Cello Lessons

Cello Lessons

Cello Lessons for Students Ages 6+

Trusted by nearly 1,400
Franklin & Brentwood families

Cello lesson DETAILS

Located in Cool Springs, we offer in-studio cello lessons for families in Franklin, Brentwood, and the greater Nashville area.

Searching for quality cello lessons near you? ROOTS Academy offers private cello lessons Monday through Saturday, with flexible scheduling options to fit your family’s busy lifestyle.

Our experienced and background-checked teachers (we call them “mentors“) provide 30, 45, or 60-minute weekly lessons in our professionally equipped Cool Springs studio.

Our growth-mindset approach means we celebrate every step of progress, creating an environment where students thrive through both challenges and achievements.

Through our exclusive CODA Music System, students progress through 24 levels of achievement while learning proper bow technique, posture, music reading, and foundational cello skills. This unique curriculum celebrates every milestone, building confidence and life skills like discipline and artistic expression.

Every quarter, our students are invited to showcase their progress at RMA Fest, our signature performance event that celebrates their achievements. Combined with our CODA Music System, this creates a clear path for musical development that keeps students motivated and excited about learning.

Whether your child dreams of playing classical pieces, exploring contemporary music, or performing in an ensemble, our structured yet flexible approach helps them discover and nurture their musical talent.

Expert, Caring Mentors

Our background-checked teachers create a safe, nurturing environment for your child to learn and grow

Exclusive CODA Music System

Watch your child progress through 24 achievement levels, building skills and confidence at every step

Regular Performance Opportunities

Students are invited to showcase their progress at our quarterly RMA Fest showcases

getting started

with Cello Lessons

Starting Cello Lessons at ROOTS Academy is easy! Begin your musical journey today.

Have questions? We’re here to help! Call us at (615) 804-1177 ext 1, email us at music@rootsacademy.com, or text us at (615) 637-9464.

Step 1

request a free trial Cello lesson

Submit your request for a free 30-minute trial lesson—it only takes a few minutes!

Step 2

attend your trial Cello lesson

Experience your first ROOTS lesson by meeting your mentor, enjoying your trial session, and touring our studio!

Step 3

enroll in Cello lessons

Enrolling is easy! Click below to sign up, or after your trial, let our team know you’re ready—we’ll handle the rest.

TRUSTED BY…

testimonials

Don’t take our word for it. Here’s what some of our families have to say about their ROOTS experience.

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Dewayne Strobel
Zhaa Zhaa loves her classes and especially Her teacher Ashley Seagraves.
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Rebecca Wagner
Can't say enough about Roots Academy!
The mentors are fantastic! They are talented and passionate about their craft and come prepared to work with the kids.
The administrative staff is so organized and the communication is excellent. I love that they keep us informed with quick concise emails. They are also so easy to work with and accommodating (injuries, illness, rescheduling etc).
The facilities are so clean!
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Erin Grimmett
The mentors at ROOTS are incredibly thoughtful, provide detailed feedback and support after each lesson, and truly foster a caring atmosphere for children to develop their talents. We have enjoyed our child’s piano and voice lessons at ROOTS.
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Owen Pierce
Love getting voice lessons here! The studio technically has mostly children, but I have still had an incredible experience here as an adult. Stephanie is my vocal instructor and is helping me grow and develop in very significant ways, from improving technique and stretching my ability and gaining confidence. And lessons are always fun and a highlight of my week! 10/10 recommendation.
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avery clark
Stephanie is so amazing and fun!! She is so wise in the musical world. She’s able to work you through any issue or goal you want to reach. Highly recommend Stephanie for voice lessons.
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Sean Ballance
Iliana is a fantastic mentor. Our daughter Cora is so excited for her piano lesson every Saturday!
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Carrie Kinmonth
We have had such a wonderful experience at Roots over the last two years. Dennis and Miguel are amazing mentors and my son is having a blast in the Foundations band class. The staff at Roots is incredibly friendly and helpful. The performances are run so professionally and make my boys feel like rock stars!
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Alyssa Sullivan
Josh has been an incredible drum teacher and mentor for our son, Leo. Over the past two years, Leo’s skill and confidence have improved tremendously. Josh is encouraging, positive, and knows when to push Leo to bring out his best playing. He always takes time to listen to Leo’s ideas for his showcases and thoughtfully answers all of his music theory questions. Beyond being a great teacher, Josh has been a truly positive influence in Leo’s life. We highly recommend him.
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Keith and Blaine Marschner
Meg Dearmin at roots is the BEST! She’s so kind, patient and an all around amazing dance teacher! We are so lucky to have had her the past two years! 💗
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Kate Kennedy
We love Roots! Great communication and we love Cassidy! Her commitment to growing our young singer is greatly appreciated.
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Angelica Brown
We have been part of the Roots community for several years now, and I can honestly say it has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our children. My twins are involved in musical theater and hip hop, and they also practice drums on the music side of the studio—something so special and unique to Roots. My daughter Giada has danced competitively here for the last five seasons, growing not only as a dancer but as a confident, disciplined, and joyful young person.

