Carey Beth

Hockett

Group Classes - Book 7

Cellist and composer Carey Beth Hockett joined the faculty of the Colburn School in Los Angeles in 2009.  She has been actively involved in Suzuki cello in both America and Europe for over 40 years. She is well known for her creative work with groups of all sizes and has designed a course for teachers called Group Class Techniques. Her compositions include Amusements for String Quartet, a collection of short pieces designed to train basic ensemble-playing skills, and Diversions for Cello Ensemble, a series of pieces that include elements of body percussion and cello drumming along with normal playing. Hockett has served on the boards of both the European Suzuki Association and the Suzuki Association of the Americcas and is now on the board of the International Suzuki Association.