Biography
Evanghelina Ciobanu was born in Chișinău, Republic of Moldova. She finished her Bachelor’s Degree in cello performance at Park University’s International Center for Music studying under Daniel Veis in 2019, and Master’s Degree in cello performance at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music under Ilya Finkelshteyn in 2021. During her school years, Evanghelina won several competitions, including third prize at “Antonina Lucinschi” National Competition (Moldova, 2007) and second prize at “George Georgescu” International Competition (Romania, 2012). She also received scholarships from Kansas City Music Club, Sigma Alpha Iota and Civic Engagement Georgie Award from Johns Hopkins Peabody Conservatory.
Evanghelina was a member of numerous orchestras. She held the principal cello positions in the Wonderful Youth Orchestra (2013) where they performed in Croatia, Italy, Serbia, and Slovenia, and National Symphony Orchestra “Tele-radio Moldova” (2013) where they toured South Korea. She was a member of the Central European Initiative Youth Orchestra (Italy, 2012), Chamber Orchestra of International Center for Music 2014-2019, South Florida Symphony Orchestra during the 2019-2020 season. In 2022 she was a part of International Cello Seminar in Sitka, AK and Castleman Quartet Program, NY where she performed solo and chamber music. Evanghelina was the Artist in Residence at Springwell Senior Community during the 2022-2023 season.
Evanghelina has performed in Europe, United States and South Korea and as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestra member. She has taught in numerous music schools such as KC Music Academy, Cincinnati School of Music, Baltimore School for the Arts, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra OrchKids and Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University. Currently, Evanghelina is pursuing her DMA Degree in cello performance at Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University under Alan Stepansky.
Teaching Philosophy
I believe in creating a positive and encouraging learning environment where students feel supported and empowered to explore their musical potential. My teaching approach is focused on nurturing a passion for music while prioritizing technical skills and musicality. I believe that a single teaching strategy cannot possibly be effective for all students, therefore I try to be sensitive to each student’s strengths and weaknesses and allow them to find their individual voices. I aim to establish a supportive and motivational atmosphere for my students, encouraging them to achieve their maximum potential. By instilling a love for music, fostering technical skills, and encouraging creativity, I aim to guide aspiring cellists towards becoming confident, skilled musicians who find joy and fulfillment in their musical journey.
As a Doctoral student at Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University and throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working alongside accomplished professionals from all over the world who have shared their knowledge and expertise with me, both as a performer and a teacher. This has strengthened my commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in my own educational settings, as well as encouraged me to actively perform and share the music of composers from underrepresented communities with my students. Additionally, I am determined to constantly develop my skills and musical knowledge further to continue to learn and grow as a musician.