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Will Teegarden plays Cello
J.S. Bach- Prelude from Suite No.1 for Solo Cello
Home- Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros (cello cover)
J.S. Bach- Sarabande from Suite No. 3 for Solo Cello (recorded for the Erie Philharmonic)
Amazing Grace for Cello Trio
Flute and Cello Duo
At an educational outreach performance for a pre-school, but also just a cute photo!
Overview
I provide the highest quality musicianship to make your event extra special and memorable. I am a passionate, dedicated, versatile musician who brings a vast wealth of musical knowledge, experience, ability, and intuition to any and every performance. No matter the venue, I guarantee an open-minded collaborative process to produce a beautiful, moving performance.
See below for my basic wedding package and other rates!
Reviews
7 reviews
Saira H.
June 17, 2023Magnificent
Will was a great communicator and easy to work with. He is a skilled cellist and his music was soulful - absolutely perfect for our wedding ceremony! Worth every penny and more! Highly recommended! Thank you will!
Hired as: Cellist
Will Teegarden plays Cello
Thank you kindly, a pleasure to work with you!
Roy H.
October 7, 2021Excellent and easy to work with
We hired Will for our wedding. Emailed him what songs we were thinking of and he replied that he could play them all.
Never even met him before the event. He just showed up, played excellently for the specified time and then packed up and left when we were done.
Has to have been the most no-stress hiring of a musician that has ever happened. If you can handle light emailing, this is a no-brainer decision. Hire Will, he's a pro.
Hired as: Cellist
Leo H.
May 1, 2021Will is the best - Incredibly talented, Easy to work with
I have nothing to say but incredibly thankful and supportive words for Mr. Will Teegarden. I planned a surprise proposal for my girlfriend and wanted to add a special touch with a cellist there to play her favorite song. I reached out and connected with Will pretty last minute - and I am so, so fortunate that I did. Will was so quick to respond, willing to be part of the surprise, and was incredibly helpful prior to the event coordinating with me on my quirky proposal plan. The day of the event and the proposal went brilliantly, largely thanks to Will being there early, nicely dressed and playing her favorite song so beautifully. Will was incredibly accommodating, friendly and supportive, and his music was absolutely amazing. I would offer the strongest recommendation and highest praise of Will's skill and professionalism to anyone looking for a cellist at their event. I would unquestionably have Will at any of my future events - Thanks Will!!!
Hired as: Cellist
Will Teegarden plays Cello
Thank you very much Leo! Such a treat to be a part of, and congratulations!
Josh K.
November 5, 2019Amazing to work with and so talented!
We worked with Will for our wedding ceremony in September 2019 at The Pennsylvanian downtown Pittsburgh. He was accommodating, professional, and extremely talented. We are still getting compliments on the wedding ceremony music two months later! He worked with all of our requests and helped to guide us through our music selection. We would highly recommend Will to anyone considering a cellist for an event. Thank you, William!
Hired as: Cellist
Danielle T.
June 17, 2018So easy to work with!
Will was so easy to work with - I had no idea where to start with music and he helped us pick beautiful selections. Most importantly... he played beautifully!!!
Hired as: Cellist
Booking information
Price range: $200 and up (prices negotiable)
Unions: AFM
What to expect
I am prompt, professional, and I guarantee top quality musicianship.
Basic Wedding Package: $200+ $0.50 per mile traveled
15 minute prelude music
Processional and Ceremony music
Recessional Music
*Reception music available for an additional $75 per hour*
Standard Rate (negotiable): $200+ $0.50 per mile traveled for up to 1 hour of work. $75 for each additional hour.
About
Will Teegarden enjoys a varied career as a cellist and teacher based in Pittsburgh, PA. He serves as the principal cellist of both the Erie Philharmonic and the Westmoreland Symphony, and he is a member of the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre orchestra cello section. He frequently performs as a substitute cellist with the Pittsburgh Symphony, the Wheeling Symphony, and as an associate member of the Columbus Symphony. Additionally, Will performs in various Pittsburgh local area chamber and contemporary music groups such as NAT 28, Resonance Works, and as a substitute cellist for the cello rock band, Cello Fury. In 2024, Will was featured as a concerto soloist with the Erie Philharmonic for multiple performances of the Saint-Saens Cello Concerto No. 1.
Will previously held positions with the Canton and Youngstown (OH) Symphonies, and used to perform as a substitute cellist with the New World Symphony (Miami, FL) the Orlando Philharmonic, and the Florida Orchestra. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida and a Master’s Degree from Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied with cellists Steven Thomas, David Premo, and Anne Martindale Williams. At Carnegie Mellon, he earned first prize with his colleagues in the school's Silberman Chamber Music Competition. Additionally, Will has attended the National Repertory Orchestra, Brevard Music Center, and the Innsbrook Institute Summer Festivals.
Additional booking notes
I provide music stands and stand lights as needed. Please provide a covered, dry performance area for outdoor events (ie tent, out of the sun.) Too much sun can melt the adhesive glue which holds the wood together in the cello.
Services offered
Past booked events
September 2025
20
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Pittsburgh, PA
September 2023
24
Sunday
Religious Celebration
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Allison Park, PA
June 2023
10
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
October 2021
02
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
July 2021
23
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:45pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
April 2021
25
Sunday
Surprise
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
September 2019
01
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
June 2018
10
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
April 2018
07
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Butler, PA
May 2017
27
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Apollo, PA
06
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
Setup requirements
Chair (preferably taller, no side arms)
Cover/ Shade for outdoor engagements. Can not have direct sunlight on the instruments (the wood glue heats at a low temperature)
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