Cellist Julieanne MacLean Tehan has a vibrant musical career in the Chicago area. She
is a professional member of the Elmhurst Symphony, subs with the Rockford Symphony and New
Philharmonic Symphony, plays in churches around the Chicago area, and is a valued chamber
musician for many community events.
An active and passionate teacher, Julieanne is a certified Suzuki Method instructor,
having completed certification in all ten Suzuki books with Tanya Carey. She was on faculty
member at the Wheaton College Community School of the Arts from 2004 - 2019. There she
founded the chamber ensemble program in 2007. She also taught at the Wheaton College
Conservatory for several years.
Julieanne received her bachelor’s degree in cello performance at the Wheaton College
Conservatory. She then received her master’s degree at the DePaul University where she studied
with Steve Balderston. Julieanne also continues to work closely with Tanya Carey in her
teaching and performing.
Balancing her performing and teaching schedule with her family and their needs is a
constant endeavor. She is thankful for her children and husband's love and support. Above all
else, she remains thankful to God for blessing her with the gift of music that she may share with
and bless others.
is a professional member of the Elmhurst Symphony, subs with the Rockford Symphony and New
Philharmonic Symphony, plays in churches around the Chicago area, and is a valued chamber
musician for many community events.
An active and passionate teacher, Julieanne is a certified Suzuki Method instructor,
having completed certification in all ten Suzuki books with Tanya Carey. She was on faculty
member at the Wheaton College Community School of the Arts from 2004 - 2019. There she
founded the chamber ensemble program in 2007. She also taught at the Wheaton College
Conservatory for several years.
Julieanne received her bachelor’s degree in cello performance at the Wheaton College
Conservatory. She then received her master’s degree at the DePaul University where she studied
with Steve Balderston. Julieanne also continues to work closely with Tanya Carey in her
teaching and performing.
Balancing her performing and teaching schedule with her family and their needs is a
constant endeavor. She is thankful for her children and husband's love and support. Above all
else, she remains thankful to God for blessing her with the gift of music that she may share with
and bless others.