A Cellist's Perspective
Meet April Chisholm Studeny
April Chisholm Studeny is an accomplished performer and dedicated teacher whose passion for music shines through both on stage and in the studio.
​She holds a Master of Cello Performance from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Music Performance from the University of Oregon. April is a proud member of the American String Teacher's Association.
April has performed across the U.S. and abroad, including a tour of Spain with the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra. She regularly plays at the Strathmore Music Center with the National Philharmonic, and her performances have graced venues such as the Kennedy Center, the National Cathedral, and the National Presbyterian Church.
Closer to home in Baltimore, April maintains a small private studio where she shares her love of music with students of all ages.
What I Offer
From private instruction to professional performances, discover how music can enrich your life.
"It has been a great year with Ms. Studeny for my daughter. She has been a supportive, passionate and dedicated teacher. She communicates effectively during lessons and encourages her to challenge herself. Most importantly, it is so great to see my daughter smiling after each lesson. I recommend Ms. Studeny to everyone who wants to learn cello."
Kathy Lee
"April is a fantastic teacher! She has been teaching me to play the cello for a little over a year now. When we began, I had never played the cello before, and as a professional computer programmer in my 50s, I realized it would be a challenge. I soon realized, though, that April is not just a great cellist; she's also an excellent teacher."
Alan O'Neill
I have been taking cello lessons with April for 3 years and strongly endorse her as an instructor. She’s patient and tailors the learning to each student. She invests not only in her profession as a cellist, but also as a teacher. This is evident when I stumble with particular concepts and she easily pulls resources from her vast library to supplement my learning.
Heather Lyons
April Chisholm Studeny
Based in Towson, Maryland — serving the Baltimore and Washington DC area
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