The parent will take notes and act as the student’s “home teacher”. Parental involvement is welcomed and strongly encouraged for all students, but not required for students 10 years and older.

Olivier

5.0

(20)

Singing and making music are a lot of fun, but not the easiest thing... no matter which level you're at. For this, one needs energy, concentration and, above all, patience. But who succeeds in making progress finds that it's the best feeling ever to make music while using you best potential. That's what I can help with.

You sing all the time, but you want to improve your technique? Or you're a complete beginner and you want to get a taste of this intriguing music world? You're already singing in a band but you feel like your voice is getting tired easily, or that you need some tricks for finding notes? Then I can definitely help you, no matter your age or your style of music. My goal with this course is that you find your hobby easier and even more fun than it is already.

I'm currently finishing my master's degree in opera singing at the MUK and I use my knowledge to sing pop, jazz, funk... and so on, accompanied by my guitar/keyboard. I'm looking forward to getting to know you!

Constantin

5.0

(20)

The lessons are mainly aimed at talented young cellists who are interested in taking their cello playing to a new and higher level. In the lesson, the student is taught technical skills, efficient practice, mental strength and enjoyment of the instrument using theoretical and practical examples.

Sandra

5.0

(20)

I offer private violin lessons to ...

DREAMERS, who have been dreaming of learning the violin, but haven ́t realized their thoughts yet;
KIDS, of all ages, who are thinking if that ́s the right instrument or need some help with continuing their studies, technique, repertoire;
ADULTS, who wanna improve their knowledge by understanding the violin, make music together or help their kids at home.

Lessons can be held in Estonian, English and in German.

Anna

5.0

(20)

Hey there! My name is Anna.
I am a professional violinist, based in Austria, who has been studying and performing since the age of 5.
I would love to share my knowledge and experience with you.
In each lesson, I can teach you:
-Secret tricks and techniques to improve your level of performance.
-Simple, achievable exercises to help you solve any problems.
-Body and hand positions, that can help be more comfortable, while playing and a lot more!
Looking forward to hear from you.

Karolina

5.0

(20)

I am a PhD candidate, graduate of flute performance and instrumental pedagogy and a certified music physiologist. I have experience teaching in both private as well as public educational system, working with children up to 18 years old.
I perform solo, in chamber groups as well as in orchestras - to complement my artistic activity, I research scientifically in the interdisciplinary field of science & medicine in arts.
I offer performance preparation for competitions, auditions, concerts with any type of repertoire/ genre - we will work on your individually set artistic, expressive and instrumental goals to reach them together.
I base my teachings on the fundaments of performance science, including technics, exercises and tools from music physiology and psychology, to provide you with the most optimal and balanced learning experience.
I will teach you how to hold and use the instrument in the most physiologically correct and healthy way, as well as give you all the strategies and methods for optimal, enhanced learning.

The scope of my expertise:
* working from 0 - learning to play the instrument
* working on the repertoire (orchestral excerpts, flute repertoire from baroque to modern, chamber music, solo music)
* working on the flutistic basics: posture, embouchure, articulation, support (...)
* working on the physiological level: tension release, tension management, strengthening exercises, warm-up, cool-down
* working on the psychological level: mental training, mental practice, anxiety management, performance preparation
* piccolo
* piano accompaniament
* playing in duo

I teach all the levels - from beginners to students preparing for orchestral auditions.

I provide with special materials and scores.

Languages: German, English, Polish

Jovana

5.0

(20)

Dear future student, I wish you much success. I have been playing the piano for 13 years. I believe that for good practice you have to master the theory. Children learn best through play, while adults learn best through example.

Giulia

5.0

(20)

I can teach you how to practice effectively and get 1% better every day. My specialty on the violin is technique, which you'll even end up having fun practicing!

Contact me and we can arrange an initial introductory lesson, either in person or online!

Tomiris

5.0

(20)

I offer piano lessons for adults and children, tailored to your goals and preferences. Each lesson lasts 45 minutes. Lessons are conducted in English, German and Russian. I teach piano at home in Vienna’s 3rd district and online on a beautiful Yamaha piano.

I have a full class of 13 students. Each semester, I organize a recital. If they wish, even my online students can take part through a live stream :)

I am an award-winning pianist in international competitions, a graduate of the Moscow Conservatory named after P.I. Tchaikovsky (BA), and currently a student at the Anton Bruckner University in Austria (MA).

I have developed my own teaching methodology, which varies depending on the student's age, skill level, and preferences. With extensive teaching experience for both adults and children, I have completed pedagogical practice and a piano teaching methodology course at the Moscow Conservatory. I teach beginners from scratch, prepare school students for exams, competitions, concerts, and entrance exams. Additionally, I teach solfeggio, music theory, ear training, rhythm development, hand positioning, and stage performance skills. I work on both classical repertoire and any pieces the student desires. I create custom arrangements for my students, including simplified versions of difficult pieces.

