My journey of cello, from an absolute beginner as an adult. I have taken cello lessons from Monica for the last three years. Monica is warm, kind, pleasant, full depth of music knowledge, great musician, and she has given me customized attention that I needed. It has been so wonderful learning process under Monica's instructions and inspiration. With Monica I know that I only improve and get better with my cello. Thank you Monica for all your support.
We came to Monica because she follows the Suzuki method of lessons. She has studied music, studied Suzuki teaching, and continues regular professional development. We stay with Monica because she is energetic, kind, musical, attentive, caring, focused, and passionate about music, playing the cello, and offering these to her students. Monica makes learning the cello fun! Her studio and her cello get decorated for special events. There are new challenges for students to aspire to, and creative ideas to engage students, drawing out hard work and musical results in a way that doesn't seem like work. Being part of Monica's cello studio involves regular group lessons and recitals. The recitals allow the students the opportunity to show off, and feel pleased with, all they've achieved. And more! Group lessons build a sense of community between Monica's students, through games and light hearted competition. But make no mistake - what the students consider to be nonsense games each develop skills and techniques relevant for playing the cello. My experience of my son's lessons with Monica is that she is a highly trained, exacting but sensitive teacher, who interacts tenderly but firmly with her student, resulting in happy, hard working, beautiful musicians.
Monica is a fantastic teacher, she knows how to bring out the best in her students at both an individual level and a group level, she tailors her teaching to align to the students needs, my son is shy so this has helped him to be more confident, we are very happy to be a part of her studio.
As an adult cello student, my experience with Monica has always been a positive, supportive and encouraging one. Her boundless enthusiasm and love for cello makes her an ideal mentor with this tricky instrument. She is also meticulously organised and has a lovely, friendly manner. I would recommend her to students of any age.
Monica is an amazing cello teacher. I've been learning with her for over a year and she's been incredibly patient and I'm happy with my progress. As an adult learning a new instrument it can be daunting, but Monica makes the process enjoyable.
Monica is an extremely gifted & dedicated and patient cellist, possessing all the qualities of a great teacher, keeping students engaged & interested. Teacher, mentor & role model; guiding aspiring students on their musical journey. Monica always gives 100% in everything she does.
Monica is great with kids. She knows how to keep the lessons educational yet fun. We have seen some major improvements in our son's cello progress this year. He is enjoying cello more and more as his confidents and playing ability improves. Monica is a great teacher. We would highly recommend her.
Monica Lima is the best cello teacher I’ve had. She is professional, caring and highly motivating. If you’re looking for a great cello teacher, you can’t get a better one than Monica.
My daughter Rebeca started cello at the age of five with Monica. She is a teacher who teaches with the heart. She loves what she does! I have no words to thank her for having captivated Rebeca in a playful and creative way. Always with a smile and word of encouragement. Thank you very much dear teacher for everything!
Monica is a very pleasant, inspiring teacher and person. Her professional approach ensures my lessons are always of the highest standard and tailored specifically to my needs. She has a great breadth of technical knowledge and musical experience. I am a mature student and can not recommend her highly enough as a teacher.
Monica is a very attentive, patient and efficient teacher. I was nervous about starting to play a new instrument but within a couple of classes Monica helped me maintain a can do attitude with plenty of practice to help develop my skills. Monica is a great cello teacher, I will be continuing lessons with her in the new year and look forward to work with her once again. I highly recommend Monica for any cello student.
When I visited Monica's music class for toddlers, I was immediately drawn in to infectious enthusiasm, wonderful smile and well thought out progressive approach for little people. I have seen literally thousands of teachers in action. It was immediately clear to me that Monica is no ordinary teacher - she blends her depth of knowledge with her genuine enthusiasm to spark a love of music in people, and little children in particular. I highly recommend Monica as a brilliant teacher and a delightful person wrapped into one dynamic lady!