Cello Lessons with Emily R.

Emily Roberts is a Canadian-American cellist and teacher based in New York City, currently pursuing a Master’s Degree at the Mannes Conservatory of Music under the mentorship of Matt Haimovitz. Emily holds a Bachelor’s Degree in cello performance as well as a Graduate Diploma in performance from McGill University’s Schulich School of Music. Her musical training has been influenced by working with influential cellists including Gary Hoffmann, Marc Coppey, and Rafael Rosenfeld at international festivals such as the Mozarteum Summer Academy, International Holland Music Sessions, Le Domaine Forget, and Orford Musique.

Emily has been the recipient of awards including the Austrian Society Scholarship, Le Domaine Forget Stepping Stones Fellowship, Interlochen Fine Arts Award, and the Cassel Grub Scholarship. Her professional performance experience includes principal roles with the Mannes Symphony Orchestra, McGill Contemporary Music Ensemble, McGill Symphony Orchestra, and the Orchestre de la Francophonie. As a music educator, Emily’s teaching style focuses on building a strong foundation in fundamental cello technique combined with music theory and historical context to develop confident, well-rounded artists. She is deeply committed to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment that nurtures both musical growth and a lifelong love of music.