What first got us in the door was Ms. Liza’s bright, beautiful, beaming smile and the warm, welcoming tour she gave us. From the very first moment, we felt seen, valued, and excited to belong. What has kept us here year after year is the incredible staff and the uplifting, encouraging community they cultivate. The teachers genuinely care about each child’s growth—artistically and personally—and they lead with positivity, kindness, and high standards.

Roots is more than just a dance studio. It’s a place where kids are encouraged to work hard, support one another, and shine as their authentic selves. We are so grateful for the friendships, mentorship, and confidence our daughters have gained here. If you’re looking for a studio that nurtures talent while building character and community, Roots Dance Academy is truly something special. 💛
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Brian Blas
Roots is truly a special place. Liv Ash is my son’s piano teacher, and we couldn’t have asked for a better mentor. Her patience during her lessons, as well as her ability to connect with my son and make music “make sense” to him is beyond phenomenal. He always leaves his time with her excited to share with us what he has learned and played.
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Bob Lauer
Ali has been coming to Roots for over 3 years and all of her instructors have been amazing. Dave Mohr as her guitar mentor and Liv Ash for voice mentoring have been great as Ali has made tremendous strides. Thank you to all and would highly recommend Roots and Dave and Liv!
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Nicholas Adinolfi
We have been so happy with ROOTS and Miss Zoe! She is always kind and encouraging and has done a wonderful job teaching our daughter. My wife and I are always surprised to see how much progress she has made. Thank you!
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Megan Moody
We love Roots Music!! Chris is amazing with our son on drums. He really brings out his personality and makes him excited about learning! Stephanie teaches voice for our daughter. She is building foundations of voice and performing!
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Neha Pradhan (Neha)
Aarya loves Ms Anabelle. We have been part of Roots singing and Dance for more than 3 years now and we love this place. All the mentors are amazing but special shoutout to our very beloved Ms anabelle for making Aarya follow thtough on her dreams❤️❤️
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Katie Hock
Roots Academy has become such a meaningful part of our family’s life. We spend many evenings there, and truly, we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Our children have been so beautifully mentored both in music and dance. We absolutely adore Ms. Kinsey, Ms. Marta, and Ms. Liv for violin, vocals, and piano...they are not only gifted teachers, but patient, encouraging, and deeply invested in their students. Our girls have also grown tremendously in lyrical with Ms. Meg and in ballet with Ms. Bella and Ms. Ava, who bring both discipline and joy into every class.

Roots is more than a studio; it’s a community. There are no better people to be pouring into our kids and imparting their wisdom than the entire team at Roots Academy. We are grateful to call this place a second home.
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Andrea Humble
Our mentors are Dennis (drums) and Kevin (guitar) and we love them. Both of our boys have grown so much in the two years with them and it’s in large part because they are so good at that they do
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Jim E
The teachers are great and very passionate. The kids really enjoy it and have greatly improved. The kids always love performing at the RMA fests!
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Dawn Wiese
Justus is wonderful - my daughter enjoys her sessions. He encourages her to be creative and write music in addition to learning how to play music. Great experience. Roots is also very flexible switching to virtual classes occasionally which has been so helpful on chaotic weeknights.
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Cristina Becerra
Super encantada con todos ustedes ! Y la atención y dedicación que tienen con mi baby!! Ha tenido más confianza y entusiasmo por ir a sus clases de guitarra y violín! Gracias a todos !!
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Prateek Gupta
We couldn’t ask for a better music teacher than Justus Mitchell. For over a year now, he has made guitar and vocal lessons something Vihaan genuinely looks forward to.

He has a great balance of being friendly and respectful while also knowing exactly how to challenge Vihaan to keep him engaged and growing. The progress in both skill and confidence has been incredible.

