With over 30 years of experience playing the cello, Dan Kassel offers personalized lessons for students of all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner eager to start your musical journey or an advanced player looking to refine your technique, Dan’s expertise and passion for teaching will help you achieve your goals.

Why Choose Dan Kassel for Cello Lessons?

• Decades of Expertise: With over three decades of experience as a performer and teacher, Dan provides a well-rounded approach to cello instruction.

• Strong Classical Foundation: Dan emphasizes classical technique, essential for mastering any style. Beginners will focus on scales and finger exercises, while advanced students explore improvisational techniques and complex compositions.

• Diverse Teaching Experience: Dan has taught in both private and group settings, working with a wide range of students.

  • Notable highlights include:

    • Teaching students at Princeton Junior School.

    • Conducting an assembly and cello masterclass for 600 students at the George School in Newtown, PA.

    • Leading a creative strings workshop for high schoolers at Hopewell Creative Arts Studio in Hopewell, NJ.

• Supportive Teaching Style: Dan fosters a positive and inspiring environment to help students progress confidently and enjoy their learning journey.

Lesson Details

• Location: Lessons are held in Dan’s fully equipped home studio in Hopewell, New Jersey.

• Rates:

  • $70 per hour

  • $40 per half-hour

• Convenient Access: Perfect for students from Princeton, Pennington, Montgomery, Trenton, Lambertville, New Hope, Bucks County, and surrounding areas within a 10-mile radius of ZIP code 08525.

What to Expect from Lessons

• For Beginners: Develop essential skills like posture, bowing, fingering, and music reading, with an emphasis on scales and finger exercises.

• For Intermediate Players: Improve tone quality, master advanced techniques, and explore challenging repertoire.

• For Advanced Students: Refine your artistry, learn improvisational techniques, and prepare for auditions or performances.

About Dan Kassel

Dan Kassel has been playing the cello for over 30 years and is passionate about sharing his knowledge and love for music. His innovative live-looping techniques and creative playing style inspire students to push the boundaries of their musical potential. With a history of teaching in diverse settings, Dan brings both expertise and enthusiasm to every lesson.

Get Started Today

Start your cello journey with lessons designed to inspire and challenge you, no matter your skill level. Contact Dan Kassel today to schedule your first lesson and experience the joy of playing the cello.

"Dan has been my son's cello teacher and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking out an instructor. I have a background in music and years of private teaching experience, so I bring another layer of appreciation for what Dan provides as an instructor. Dan is patient with and truly inspirational for young students. My son leaves his lessons encouraged, excited, and most importantly - motivated to go home and practice! As a parent and musician, seeing my child consistently self-motivate for home practice is probably the biggest benefit I've witnessed from regular lessons with Dan. I also appreciate that Dan is flexible with material and lesson content so that students are able to more deeply explore specific songs/genres that interest them. This is heavily supported with specific technical exercises and suggestions for practice. This combination is a winner for providing both knowledge and creative encouragement. A highly recommended teacher!" -Sarah T.