Welcome to Cello Choir I 2025!
Welcome Cello Choir 1 students and families!
We will meet from 10:00 to 11:00 in 102. Please arrive 5 minutes before to unpack and place the cello next to you while we tune one by one.
What would you need?
- Cello
- Strap
- Stool and
- Pencil ✏️
- CCI folder
We will be reinforcing a healthy fundamental skill set. Cello playing requires a combination of physical dexterity, mental discipline, and a nuanced musical understanding.
Bowing technique
- Bow Hold: Hold the bow gently with a bent thumb against the frog, curved and relaxed fingers, using the index finger to apply pressure and the pinky finger to balance the bow.
- Arm Movement: Focus on smooth, controlled movements from the shoulder, elbow, and wrist, avoiding tension.
Periodically we will sight-read. Also, we will strengthen music reading. We will learn scales, etudes, and pieces to increase the scope of your cello playing technique. You can download replacement music below.
