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How to play the cello in concert

Play the cello in concert

This tutorial addresses some basics of playing the cello live. You'll hear different mics being used as well as a pickup. Watch this how to ...more

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How to play the cello

Play the cello

If you are interested in playing the cello, check out our expert with these cello basics in this free music lesson video series on a ...more

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How to play the cello with proper bow control

Play the cello with proper bow control

In this tutorial you will learn a deceptively simple exercise that will give you more control over your bow arm. The bow is where we create ...more

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How to play the cello

Play the cello

Learn how to play the cello in this free online music lesson, including playing techniques, tuning, basic scales, bow and instrument care ...more

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How to play vibrato on the cello

Play vibrato on the cello

Watch this instructional cello playing video that explores the mechanics of playing the vibrato on the cello. The vibrato is an advanced ...more

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How to play vibrato on the cello

Play vibrato on the cello

This how to video gives you a description of cello vibrato technique by Jamie Fiste, Cello Professor from Central Michigan University. This ...more

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How to play the wiper cello exercise

Play the wiper cello exercise

Learn how to do the wiper exercise on the cello with this tutorial. This exercise to help strengthen the right hand for cello playing. This ...more

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How to play pizzicato notes on the cello

Play pizzicato notes on the cello

Learn how to play pizzicato on the cello with this tutorial. This lesson teaches you music theory basics. Watch this how to video and you ...more

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How to play pizzicato on the cello

Play pizzicato on the cello

In this video Diana Flesner talks and shows you how to play pizzicato on the cello. Pizzicato is basically plucking the strings.

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How to play cello modes in A and C Major

Play cello modes in A and C Major

In this video music lesson, our expert Frances Joseph Santori will teach you how to play the cello. You will learn the basics of cello ...more

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How to play the cello

Play the cello

In this series of videos, learn more about the cello from an expert cellist! Learn the basics such as how to hold the cello and identify the ...more

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How to play the cello

Play the cello

In this video music lesson, our expert Frances Joseph Santori will teach you how to play the cello. You will learn the basics of cello ...more

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How to improve thumb position on the cello

Improve thumb position on the cello

Check out this instructional cello video to learn how to have perfect thumb position while playing the cello. Thumb position is involved ...more

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How to learn right arm cello machanics

Learn right arm cello machanics

This instructional cello video explains the mechanics of the right arm when playing the cello. The right arm is what creates the sound on ...more

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How to learn the positions of the left hand on the cello

Learn the positions of the left hand on the cello

This short instructional cello playing video shows you how to position ...more

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How to use your cello bow

Use your cello bow

This how to video shows an easy way to make sure you're gripping the bow properly when playing the cello. This technique makes playing the ...more

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How to create a sound on the cello

Create a sound on the cello

Watch this instructional cello playing video to learn how to create a sound on the cello. The sound production is composed of the various ...more

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How to create short cello notes

Create short cello notes

Check out this instructional cello playing video to learn how to create short cello notes. When creating a short note on the cello, divide ...more

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How to hold the cello in good posture

Hold the cello in good posture

Watch this instructional cello video to learn how to hold the cello in good posture. When sitting down to play the cello, you want to sit at ...more

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How to perform left hand exercises on the cello

Perform left hand exercises on the cello

This how to video focuses on left hand techniques for the cello. This exercise increases flexibility & strength in your cello playing. Watch ...more

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