Cello Tips, Ep. 23 - How I hold the bow

In this video I speak about the positioning of the right hand and the importance of a fluid bow grip.
0:00 Introduction
0:50 Starting position
1:57 Thumb placement
5:07 Finger placement
5:45 Pronation/Supination (wrist positioning) -
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[@jorgevillavicencio2955]

THANK YOU, THANK YOU THANK YOU. You described exactly what happened to me. The pain on the tendons of the hand and thumb are exactly as where you described. I could have been the end of my cello journey. I am sure bow hold has been the end of talented cellists. This is a great lesson, Gabriel.

[@yngveskarphedinssons]

Maybe its time for a change. Just because it was used for century doesn't mean its correct. You are working with harmony with your body and its shows with your explanation. very intelligent

[@Cheesesteakfreak]

loosening the thumb is absolutely key. Good video.

[@chrisburg2502]

Thanks for sharing!

[@lefxxwill7740]

I'm currently struggling with tension in my thumb but I thought I had to keep my hand as is to keep the right form. Will now definitely try different things and see what works for me

[@Dindy_lover]

Thank you for share your tips! It really helped me. Can I ask you which instrument do you use? It sounds really amazing.

[@gabrielmartinscello]

You’re very welcome, and glad it helped. It’s a composite Francesco Ruggieri, c. 1690

[@Burgong4]

Great video! I’ve been curious about your use of supination for a while now.
Would you consider doing a video on how you approach the Sonatas and Partitas on cello? Or more broadly transcribing/arranging for cello? Especially since so few cellists have recorded these pieces and even fewer have shared their thoughts about them. Thanks!

[@gabrielmartinscello]

Good idea!

[@richardstein832]

Independent thought begets independent approach…even in holding our fingers.