Guest Post by Shar Music This is valuable advice for adult learners who need to learn more about cello strings. We found that most blogs on this topic are written for the parents of eight-year-olds, or for conservatory students who restring every semester. It isn’t much use if you started at 50, play a rental […]
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If you’re fairly early in your cello playing and you’re getting a lot of squeaks, you may be wondering what you’re doing wrong. The good news is that you don’t necessarily need a new cello, different strings, or some mysterious trick to make them disappear. There are five things you can change right now that
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There’s a myth that keeps a lot of would-be musicians on the sidelines: That if you didn’t start an instrument as a kid, it’s too late. That your fingers are too old, or your ear is too untrained, or that you just don’t have the time to learn. Nine cellists are here to tell you
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Trying to figure out how to learn the cello online for free? This article contains recommendations for the best free and affordable online cello lessons on the internet. The cello has soared in popularity in recent years, and during the pandemic a lot of people made the jump to learn this magnificent instrument while sequestered
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Open string practice is important at EVERY stage of development! It’s true. Beginners and professionals alike benefit from this practice regimen. (And if you are someone who prefers info in a video format, I’ve got you covered. Watch below. The video will also help you understand the practice techniques mentioned in this blog.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6ehOPqldJY&t=198s FOUR
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Are you thinking about learning the cello as an adult? If so, here are 8 things to consider before you make the leap! Find out if YOU have what it takes to start and stick with it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPucM1cVTZU&t=6s 1) Is the cello an instrument you are TRULY passionate about? If you
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Cello choreography is a practice and performance technique which too often overlooked. In this blog (and in the video below), I’ll fill you in on what this is all about and why it’s so important. Mastering Cello Choreography: A Crucial Element for Better Performance When it comes to playing the cello, it’s not just about
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“Viola Bird” (the AI Cello Bird) will Let You Find Out What it’s Like to Play the Cello (Kinda…) Ever wonder what it’s like to play the cello? You draw the bow across the string and then this beautiful sound comes out, right? Ummm, well, almost. I’ve always been a fan of quirky things, and
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Learning to deal with performance anxiety feels impossible when that demon strikes. But it is absolutely manageable with the right tools. These are the elements with helped me overcome severe anxiety. (And if you prefer to watch the video, check it out below) Who Suffers from Performance Anxiety? A lot of people suffer from anxiety.
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If you are a beginning cello player, you might be trying to figure out how to get a better sound on the cello. If you don’t know about the combination of bow weight, speed and contact point, watch this! How to Get a Better Sound on the Cello: Beginning and intermediate level adult cello
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Cello extensions seem so difficult for the beginning cello player. But they don’t need to be! https://youtu.be/MbigQmCTNXE A lot of adult beginning cello players start learning the instrument and they quickly realize they absolutely love it. Everything is going great; they’ve learned first position and are comfortable moving around the cello in this lower position.
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