Irina Dolce - Cellist
ELITE
PRIVATE CELLO
MENTORSHIP
Irina Dolce Studio
Bespoke private cello instruction curated for gifted young musicians, competitive audition preparation, and high-achieving adults. Headquartered in Charles Town, WV. our private studio offers elite online mentorship worldwide, with exclusive in-person masterclasses available across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC.
Meet Your Cello Teacher
I'm Irina Dolce, a professional cellist and conservatory trained music educator. With extensive performance and teaching experience, I help students build strong technique, musical confidence, and a genuine connection with their instrument.
Whether you are just beginning, developing your skills, or preparing for an important audition, lessons are tailored to your individual goals and level.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Principal Cello — Loudoun Symphony Orchestra (2026–Present)
• Cello Instructor — Catoctin School of Music (2026–Present)
• Principal Cello — NIH Philharmonia (2021–2026)
• Section Cello — Loudoun Symphony Orchestra (2018–2021)
• Principal & Section Cello — Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra (2018–2021)
• Principal Cello — Symphony Orchestra of the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan (2016–2017)
• Assistant Principal Cello — Symphony Orchestra of the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan (2013–2015)
• Section Cello — Symphony Orchestra of the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan (2010–2013)
• Principal Cello — Musical Comedy Theater Orchestra, Tashkent (2013–2017)
• Principal Cello — State Television and Radio Chamber Orchestra of Uzbekistan (2014)
• Section Cello — National Symphony Orchestra of Uzbekistan (2012–2013)
EDUCATION
• Bachelor's Degree in Stringed Instruments (Cello), State Conservatory of Uzbekistan
• Bachelor's Degree in English Language, Uzbek State University of World Languages
• Republican Musical College of Tashkent
• Children's Music School, Tashkent
LANGUAGES
English • Russian
Cuba G.
Online
Great first lesson. Learned new methods to improve bowing. Looking forward to the next lesson
Posted Apr 3, 2020
Paul Dunham
Student's Home
I am coming to the cello as a brand new beginner. I have play around with some fretted instruments, ukulele, banjo, etc. But Irina was super at getting me relaxed, focused on basics and encouraging me with small, but important mechanics and technical details. I have taken other music lessons like sax, so could compare. I totally enjoyed the start of my cello training.
Oh, btw, I'm retired and over 65!!!
Posted Aug 8, 2019
Choose the Right Cello Lessons for You
Foundations of Excellence
Set your child on a distinguished musical path from their very first note. Our private cello studio cultivates flawless posture, technical discipline, and innate musical confidence within a focused, high-standard environment that ensures their talent is properly nurtured from day one with our elite private cello mentorship.
Competitive Audition Mastery
For serious young cellists aiming for elite orchestral chairs, youth symphony placements, and cello conservatory preparation. Leveraging personal principal cellist credentials, Irina Dolce provides intensive private cello mentorship in advanced repertoire, orchestral excerpts, and the vital performance psychology required to command any jury panel.
The Executive
Creative Escape
Tailored exclusively for ambitious professionals, executives, and adult creatives seeking a sophisticated mental reset. Whether you are discovering the instrument or returning to a life long passion, your training is approached as a premium, highly rewarding mastery experience adapted completely to your schedule through our elite private cello mentorship.
