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Learn to play the cello
with Cello Discovery™
Expert step-by-step online cello course for the adult learner
Follow the curriculum – or pick-and-choose what you want to learn
Learn the cello online with a program designed specifically for adults. Whether you’re a complete beginner or returning to the cello after years away, you’ll find a wealth of content to guide you.
Cello Discovery offers structured courses, downloadable practice materials, interactive play-along scores, weekly live Zoom classes and a community of support – all of which will help you improve with confidence.
What’s
Included ?

500+ Video Lessons
Get instant access to our carefully sequenced cello lesson curriculum. No previous music knowledge required.

Interactive Music
Play along with professionally recorded, interactive video accompaniment tracks. Adjust tempo, loop parts and more.

Weekly Zoom Classes
Sessions on practice, motivation, music theory, gear and more. Guest interviews with music specialists, Live Play Along sessions and Masterclasses.

Inhouse Community
Share your progress in our friendly and supportive Cello Discovery community. Ask questions any time and get regular freedback from a master teacher.

Virtual Cello Choir
A couple times a year we will play a virtual concert together. Members record their part and the piece will be edited together.
Watch our latest performance.

Get to know Cello Discovery
Check our or free lessons and explore our free guides and sheet music.
Whether you are a beginning student or an intermediate player there is a perfect starting point for you in our curriculum.
Can You Learn to Play the Cello in Just One Year?
Meet Dena and her husband, Ed (and curious pup, Ellie). At our recent member challenge, Dena submitted a video performing on her cello. She’s been playing exactly one year and learning exclusively on Cello Discovery.

Hi, I’m Carolyn Hagler, the Founder & Director of Cello Discovery
I am a professional cellist and cello teacher. Connecting people through music is my true calling, and teaching students the magic of music is the ultimate goal of Cello Discovery – at any age or stage of life.
I am a tenured member of the Austin Symphony Orchestra and hold a Master of Music degree in performance from the University of Texas at Austin.
I currently live in Austin, TX with my husband, our dog Annie & our three grown sons.
Don’t take our word for it – take theirs!
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Summer workshop for adult learners
Every summer the Cello Discovery community comes together to enjoy a week of cello playing. Players of all ages and playing levels are welcome.
The 2026 workshop is full. Join our newsletter to learn details for 2027!
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Gain access to all courses and learning materials.
Take part in our weekly Zoom Classes and get to know our lovely community.
Core Plan
$45/month
Recurring monthly tuition. Upgrade anytime. Cancel anytime.
Annual Plan
$420/year
Core Plan with ONE ANNUAL payment at a discounted rate. Recurring yearly tuition. Cancel anytime.
Lifetime Plan
$1260/once
Core Plan with ONE LIFETIME payment at a discounted rate. Permanent access.
Scholarships available for students with financial hardships living outside US, Canada, Australia, Western Europe. Please contact info@cellodiscovery.com
