Cello and Piano lessons in DFW
Personalized in-person music lessons focused on strong technique, musical confidence, and relaxed, healthy playing. Lessons are designed around each student’s goals, experience level, and musical background.
“Supportive lessons for growing musicians”
Whether a student is just beginning, preparing for auditions, improving in school orchestra, or looking to build confidence on their instrument, lessons are tailored to their individual needs. Camilo’s teaching emphasizes strong fundamentals, relaxed technique, musical expression, and steady progress.
Lesson Options
Cello Lessons
Camilo teaches cello students from beginner through advanced levels. Lessons focus on sound production, relaxed technique, repertoire, orchestra support, audition preparation, musicality, and confidence. All ages are welcome.
Most common areas of focus in lessons.
School orchestra support
Region/all-state/audition preparation
Solo repertoire and etudes
Technique and sound production
Sight-reading and musicianship
Healthy, tension-free playing habits
Piano Lessons
Camilo also teaches beginner through intermediate piano lessons, drawing from his background studying piano from a young age and experience teaching piano. Lessons focus on reading music, rhythm, basic technique, chords, and building a strong musical foundation.
Most common areas of focus in lessons:
Reading music
Rhythm and coordination
Basic technique
Chords and harmony basics
Musical confidence
Foundational musicianship
Healthy, tension-free playing habits
Teaching Philosophy:
“A clear, encouraging, and technique-focused approach”
Camilo’s teaching style is supportive, patient, and detail-oriented. He helps students build healthy playing habits so they can play with less tension, avoid pain, and develop confidence in their sound.
Lessons are designed to be practical and goal-focused while still keeping music enjoyable. Whether a student is preparing for auditions, improving in school orchestra, or learning music for the first time, Camilo’s goal is to help them grow with confidence, discipline, and musical expression
Lesson Rates
Private lessons are available in the comfort and convenience of your own home, with a base rate of $60per hour plus a travel fee based on distance from McKinney, Texas. A limited number of lessons may also be available at my home studio in McKinney for $60 per hour if that option is preferred.
Interested in Lessons?
Lessons are offered in person in the DFW area, including in-home or travel-based lessons depending on location and availability. Lessons are typically 1 hour long with some flexibility of shorter lessons for younger children. Reach out with the student’s age, instrument, experience level, location, and musical goals. Camilo would be happy to discuss lesson options, rates, and current availability. You can also text/call me at 505-331-7525.
More about the teacher
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