William Suh’s teaching portfolio includes a diverse range of students, from adult amateurs to college, high school, and middle school students. Suh brings a wealth of experience gained from his role as a secondary lessons instructor at Yale University’s School of Music. During this time, Suh has worked with students from Yale College, preparing them for auditions and performances with the Yale Symphony and Yale’s Berkeley College Orchestra. He has also served as Instructor of the Passes and Lessons Scholarship Program at the Aspen Music Festival & School.

Suh focuses on imparting technical proficiency, historical context, and emotional nuance to inspire students to express their unique musical ideas; his goal is to instill in them a deep appreciation for the historical significance of each piece while equipping them with the techniques to articulate their narratives effectively. For beginners and intermediate learners, Suh emphasizes foundational exercises to develop the toolkit to express various musical characters. Advanced students delve into nuanced emotions and concepts, working towards crafting a convincing interpretation and discovering their artistic voice.

Suh’s teaching philosophy is rooted in a holistic approach that goes beyond traditional lessons. Through a sincere interest in students' lives and a vision to foster growth in their musical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, this comprehensive development empowers students to become well-rounded musicians grounded in their unique personas. Suh’s studio is a secure yet dynamic environment that encourages students to explore their creative pursuits. Lessons are personalized to each student's interests and aspirations, covering fundamental technique exercises, musicianship, and a thorough understanding of repertoire analysis, music theory and history.

To enhance effective practice, Suh encourages students to maintain daily practice journals, providing feedback for consistency and efficacy—an essential yet often overlooked aspect of music education. Suh collaborates with students and parents to set ambitious goals, which are regularly re-evaluated as students progress and mature. The goal-setting process is considered as vital as achieving them, maintaining a focus on high standards of musical excellence throughout the journey.

Through this collaborative approach, students not only learn to play the cello with joy, confidence, and passion but also develop as generous, ambitious, and intellectually curious individuals. For more information or to schedule a trial lesson please reach out via the CONTACT button on the navigation bar, or completing the form at williamsuh.com/contact.