Jezreel Houtz is an award-winning cellist and dedicated teacher. Within just three years of learning the cello, he performed as a soloist with the CKYO Symphony Orchestra. He has also won competitions including the Borchardt Concerto Competition and was named a finalist in the Hilton Head Concerto Competition.

 

Jezreel studied with renowned cellist Suren Bagratuni (1986 Tchaikovsky Competition silver medalist), as well as other exceptional teachers including Dr. Nathan Jasinski (EKU), Sean Hawthorne (ETSU), and Nicola Rohr (Fayette County Schools Orchestra Director). Their guidance shaped the foundation of his artistry and fueled his passion for teaching.

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As a teacher, Jezreel is known for his creative approach. He continually develops new methods to help students practice more effectively, improve faster, and achieve a richer sound. This dedication to student growth inspired him to create the Houtz Cello Method.