GETTING STARTED

I started with traditional piano lessons when I was in first grade.  My mom would take me to the Chicago Symphony, and I thought that was really cool. I decided I wanted to play in a group, so I told my mother I wanted to play the clarinet, but I ended up with a flute.   I played flute in orchestra through 8th grade.  It was so much fun that I decided orchestra was where I wanted to be.

Then I in high school, I was placed in a band.  How I missed orchestra music!  Seeing the Chicago Symphony perform, I became aware that in the whole symphony there were only two flute players.  I saw what the future held if I stayed the course.

That sparked a search.  I knew I needed to try a string instrument.  Trouble is, the violin felt awkward, and I was so teeny ­ only 4¹6² ­ in high school, that I couldn¹t see myself trying to hold a bass.

Then I listened to a friend play the cello.  That sealed the deal.   It was so natural for me to play that I decided to devote my time to it.

CELLO STUDIES/ENSEMBLE EXPERIENCE

For more than 30 year,  I¹ve played cello in orchestras and ensembles in the Boston area, including Cape Ann Symphony and Salem Philharmonic.  I'm now a member of a string quartet.  Last summer, I attended Apple Hill's Chamber Music Workshop on scholarship.

PERFORMING

Now, I'm a frequent soloist at special events and weddings throughout the North Shore, Southern New Hampshire and Maine.  Check out reviews to see what people are saying!

Learn with an experienced teacher

Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate cello student – child or adult — you are welcome to come to my home studio.  Please have a look at my lesson page, and give me a call to see if lessons are right for you.

Play with a seasoned ensemble and orchestra performer

Filling out your string ensemble or orchestra?  Your questions and calls are welcome.  Feel free to contact me at stephcello@comcast.net, or call 978-457-5468