Highly recommend — he truly knows how to spark and sustain a love for music. 🎸✨
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Kalpana Kolanji
Katie wonderful mentor. She teaches to toddler children excellent
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Mary Jones
We love Roots! Mr Dave and Ms Allison are great teachers. Both my boys enjoy their weekly lessons.
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Sumalatha Dommeti
Nice place to learn different types of activities dance, Piano, guitar, singing etc.
Good atmosphere.
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Lisa Stigliano
We LOVE Roots! Ms. Susana is my son’s guitar teacher and he loves her so much! He is always excited to go to class and he has learned so much especially for a 6 year old it’s unbelievable!! Thanks Roots & Ms. Susana!!
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Camy
My daughter is in a vocal ensemble let by Marta and takes voice lessons with Stephanie. Both of these mentors are phenomenal. They have been a huge source of knowledge and encouragement for my daughter and the growth she's show under their guidance is amazing!
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Abigail Markham
I've had a great few months singing with Mrs. Stefani!! She has made me feel hope that I can achieve my goals and dreams of being a performer! So much so, because with her help I accomplished getting into the school musical "Into the Woods"!! And I've had a great year and a half with Mrs. Emma. She has helped my dancing skills a lot! So much so, that I got into the Dance 2 class at my school!!
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Heather Pereyra
Highly recommend Roots! We’ve had an amazing experience over the past five years. My daughter has grown so much musically and truly loves her teacher, Miss Marilyn. She is incredibly thoughtful and always helps her choose music that matches her interests, which keeps lessons fun and motivating. Most importantly, my daughter has gained so much confidence performing on stage. We are so grateful for Miss Marilyn and the positive, encouraging environment Roots provides
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Jaclyn Lunardi
Zoey is a wonderful piano teacher!! She is patient, kind and makes learning fun.
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Cello Mentors

Teaching isn’t just about learning techniques. Our students are led by passionate and well-trained professionals who recognize their greater role in students’ lives.

introducing

The CODA Music System is our exclusive musical pathway, designed to give ROOTS Music students a clear roadmap from total beginner to college-ready or professional-level musician.

silver

Discovery Level

Students build a solid foundation by learning the basics of music and their instrument—all while having fun and growing their confidence.

gold

Performance Level

Young musicians will deepen their understanding of their instrument while honing performance skills and building confidence on stage.

platinum

innovation Level

As students progress to the Platinum Level, they’ll begin to discover their artistic identity and develop a unique musical style that reflects their individuality.

diamond

Proficiency Level

The Diamond Level represents true mastery of the instrument, equipping students for success at the collegiate or professional level.

The ROOTS Difference

As a member of the ROOTS community, you’ll enjoy the full array of benefits that all our students receive, even as an in-home student.

onstage band program

The ROOTS Academy OnStage Band program offers young musicians the chance to perform as part of their own band! This audition-only, semester-long program fosters community, creativity, and live performance, giving students an unforgettable musical experience.

Music Tuition

A non-refundable $50 registration fee is due at enrollment.

Registration fees are non-refundable.

30-minutes/week

$165

PER MONTH

30-Minute Weekly Lessons

45 Lessons per Year

30-Day Guarantee

Interested in longer weekly lesson times? Ask us about 45- or 60-minute lessons.

our guarantee

We are so confident you're going to love your experience at ROOTS Academy that we guarantee your satisfaction for the first 30 days (four classes or lessons), or your money back.

important dates

  • 2025

  • Aug 11-16 – Music Free Trial Week

  • Sept 1 – Closed for Labor Day

  • Oct 6-11 – Closed for Fall Break

  • Oct 17-18 – RMA Fest (recital)

  • Nov 24-29 – Closed for Thanksgiving Break

  • Dec 22–Jan 3 – Closed for Christmas Break

  • 2026

  • Jan 5 – Classes & Lessons Resume

  • Jan 6 – Summer Camp Registration Opens

  • Jan 10 – Spring Onstage Auditions

  • Jan 19-23 – Music Free Trial Week

  • Mar 9-14 – Closed for Spring Break
  • Mar 31 – Summer Camp $50 Discount Expires

  • Apr 24-25 – RMA Fest (recital)

  • Jun 1 – Summer Camps Begin

  • Jun 29-Jul 4 – Closed for Summer Break

music recitals

What is RMA FEST?

RMA Fest is ROOTS Academy’s signature music recital, offering students the chance to perform in a professional setting and celebrate their musical achievements. Held multiple times throughout the year, each event is a unique opportunity for students to share their progress and hard work with family and friends.

upcoming rma fest dates

  • April 24-25, 2026

more info

THE ROOTS WAY

Our mission is to train & develop musicians and dancers through leadership that inspires, serves and challenges everyone to give their best. We believe passionately in the power of the arts to impact lives and inspire creativity for the benefit of the community and the world.

mindset
matters

(How we Think)

We believe a healthy mindset affects how we show up in and outside the studio.

excellence
matters

(What we Do)

We believe excellence comes when defining & preparing for success is matched with discipline & passion.

people
matter

(How we Act)

We believe a healthy mindset affects how we show up in and outside the studio.

upcoming events

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose which instrument is right for me?2023-02-27T21:12:39-06:00

We know making that first step in choosing your instrument is a tough one. Don’t let that stop you! We are committed to helping your student find the right fit. If you’re unhappy with your mentor or instrument, you can simply let us know and we’ll try a different option. We offer a one-time free trial lesson for all new students to try out your instrument of choice to ensure it’s a good fit. We’re committed to partnering with you to find the absolute best fit instrument and mentor!

