Katie McShane

Teaches: Cello, Violin/Fiddle, Piano

Pronouns: She/her

Katie McShane is a cellist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and holistic music educator.  As a cellist, she is passionate about unlocking the resonance of the instrument.  She loves helping her students of all ages develop healthy technique and a rich singing tone.  Katie is also very adaptable and is always exploring odd corners of the musical world as a creative musician.  Years of varied performance experience and a degree in Contemporary Improvisation from New England Conservatory have given her a wide musical lens.  Katie’s training also includes a degree in Music Education from Ithaca College, and many years of experience as both a classroom and private teacher.  She specializes in teaching young children the piano, fiddle, and cello in an exploratory and playful manner. Her students learn both by ear and by reading as they build practical skills, broad musical understanding, and a joyful relationship to music.