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Applied Cello
“A life in music offers abundant possibilities to perform, travel, learn and teach, and above all, it generates happiness and fulfillment which keep you energized and motivated.”
Dr. Racheli Galay-Altman
Applied Cello
Dr. Galay-Altman joined the VanderCook faculty in 2007. She has a doctorate of musical arts in cello from Northwestern University, a master of music in cello from Indiana University, and a bachelor of arts in musicology from the University of Tel-Aviv. She is also on the faculty of the Music Institute of Chicago, where she teaches cello, orchestra and improvisation classes. Dr. Galay-Altman performs internationally as soloist, chamber musician and recitalist. She has soloed with such orchestras as the Zagreb Philharmonic (Croatia) and the Lublin Philharmonic (Poland) and was a member of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. Dr. Galay-Altman has premiered works by American, European and Israeli composers and has made recordings for WFMT, Radio France and Kol Ha’Musika (Israel).
Welcome to the cello studio at VanderCook. Your studies will include a weekly cello lesson that will incorporate cello technique, concert level repertoire, and sight-reading. In addition, you will play in the VanderCook Philharmonic Orchestra and in a chamber group where you will perform standard repertoire and new music. Through your lessons, classes, and the various performance opportunities offered at VanderCook, you will advance your playing, musicianship, and teaching skills. At VanderCook you will become a well-rounded music educator certified to teach orchestra, band, choir, and general music and knowledgeable about 18 instruments. VanderCook is a community of music enthusiasts where students, faculty, and staff know each other well and work in a supportive and positive atmosphere. I am delighted to help you meet your goals for your own playing and teaching career.
Are you thinking about becoming a music teacher? If so, I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have about teaching music. I'd also love to chat with you about what VanderCook has to offer and what you can expect if you choose to study cello here. Feel free to contact me at rgalayaltman@vandercook.edu for more information.
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Contact Racheli Galay-Altman:
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rgalayaltman@vandercook.edu
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