Instruction
General
CCS operates on a semester schedule, late August-December and mid January-May. Each semester includes 16 weeks of individual lessons along with 14-15 weeks of group classes. Students have opportunities to perform in two studio recitals each year as well as a part of a weekly informal performance hour in conjunction with Saturday group classes. An annual group class performance takes place in the spring semester and advanced students have additional group performance and outreach opportunities. The summer session is optional and does not include group class. Substitute teachers will be assigned by CCS for extended summer teacher absence; lesson organization and payment is coordinated directly with the sub.
Outdoor lessons for Covid times
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Group Class
Private Lessons
Each CCS student’s lesson is geared towards their individual learning style and level of playing. Parent participation is required for all students through middle school and encouraged beyond with the level of participation changing as the student grows as an individual and cellist. Private lessons are available in 30, 45 and 60 minute lengths. Lessons take place Mon, Tues, Thurs at the Cleveland Cello School and Wednesdays at Church of the Redeemer in Cleveland Heights.
Group Classes
Weekly group classes provide motivation, community, and an extra opportunity for technical and musical development. Parent participation is required through Suzuki book 3 level. Classes for beginner through book 6 take place at Garfield Memorial Church in Pepper Pike on Saturdays between 9-11:30, students in book 6 and above and ages 13-18 are invited to audition for the CelloBration (cello) ensemble which rehearses on Wednesdays from 7:45-9 at the Church of the Redeemer in Cleveland Heights. Group classes are 30-75 minutes in length depending on level, most lasting 45 minutes. A weekly informal performance time is scheduled in conjunction with the Saturday group schedule. The Cleveland Cello believes so stronging in the importance of group classes, there is no additional tuition for group class instruction.