I grew up in Seattle and began studying cello as a Suzuki student at age five. As a youth I soloed with the Northwest Chamber Orchestra and performed in master classes for Lynn Harrell and Ralph Kirshbaum. I studied Cello Performance at Indiana University and the University of Washington where I received my BA in Music.
I have been a cello teacher in the Suzuki Method for 20 years and the former cello director at the Suzuki Institute of Seattle. I believe that with encouragement, patience, student/parent/teacher commitment, and – most importantly – love, all children can learn and become enriched by music. My students have gone on to study at major conservatories, such as the Royal Conservatory of Scotland and Lawrence University, been finalists in the Seattle Young Artists Concerto Competition, and have composed music for the Seattle Symphony. I look forward to discussing how my experience and our mutual appreciation for music can benefit your child and family!
-Peter
Visit my blog to learn more, or contact me to arrange an observation or trial lesson!