Samuel Linzan - Cello, Piano
Samuel Linzan has been studying cello since the age of 8 in his hometown of Guayaquil, Ecuador. At the age of 13, he came to the United States where he received the opportunity to further develop his technique and discovered the profound love he now has for music.
As a young cellist, he began his solo and orchestral experience as a cellist for the OSJG orchestra in Guayaquil. With the orchestra, he travelled throughout the country to major cities such as Quito and Cuenca to perform recitals and orchestral concerts. After coming to the United States, he obtained full scholarship for the Michael P. Hammond Preparatory Program at the Shepherd School of Music to study under Cornelia Watkins. Here, he gained more experience by playing several recitals each semester and being coached in chamber music. The Hammond Preparatory Program also enabled him to obtain masterclasses from acclaimed cello professors such as Christopher French.
In 2017, Linzan cofounded the Lauremille String Quartet through which he found success within the Houston musical community. They competed in the Houston’s Young Artist Concert in 2017 and won the chamber music category, which allowed them to showcase their success in various venues around the city.
Currently, Sam is completing his bachelor’s degree in Music Performance at the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music. His mission is to spread his love for music by teaching his students great technique, musical interpretation, and how to express emotional intention through classical performance. Outside of music, Sam loves to spend time with his family and friends, playing sports, and even playing board games.
Mr. Sam is at the studio on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Why Choose AMA?
At the American Music Academy, we believe that everyone should experience the joy of making music. Our goal is to provide an environment of education that is welcoming to all ages. Coming from generations of musicians, founders Wyatt and Laura Coleman have hand selected a team of professional and passionate musicians to bring quality music education to Houstonians. Our faculty has instrument-specific degrees from acclaimed universities all around the country. Our teachers tailor their music lessons to each student based on their individual goals. We offer the most comprehensive lessons in Houston, which include theory, ear training, sight reading technique, performance skills, and repertoire. Our brand new, state-of-the-art facilities located in Meyerland include a comfortable lounge with free Wi-Fi, water, magazines, and toys for children to play with as they wait for their lesson to begin. Spacious studio rooms are equipped with quality upright pianos, music stands, and mirrors to monitor progress. The American Music Academy takes pride in supplying our students with the best upright pianos to practice their modern or classical repertoire. Students will be able to use the full capabilities of a piano including dynamics, pedaling, musical phrasing, and dramatic interpretation. Students will be able to participate in seasonal recitals at one of Houston’s many venues. Recitals, included in their tuition, display each student’s personal achievements in their instrument. Our students have the option to perform piano, guitar, violin, viola, voice/singing, cello, and drums!