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Cello student at the University of Central Florida. Professional experience as educator and orchestral cellist. Teaches students of all skill levels and ages!
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About Christian
Christian Ovalle is a cellist with performance experience across the United States, performing under conductors including Gustavo Dudamel, Eric Jacobsen, Daniel Bartholomew Poiser, and Kirt Mosier. He has performed in renowned venues such as Walt Disney Concert Hall, Kennedy Center, Steinmetz Hall, Colburn School, Emory University, and the University of Southern California. Notably, Christian was featured in a music video at Walt Disney World that garnered over 95 million views on YouTube. In recent times, he has participated in master classes with David Ying, Melissa Kraut, Ismael Guerrero, and Natalie Helm. Christian has maintained an active lifestyle of involvement in professional development, artistry, education, and advocacy. In the summer of 2024, Christian attended the Sphinx NAAS Audition Intensive in partnership with the New World Symphony in Miami Beach where he participated in mock auditions, lessons, masterclasses, and panels with orchestral professionals. In January of 2024, he was awarded a fellowship to attend Sphinx Organization’s SphinxConnect 2024 Conference: Amplify, the largest and longest-standing convening dedicated to diversity and inclusion in classical music. During the summers of 2023 and 2024, he attended the National Symphony Orchestra Summer Music Institute (NSO SMI) on full scholarship, holding the Paula & Tom Mims Chair at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. In March of 2023, Christian was one of two collegiate cellists selected to perform in a masterclass with David Ying at the annual ASTA National Conference. Previously, in the summer of 2022, he took part in the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s YOLA National Festival Symphony on full scholarship, debuting in Walt Disney Concert Hall under the baton of Maestro Dudamel. Christian was later accepted as a fellow in the YOLA National Institute Fellowship 2022-2023. As an El Sistema USA student, Christian is deeply committed to accessible music education, volunteering at free tuition music programs and mentoring low-income high-risk youth. He aims to contribute to the expansion of accessible music programs across the country. Currently pursuing a BM in Cello Performance at the University of Central Florida, Christian performs with the UCF Symphony Orchestra, UCF Cello Choir. He serves as a section cellist for the Space Coast Symphony and substitute for the Tallahassee Symphony. He also maintains an active private cello studio, teaching students of all levels. Outside of music, he enjoys bass fishing, penny-boarding, competitive table tennis, and rooting for the Tampa Bay Rays.
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- All levels
- English
- Spanish
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Spanish
As a dedicated educator, I tailor my approach to each student's unique level, learning style, and musical goals. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, I adapt my teaching methods to help you grow with confidence and skill.
With experience in both educational and professional settings, I offer not only technical guidance but also career advice for those aspiring to pursue music. I believe that with the right support, determination, and practice, any dream is within reach.
If you have any questions or would like to inquire about lessons, feel free to reach out!
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Christian has been a wonderful teacher for my child. He has helped him grow confident in his playing, and has introduced more complex pieces that used to intimidate him. He is very patient and caring and always provides extra attention.
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- 5h: R4447
- 10h: R8893
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