Cello Lessons

I had my first lesson with Jeanne when I was in 4th grade. Now, as a high school graduate, I can confidently speak about the impact Jeanne has had in my life. I started off as a shy kid who never answered her questions, for years I didn’t speak a word. But she always believed in me. Her knowledge for cello performance is impeccable and unmatched. I credit all my musical accomplishments to her skillful teaching and insight. For 8 years of All County performances, NYSSMA Festivals and Area All State, she has always been there to guide me. I will cherish the 9 years of cello lessons I took with Jeanne and I cannot recommend her enough! [June 2022]

I started lessons with Jeanne Fox because I wanted to switch instruments, from violin to cello.  She made that transition as easy as possible for me, and has made me love playing more than I ever thought I could.  She is the best teacher any person looking to love playing cello could have! [June 2022]

 I recently started studying with Jeanne and although I’d been playing cello for 9 years prior, I can confidently say my teachers and myself have seen a great improvement in my musicianship overall! Jeanne has excellent technique and makes learning cello technique much easier.  She’s a wonderful teacher and I’m confident that my technique and understanding of cello would not have been as improved without the help and guidance of Jeanne Fox!  [June 2022]

Jeanne teaches me and makes it fun. I love cello because I get to play different notes and scales and on the drums I can’t. Jeanne made me love cello because she’s the best.

~ Jayden M., 6 years old 

 I first met Jeanne in her teaching studio, the 2nd floor of an old barn.  Sunlight streamed through the window catching dust particles, bookshelves were piled high with all kinds of music, it was overwhelming.  But what I did learn is that Jeanne is an amazing musician, choosing to spend her time teaching and passing along the secrets of good cello technique.   The best teacher I've had in five years.  June, 2018

Having studied under Jeanne Fox for my entire high school career, I can say that I would not have the strong musical backing that has gotten me where I am today if it was not for her and our lessons! She has the ability to reach students at all ages and help them channel their fullest potential as cellists through her genuine and compassionate love for her students and music. If you have the opportunity to be a Fox kid, do not hesitate to study with Jeanne because she is a once in a lifetime teacher!  May 2022 (Update - Mika is a Masters Graduate in Cello Performance from SUNY Purchase.  Go Mika! )

Jeanne has been a wonderful teacher and mentor throughout my daughter’s first year of playing the cello.  Patient instruction and focus on the fundamentals helped my daughter gain a solid foundation upon which she can grow. Jeanne also makes it a point to get her students playing in front of people by hosting various recitals throughout the year, which instills a sense of confidence.  We are moving from the area, however my daughter is extremely fortunate to have begun her cello playing with Jeanne. We will miss Jeanne very much.

 I’ve played cello since the 4th grade and in that time I’ve had four cello teachers. I met Jeanne and I’ve stayed with her for good reason! Jeanne has been an excellent teacher. My technique has definitely gotten better during my time with her!  I consistently got A’s and A+’s on my NYSSMA evaluations, was in the Chamber Orchestra in school, made All County, and even made Area-All State while I was her student.  I stopped lessons to go to college, couldn’t have ended my cello playing career with a better teacher.  - Monroe Woodbury High School, May 2015