Chamber Music Coaching with Our Musicians

Personalized coaching to help you grow as a musician, whether you're preparing for a performance, working through challenging repertoire, or exploring chamber music for the first time.

Village High School chamber orchestra students performing for elementary school children in classroom setting

Chamber Music Coaching with Our Musicians

Personalized coaching to help you grow as a musician, whether you're preparing for a performance, working through challenging repertoire, or exploring chamber music for the first time.

Two young women sitting side by side, one playing the cello and the other looking at sheet music in a classroom or music room setting.

How Does Coaching Work?

Coaching sessions are a great opportunity for students who want more personalized guidance, whether you’re preparing for an audition, learning a challenging piece, or improving skills like intonation, rhythm, and ensemble communication.

You do not need to be a member of the Village Chamber Orchestra to sign up for coaching sessions — our program is open to everyone!

What to Expect from Coaching

Two boys are sitting and playing cellos in a music classroom. The room has wall-mounted violins and violas. The boy in the foreground is wearing a navy shirt and beige shorts, while the boy behind him is wearing a blue polo shirt. Sheet music is on a stand in front of them.

  • Coaching sessions typically range from 30 to 60 minutes, depending on your needs and schedule. Everything is flexible and tailored to you!

  • Bring your instrument, any music you would like to work on, a pencil for marking your part, and any questions or goals you want to focus on during the session.

  • Coaching sessions typically range from $20 to $45, depending on the tutor’s experience and location. You can always ask your tutor for more specific pricing details!

  • Unfortunately, The Village School is not open during the summer, so coaching sessions will take place either at your home or at the tutor’s home.

  • Come with an open mind and a willingness to learn. If you have specific goals — such as preparing for an audition or working on a particular piece — let your instructor know when requesting the session so they can prepare accordingly.

  • Many tutors include their contact information in their resumes. Additionally, when you submit the coaching request form at the bottom of this page, the coach you selected will be notified and will reach out to you directly!

Our Tutors

  • Katherine Chan Profession Photo holding a Cello

    Katherine Chan

    Instrument: Cello
    Years of Experience: 4 years
    Location: Sugar Land
    Contact: 832-278-9108

    Experience & Awards
    Hi! My name is Katherine, and I’m a freshman at The Village School who loves music and helping younger students grow. I’m part of Orchestra Leadership and serve as President of our Orchestra Mentor Program, where I get to support beginner musicians, build their confidence, and help them develop strong fundamentals while keeping things fun and encouraging!

  • Yuxuan Li professional Photo wearing a black ball style gown

    Yuxuan Li

    Instrument: Violin
    Years of Experience: 10 years
    Location: Katy
    Contact: 346-267-7993

    Experience & Awards

    • TPSMEA all-state orchestra

    • ⁠⁠Houston Youth Symphony musician

    • ⁠⁠2x Superior TPSMEA Solo and Ensemble

    • ⁠⁠ARSM Violin Music Performance Diploma

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    Karsten Plutt

    Instrument: Cello
    Years of Experience: 4 years
    Location: Memorial
    Contact: 832-665-3130

    Experience & Awards
    As a cellist and an experienced learner myself, I have a natural love for teaching. Being a very patient, warm, and enthusiastic person, I love sharing my love for music through my lessons. Besides being a member of the Orchestra Club, I teach students in various other subjects, and I am an active member of the Village Tutoring Club

  • Andy Wu standing next to a professionally dressed man

    Andy Wu

    Instrument: Cello
    Years of Experience: 7 years
    Location: Cinco Ranch

    Experience & Awards

    • Houston Youth Symphony – Philharmonia & Symphony Orchestras
      (3 Years)

    • Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) All-State Orchestras – Sinfonietta & Philharmonic

    • Private School Music Educators Association (TPSMEA) All-State Symphony Orchestra
      (3 Years)

    • TPSMEA All-State Orchestra: 1st Place Cellist (11, 12); 1st Chair Cellist (11); 2nd Chair Cellist (10)

    • TMEA All-State Orchestra: Top 17/500 (11); Sinfonietta 2nd Chair Cellist (10)

    • The Village School: The Viking Award (1/250; top student in grade for all-around achievement in academics, arts, athletics, leadership, and community service) (10, 11); Honor Roll (9, 10, 11); Musician of the Year (10, 11); Chamber Orchestra Excellence Award (10, 11); Solo and Ensemble Contest Winner (10, 11)

    • Nord Anglia Education Global Strings Competition: Senior Division Champion (10)

    • American String Teachers Association Festival: Division Winner (9)

    • Tri-M Music Honor Society (11, 12)

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    Celine Liu

    Instrument: Violin, Piano
    Years of Experience: 10 years
    Location: Richmond

    Experience & Awards

    • Superior at Piano Ensemble Competition at 8

    • Superior for Violin Trio at 13

    • Honors rating at Violin test in 2024

Let’s Get Started

Ready to schedule coaching? Fill out the form below with your availability and goals, and we will get back to you within 1-2 business days to confirm your session.