Bethany is as talented an instructor as she is a cellist. She brings knowledge, skill-set, and enthusiasm to my daughter’s lessons that reflect her years of training. She is able to seamlessly scaffold complex music theory and technique in a way that creates a fun and enriching learning environment. She manages to challenge students, while still remaining upbeat and encouraging; making sure to point out the positive aspects of even the most onerous practices. My daughter adores her and looks forward to lessons!

I took cello lessons as a kid but it has been many years since I have played. I wasn’t really sure what was out there for adult cello students. I am so glad that I found Bethany and the Buffalo Cello School! Bethany is an excellent teacher – tuned into an individual’s strengths and interests, and patient and encouraging as you work on new skills and goals. She is a talented cellist herself. Most importantly, she is genuinely excited to see you improve your cello playing. I am enjoying my second time around with the cello, thanks to Bethany’s instruction.Shelley W., Adult student

I was a little concerned whether cello would be appropriate for my 7-year-old daughter (just turned 7 at the time) who had no music experience at all. However, meeting Miss Bethany made it all possible! Bethany is very professional, but doesnt put too much pressure on children. She is very talented (listening to her playing cello during lessons is an additional benefit from having her as a cello teacher) and a great teacher. She knows exactly what children need, she helps them understand music in general, and makes learning cello fun for them. My husband and I are still talking about how fortunate we are to have her for our daughter’s first music teacher. We call her lesson time ‘Miss Bethany magic.’ We’ve had Bethany for two years, and my daughter is still having so much fun; she is eager to learn and expects lessons with Miss Bethany every week. If I knew that there was a cello teacher like Bethany, I would have begun cello lessons for my daughter much earlier!

I decided to try my hand at cello after playing drums and flatpick guitar for many years. I found Bethany online through theThumbtack app.Really glad I chose her as a teacher. She has great patience for beginner players and brought me along very slowly and always has great tips and technique ideas to improve my playing. I would highly recommend her to anyone who has an interest in learning how to play this beautiful but challenging musical instrument.

My daughter has taken lessons for a number of years and we have found the teacher to be such a thoughtful and caring person who not only teaches technique but helps to nurture a lifelong love of music. My daughter adores the cello and takes a lot of pride in the her lessons.Ann Beckley-Forest

Bethany is a professional, organized and dedicated teacher. I am always impressed by her ability to reign in and captivate, my fidgety little boy. She is full of creative musical games that make the process enjoyable for the student. I appreciate that Bethany works with what works best for your family, and her expectations are within reach.

Bethany has been a great, and inspiring, teaching to my eight-year-old, whos been taking cello with her since he was five. Shes taught him the music and the technique, of course. But many benefits have been more subtle. Shes taught him that its up to him to know a beautiful sound when he makes it. And shes helped him stick with it through those inevitable rough spots where he didnt feel he was making progress or didnt see the point. Bethany has a gentle and empathetic style that draws my kid in and keeps him excited about playing.

Bethany Erhardt puts her heart and soul into teaching students. She quickly identifies the strengths and weaknesses with cellists, and designs lessons focusing on growth and development. Our son Jonah took a year off from cello, and then decided he wanted to play again. She got him on track in short order, and brought him back to grade level. He loves working with her. Its obvious that most of her students feel the same.