Experienced tutor in Cello in New York, Derek offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

I like how he patiently motivates me when I am lacking confidence or are stressed out. He is always able to simplify complicated concepts and help me understand them. He is easy to communicate with and learn from, and I really appreciate that about him. He is also a great cellist; his music is very inspiring.

Derek is a phenomenal teacher! Derek’s lessons are very engaging and he teaches very thoroughly. He cares about the best interests of his students and shows them what they are playing well and what they need to work on. From my lessons with Derek, I love how he makes sure that I understand his suggestion, and doesn’t stop until I show him that I understand the concept and can play it for him. I highly recommend Derek as a teacher for any cello student!