About Matthew Wiest
Matthew Wiest
Music Teacher, Expert
Location: Rochester, NY
Speaks: English
Instructs: Cello
Education: Bachelor of Music, cello performance (University of Colorado Boulder, 2019-2023)
Master of Music, cello performance (Eastman School of Music, 2023-2025)
Performance Experience: Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra (section cello, 2023)
Music Academy of the West Festival Orchestra (principal cello, 2023, 2024)
New York String Orchestra Seminar (section cello, 2024)
Teaching Experience: Cello Private Lessons, all ages (2019-Present)
Cello Sectional Teacher/Coach (2021-Present)
Chamber Music Coach (2021-Present)
Teaching Philosophy: Valuing open-minded teaching methods tailored to the student sparks their excitement to learn and succeed.
Get to know Matthew Wiest
Matthew is a compassionate, creative, and effective cello teacher of over six years with valuable experience in both private and group lessons. He earned his Bachelor's of Music in cello performance from the University of Colorado Boulder and is currently completing his Master's of Music at the Eastman School of Music. In addition to performing, Matthew has developed a passion for teaching students of all ages and is a firm believer that any student with the excitement to learn can succeed.
Matthew Wiest teaches at:
3349 Monroe Ave Suite 8
Rochester, NY 14618
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