Samuel Linzan teaches cello in the greater Houston, TX area and online. He enjoys sharing his love for music by teaching his students great technique, musical interpretation, and how to express emotional intention through classical performance. He has been studying cello since the age of 8 in his hometown of Guayaquil, Ecuador. As a young cellist, he began his soloist and orchestral experiences at the OSJG orchestra in Guayaquil. With the orchestra, he traveled 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 regularly obtain masterclasses from acclaimed cello professors. In 2017, Samuel co-founded 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 Degrees in Music Performance and Music Education at the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music. Outside of music, Sam loves to spend time with his family and friends, playing sports, and on occasion board games.
