Emily Rodgers

musician. performer. teacher.

Emily Rodgers is an accomplished cellist and teacher living in Oregon. She offers in person and video lessons, all levels, children to seniors. Also available for solo or ensemble performances.

Awesome for adult beginners

It can be hard to try to learn an instrument as an adult after years of not playing and reading music. Trying to learn to play a string instrument is anxiety squared. I started lessons with Emily two years ago. Since then, the cello has become a rewarding and consuming hobby.

Emily's approach to teaching is stepwise and calming. She starts you slowly and teaches you only what you need to know at that step. She adds complexity as you improve. And she does it with great patience. Before you know it, you are playing pieces you wouldn't have thought you could. 

And it's a bonus to get to hear her play!

Marianne Flagg