How do I choose which music mentor is right for me?2025-01-15T16:47:44-06:00

Every lesson and class is led by instructors that we purposely call “mentors.” We take the responsibility of training the next generation seriously. Each of our mentors is not only thoroughly background checked, trained, and empowered to develop the student’s gifts and talents, but also to build trusted and reliable connections. We believe that if the students trust the environment and mentor, they will thrive and grow faster. You can meet our Music Mentors here!

Can I change my instrument or my mentor?2023-02-27T21:17:13-06:00

Absolutely. Making an instrument or mentor change is easy. Simply contact our office at (615) 804-1177 or music@rootsacademy.com and let them know what you’d like to do. They’ll be happy to talk you through your options.

If I miss a music lesson, can I make it up?2024-01-11T15:51:14-06:00

Absolutely! As long as we hear from you at least 24 hours before your scheduled lesson, you will receive a once-monthly make-up for your missed lessons.

Make-ups are not permitted for no-shows or multiple missed lessons per month.

How do I stop my music lessons?2025-04-07T09:32:49-05:00

We offer hassle-free withdrawals and/or temporary lesson holds. The only requirement is to submit your request to withdraw at least 15 days prior to the next billing cycle. Withdrawal requests must be submitted in writing using this form. Withdrawals will be processed within three business days.

How do I claim the 30-day money back guarantee?2025-01-07T13:57:22-06:00

The money-back guarantee is based on the following requirements:

  • The student is required to attend four consecutive weeks of lessons/classes
  • Parent/student must notify the front office regarding their dissatisfaction by the third week, giving us an opportunity to improve your learning experience.
  • Refunds will be paid by check and delivered within 10-14 business days.
Can I put my music lessons on hold for the summer, sports, etc.?2025-01-07T13:54:38-06:00

Absolutely! We offer a temporary hold for music lessons that allows students to keep their mentor, lesson day/time, and current tuition rate for a discounted rate each month. You can read up more on Lesson Holds here.

If I miss a music lesson, do I get a make-up?2024-01-11T15:55:02-06:00

Students are offered 1 make-up credit per lesson type per month for cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled lesson. Make-up lesson availability is limited and varies by mentor, and we encourage students to make every effort to attend their regularly scheduled weekly lessons either ins studio or online via Zoom. Make-up credits expire 30 days after date issued.

Click here for instructions on how to schedule a make-up lesson.

Do you offer bi-weekly music lessons?2022-08-08T17:33:14-05:00

In order to ensure consistency and the best progress possible, we do not offer bi-weekly lessons. We see the best growth for students who attend lessons weekly. However, we do offer online lessons through Zoom, so if life gets in the way, students are always welcome to have their lesson at home!

How does music lesson enrollment work?2023-06-28T17:39:15-05:00

We have several options available for weekly music lessons:

  • 30 minute lessons ($165/month)
  • 45 minute lessons ($245/month)
  • 60 minute lessons ($330/month)

When you enroll in music lessons, you reserve a day & time on a mentor’s calendar that will be yours until you decide to change your schedule or discontinue lessons.

Music students are not locked into long-term commitments as tuition is billed monthly, however, we recommend committing to lessons for at least a year in order to see instrument progress, especially for beginners.

If you’re ready to enroll in music lessons, click here!

questions?

If you have any questions about our program, please don’t hesitate to call, text or email us. We’re here to help you Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm CST.

EMILY LINDSEY – Music Director
JOSH ASHLEY – Systems & Strategy Manager
MARTA PALOMBO – Music Operations Coordinator
Kinsey Overdeer – Scheduling Coordinator

EMILY LINDSEY
Music Director
JOSH ASHLEY
Music Operations Manager
ALEXYS HALSTENSGARD
Music Operations Coordinator
LORI KAIRDOLF
Schedule & Billing Coordinator

Music offers in-studio, in-home, and online music lessons on piano, voice, guitar, drums, violin, ukulele, songwriting, music production, and more! Band, ensemble and group classes are also available.

Dance offers a wide array of preschool, recreational, and competitive dance classes for ages 18 months to 18 years. Classes are available Monday through Saturday in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip-hop, acro, and more.

Musical Theatre combines acting, singing, and dancing into one story-filled show. Classes, camps and productions are available for ages 7-18 years.

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