Cello lessons for children and adults | Classical, improvisation, pop - Basel

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Cello lessons for children and adults | Classical, improvisation, pop

From 119.23 € /h

My name is Clara and I'm a cellist, teacher, and performer in Basel. I'm active in many different genres myself, which is why I can teach a wide variety of things on the cello :) It's important to me to create a learning atmosphere where both student and teacher feel comfortable. Student and teacher should meet as equals, as learning is most effective in a trusting environment.

Where do I come from musically?

It has always been important to me to explore all the possibilities my instrument offers. And to be honest, I'm not finished yet; the cello has so many facets to discover! I've already tried many different styles. I completed my Master's degree in Contemporary Music at the Basel Academy of Music in 2025. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Artistic Pedagogy in Freiburg. This gives me a solid foundation for teaching the instrument in a playful way and for unlocking the creativity of my students.

Can you also find me on stage?

Yes, mostly with my jazzy indie-pop band "Partiprivati". We write our own songs and I'm usually responsible for a good bassline :)

But also with Percaso String Quartet, with whom we only play string quartet works by women.

Or in Ensemble IPSO, a music theater project in which we try to blend the boundaries between music, theater and dance.

And always with solo performances at vernissages.

I have a solidarity pricing system, if it concerns you, feel free to write :)
Lessons at the student’s home and preferably in Riehen.

Extra information

Bring a cello, but I can help you find a rental instrument.

Location

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Around Basel, Switzerland

About Me

Where do I come from musically?
It has always been important to me to explore all the possibilities my instrument offers. And to be honest, I'm not finished yet; the cello has so many facets to discover! I've already tried many different styles. I completed my Master's degree in Contemporary Music at the Basel Academy of Music in June. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Music Education in Freiburg. This gives me a solid foundation for teaching the instrument in a playful way and for unlocking the creativity of my students.

What is important to me in class?
Students and teachers should meet at eye level. It's important to me to create an atmosphere in which both feel comfortable and no one feels forced to do anything.

Can you also find me on stage?
Yes, mostly with my indie-pop band. We write our own songs, and I'm usually responsible for a good bassline :)
But also with Percaso String Quartet, with whom we only play string quartet works by women.
Or in Ensemble IPSO, a music theater project in which we try to blend the boundaries between music, theater and dance.
And always with solo performances at vernissages.

Education

Bachelor of Violoncello with artistic-pedagogical profile Freiburg
Master Contemporary Music Basel with major in cello
Further training at festivals such as Darmstadt Summer Courses or IMPULS Festival Graz

Experience / Qualifications

Teaching experience:
Teacher at HomeMusicSchool Freiburg since 2019
Teaching experience since 2018

Competitions:
1st Prize Jugend musiziert 2015 and 2016
Special Pergamentschikow Prize of the Hanns Eisler Berlin with Percaso String Quartet

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

The class is taught in

German

English

Norwegian

Skills

Cello

Children's music

Teaching

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