Tessa grew up in Idaho Falls and is proud to call South East Idaho her home. She started cello at age 7 and studied with Dr. Rebecca Lyman in High School. Tessa received her Bachelors in Cello Performance from Brigham Young University, under the direction of Dr. Michelle Kesler, in 2019.

Tessa’s passion is teaching cello! She has taught for over 14 years, and enjoys working with all levels and ages. She loves all styles of music including classical, folk, rock and pop. Tessa’s teaching style is adaptable to fit the unique needs of each individual student, but most importantly, to help her students find joy in the process of learning music.

Tessa has been involved in many symphonies, including the BYU Philharmonic, the Utah Symphony, and currently plays in the Idaho Falls Symphony. Tessa also loves playing for weddings, parties, and anywhere else she can!