Robin Howe, M.Mus, B.Mus
About Robin
Robin has completed a Master of Music degree and Bachelor of Music degree in cello performance and literature from the University of Western Ontario. He has studied privately with Thomas Wiebe, Paul Widner, and Gisela Depkat. Robin has also studied chamber music with Mark Fewer and Victor Yampolsky. Robin's professional performing experience includes playing with the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra, Toronto Concert Orchestra, Ontario Philharmonic Orchestra, Kingston Symphony, Canadian Sinfonietta, National Academy Orchestra, Orchestra London, Bach Elgar Choir, Canzona Chamber Players, Fanshaw Chorus London, and the epic heavy metal band Operus.
Mr. Howe enjoys playing many different genres of music from classical to metal. He is a member of the heavy metal band Operus, who recently completed their first tour in Mexico to promote their debut album Cenotaph. Operus will now be performing in Mexico as part of the Force Metal Fest festival on October 6-7, 2018. Slayer, System of a Down, Rob Zombie, Alice in Chains, Steel Panther, Stone Temple Pilots, BUSH, POD, Lamb of God, Anthrax, Dokken, Danzig, and many other bands will be performing at this open air festival. Robin has also shared the stage with such acts as Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Michael Bolton and Roger Hodgson. Robin has also been a part of the Accademia Europea del'Opera festival held in Lucca, Italy.
As a teacher, Mr. Howe is committed to educating young people in music. In addition to Sistema, he maintains a private teaching studio and is passionate about sharing his love of music with youth. To learn more about our cello lessons click here.
Philosophy Of Teaching
Lessons are tailored to suit students’ needs, goals and desires. I believe the work accomplished in the six days between lessons is just as important as the lesson itself. It is often nice to have goals such as performances, recitals etc., that allow students to share and feel proud of their accomplishments.
Music lessons have been proven to benefit students in so many areas of life. The study of an instrument refines discipline and patience, improves academic achievements and develops physical skills…not to mention it is incredibly rewarding and fun!
I encourage proper set up and technique from the very first lesson and I am comfortable teaching many different styles of music. Lessons are tailored to suit students’ needs, goals and desires. Consistent practice is the key to achieving results. I believe the work accomplished in the six days between lessons is just as important as the lesson itself. I also encourage my students to perform in the recitals that Neighbour Note presents. It is often nice to have goals such as performances, recitals etc., that allow students to share and feel proud of their accomplishments.