Welcome to Dr. Teregulov’s Cello Studio!

Mission Statement and Teaching Philosophy

            Every student is unique and deserves to be embraced for their individuality. As an educator, I aim to create a safe and supportive learning environment where each student feels seen, heard, and valued. My teaching philosophy is rooted in the idea that I will not have all the answers, but I will make every effort to give my students all the necessary tools to find those answers without my guidance in the future. I am not just teaching a cellist but fostering an individual who will become a well-rounded member of our future society.

            In my method, I emphasize the importance of learning from your own body. We all have different bodies and different thought processes. I believe that embracing our natural movements not only allows us to play better and more efficiently but also promotes healthy habits and prevents performance-related injuries in the future. By embracing each student's uniqueness, I can help them to reach their full potential and become confident, independent, and creative individuals.

My Education

•     Doctor of Musical Arts – Louisiana State University

•     Master of Music – University of South Florida

•     Bachelor of Music – Ufa State Academy of Arts, Russia

•     High School - Secondary Special School of Musically Gifted Children, Russia

Session and Scheduling

           Dr. Teregulov Studio offers lessons in three annual semesters: Fall, Spring, and Summer. The Fall and Spring contain 15 sessions, while the Summer contains 6 sessions. Weekly lessons will be scheduled on a regular basis for each semester based on mutual availability. Both weekdays and weekends are available and will be discussed with each student individually.

Tuition and Payment Options

Current tuition rates are listed below*:

·      $65 – 60-minute lessons

·      $50 – 45-minute lessons

·      $40 – 30-minute lessons

* Rates may be adjusted due to inflation on a yearly basis with a notice in advance. 

            Students may pay tuition for a semester in full or may pay in monthly installments. The monthly installments are calculated on the tuition figure for the entire session and then divided by the number of months in the sessions - yielding an equal monthly installment amount, regardless of the number of classes or lessons received in a month. Current payment options: Cash, Venmo, Zelle, and checks.

            Students electing to pay in full must pay the total at the beginning of the semester. Students electing to pay in installments must pay all installment payments on the first week of each month. In an instance of additional lessons, those can be paid on lesson-by-lesson basis.

Make-up Lessons and Cancellation Policy

            A minimum of 24-hour notice will be necessary to request a make-up lesson (except in the case of illness, emergency, or natural disaster). I suggest taking advantage of the online lesson option (Zoom, FaceTime, etc.). Since I am both full-time faculty and a concert performer, I will have engagements throughout the year that will disrupt my regular schedule from time to time. In that case, I will do my best to provide an advanced notice, and a make-up lesson will be arranged based on mutual availability. If the lesson time is missed due to late arrival of the student, the missed time will not be made up.

 Recital and Performance Opportunities

            During the Fall and Spring semesters, students will be provided with formal performance opportunities. Performances are highly encouraged, but not required, for K-12 students. If the performed work(s) require piano accompaniment, the student is responsible for covering the fee of the collaborative pianist.