Erin Ellis, Assistant Professor of Cello
Welcome to the cello studio at WVU!
We are an inclusive and collaborative community of cellists that value a well-rounded approach to artistic excellence. We have a warm, fun, and focused studio, and we prioritize growing as cellists and as people with integrity and creativity. Members and alumni of our studio are quite active, both on and off-campus. Our alumni teach and perform here and abroad.
Listen to the cello ensemble on the Country Roads Album (a student-run project): http://monhillsrecords.com/country-roads/
Student activities and accomplishments include:
- Prominent string teaching placements in WV, VA, MD, PA, and OH
- Acceptance to prestigious summer festivals, including Green Mountain Chamber Music, Apple Hill, Brevard, Renova, and Sewanee Summer Music Program
- Teaching preparatory students through WVU’s Community Music Program and through private studios
- Performing with regional ensembles
- Receiving Suzuki Training through Book 10 (many with competitive scholarship funding)
- Receiving significant scholarships and fellowships for further studies
Studio events and offerings include:
- Cello ensemble
- Technique classes
- Performance classes
- Community engagement
- Baroque sonata duo project
- Listening projects
- Artistic administration and program development projects
- Cello Day event
- Suzuki training
- Masterclasses with guest cellists
- Alexander Technique workshops
- Numerous faculty recitals, student recitals, and guest artist concerts on campus
- Access to several major cultural centers within driving distance
Interested in auditioning to be a cello major at West Virginia University?
Auditions are required. Learn more about our audition dates. Please contact Erin Ellis directly to arrange a sample lesson during your visit to WVU.
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Contact
Erin.Ellis@mail.wvu.eduAssistant Professor of Cello
West Virginia University