My online setup makes the lessons feel just like in-person: I use a tripod to demonstrate my hands and provide an online screen display for sheet music. After each lesson, I send video tutorials for clear, visual examples.

Peter

5.0

(20)

I offer both practical and theoretical lessons on the subject of composing electronic music, tailored to the individual needs and interests of the student.

Areas of instruction include:
1) Introduction to working with sound (Ableton Live)
2) Discuss / further develop compositional approaches
3) Finding your own artistic language
4) Sound engineering basics
5) Analysis of musical references, inspirations that the student brings with him/her
6) Integration of your own instrument into electronic music (e.g. piano, guitar, etc.)
7) Sound recording (miking the environment)
8) Modular synthesizer (The synthesizer can be used in lessons in my studio, for advanced students)

To me:
Peter (1994, Upper Austria); composer of electronic and contemporary music, sound artist and guitarist.
Completed training at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna and the Anton Bruckner Private University Linz (Master of Arts).

Pia

5.0

(20)

Hello, my name is Pia and I'm a flautist. :) I started learning the flute at the age of 8. I loved it right away, so after music school, I continued my studies at the conservatory in Maribor (Slovenia). I then studied at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Graz. In 2024, I completed my bachelor's degree at the Gustav Mahler Private University in Klagenfurt. There, I earned a degree in concert performance and a degree in instrumental pedagogy.
During my studies, I also completed a specialization course in early music, majoring in transverse flute. Therefore, I also offer lessons for beginners on this beautiful baroque instrument.
During my studies, I had several private students with whom I explored the sounds of the flute and various genres (classical, pop, jazz, folk music, improvisation, etc.). My lessons are relaxed and communicative, full of collaborative music-making.
Classes can also take place online.

Beginners are just as welcome as those who want to deepen their knowledge or start playing the flute again after some time! :)

Bianca

5.0

(20)

Let’s learn guitar together!!
I’m an experienced teacher with students of all ages and I will help you to achieve your goals! Whether they are an entrance exam or a competition if you are already experienced, or whether they are learning the basics and playing songs.
In can space from classical repertoire to pop.

Klára

5.0

(20)

I offer private lessons in person in the comfort of your home.
I look forward to work with beginners to advanced player of all ages.

I can also practise with you additional to your main lessons with me or with someone else.
The lessons can be held in English, German and also in the Czech language.

I have studied musical degree with pedagogical focus in Prague Conservatoire in the Czech republic. Currently I am studying in University of Music and Perfoming Arts in Vienna. I regularly perform solo recitals, chamber music and solo with an orchestra. Occasionaly I teach in the state music school in Marienbad.

My whole biography:
Klára has started playing the piano at the age of four at music school in Mariánské Lázně under the guidance of her mother Marie. Since 2024 she has studied at University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna.
Since childhood she has regularly participated in national and international competitions. In November 2023 she was awarded the 2nd prize at Soutěž Nadace Bohuslava Martinů, further she won f. e. the 1st prize at the “Broumov key”, the 2nd prize at the Ile-de-France international competition in Paris and the 2nd prize at the Fryderyk Chopin international competition in Mariánské Lázně. In December 2022, she received the title of laureate at the Prague Conservatory's international competition “Young Piano”, where she was also awarded the main prize "Young Piano Talent". In 2021, she won 2nd prize and a special prize for her interpretation of Stravinsky/Agosti's Firebird (1st prize not awarded) in the international competition Virtuosi per musica di pianoforte, 3rd prize in the international competition Bach's Way in Dobřany and 3rd prize in the Brno ́s piano competition.
In the year 2020, she was awarded the "Pilsen ́s Orfeus'' award for representing the Pilsen region in the field of classical music, namely for the 3rd prize in the “Broumov key” competition. She has performed with several orchestras in the Czech republic. In the season 2024/2025 she performed with Janáčkova Filharmonie in Ostrava as a soloist of the first Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto.
In June 2023 and 2025 she was invited to the Academy in Villecroze for masterclass. In 2021, she got the opportunity to attend the Ševčík Academy in the class of Lukáš Vondráček and Yuri Shadrin. Now she collaborates with Ševčík academy as an accompanist.

Eugen

5.0

(20)

I work according to an effective and fast learning method that...
technical characteristics of the RUSSIAN and GERMAN VIOLIN SCHOOLS
which connects them. I teach all age groups and ability levels.
My teaching is based on an individual approach, tailored to the student.
Level and needs of each individual student. Every student receives a
INDIVIDUAL LEARNING PLAN.
I teach in German, English, Russian and Romanian languages.
Online lessons are also available for students aged 12 and over.
possible.

Learn to play well in the shortest possible time and start your fast track
and effective violin studies today!