The Whitaker Cello StudioWelcome! The Whitaker Cello Studio offers private cello lessons for students of all ages and levels, from complete beginners to advanced players preparing for auditions, college, or professional work. My goal is to help every student develop strong technical foundations while fostering confidence, musical expression, and a lifelong love of music.
Lesson LocationsMason Community Arts Academy (Fairfax, VA)
Weekly private lessons and a vibrant community of young musicians.
Catoctin School of Music (Leesburg, VA)
Private lessons in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Arlington In-home Lessons
Sundays between 1:00–4:00pm. A $10 travel fee applies for in-home lessons.
Rates60 minutes — $110
45 minutes — $85
(Monthly billing, due at the first lesson of each month.
Student AchievementsStudents of the Whitaker Cello Studio have:
Been accepted to leading programs at the Boston Conservatory, UNC Chapel Hill, Shenandoah University, James Madison University, George Mason University, and Florida State University (on full scholarship).
Attended prestigious summer programs including the Eastern Music Festival, Brevard Music Center, and Virginia's Governor's School for the Arts.
Earned leadership positions in Virginia All-State, Regional, and District orchestras.
Performed with youth ensembles including LSYO, TCSYO, AYPO, and WMYO.
Gone on to professional opportunities — including a former student who won a position with the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra just one year after graduating high school.
ContactInterested in lessons or want to learn more?
📧 [email protected]
Lesson LocationsMason Community Arts Academy (Fairfax, VA)
Weekly private lessons and a vibrant community of young musicians.
Catoctin School of Music (Leesburg, VA)
Private lessons in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Arlington In-home Lessons
Sundays between 1:00–4:00pm. A $10 travel fee applies for in-home lessons.
Rates60 minutes — $110
45 minutes — $85
(Monthly billing, due at the first lesson of each month.
Student AchievementsStudents of the Whitaker Cello Studio have:
Been accepted to leading programs at the Boston Conservatory, UNC Chapel Hill, Shenandoah University, James Madison University, George Mason University, and Florida State University (on full scholarship).
Attended prestigious summer programs including the Eastern Music Festival, Brevard Music Center, and Virginia's Governor's School for the Arts.
Earned leadership positions in Virginia All-State, Regional, and District orchestras.
Performed with youth ensembles including LSYO, TCSYO, AYPO, and WMYO.
Gone on to professional opportunities — including a former student who won a position with the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra just one year after graduating high school.
ContactInterested in lessons or want to learn more?
📧 [email protected]