Hello Maxim, Thank you for the clear explanation. I was quite puzzled and eventually quite frustrated that I could not understand how to get to fourth position. Your video has helped me enormously in securing how to achieve this.
I ask you a question, is it wrong if I play the harmonic note (of each string) for example on the D string, is it wrong if I play the harmonic D of the fourth position with the 4th finger instead of the third? For example, playing the D major scale, I have been playing A with the first finger, B with the second finger, then C♯ with the fourth finger and D with the fourth, also sliding from C♯ to D. or also the scale first finger B with second finger C♯ with finger two and D with finger third and then the same except B played it with finger three instead of finger two. I ask this because I understand that the common thing is to do the B with the first finger with the second then the C♯ with the 4th and the D with the third finger and the same thing around. I ask you about all this because I have been discovering and exploring various fingerings and I know that there are multiple possibilities and I don't know which is correct or normal. I hope you understand my question.
Your question about fingerings, especially regarding playing harmonics and scales on the cello, is a great one and touches on a fundamental aspect of string playing: the flexibility and personalization of fingerings. There's nothing inherently wrong with playing the harmonic note on the D string (or any string) with a different finger than what is traditionally taught. Using the fourth finger instead of the third, as in your example, is perfectly acceptable if it feels comfortable and produces a good sound. The variations you described in playing the D major scale are also valid. The choice of fingerings in scales (and in music in general) often depends on the context, such as the preceding or following notes, the desired tone quality, or technical ease. While there are standard or common fingerings that are often taught for scales and other passages, these are not set in stone. Many advanced players and professionals use alternative fingerings based on their hand size, technical strengths, and the musical expression they want to achieve. Discovering and exploring various fingerings is actually a very important part of becoming a proficient cellist. It means you're learning to adapt the instrument to your physical and musical needs. The "correct" fingering is often the one that allows you to play the passage most effectively, comfortably, and expressively. Keep exploring and trust your musical instincts!
@@Cellopedia I appreciate your prompt response. You have been very kind in responding and what you have given me has been very helpful to me. thank you so much
As usual, your videos are worth gold.
Thank you, Ernesto. I was planning to make 8 minutes video, but ended up with 17 minutes, still cutting out at least 5 minutes.
Hello Maxim,
Thank you for the clear explanation.
I was quite puzzled and eventually quite frustrated that I could not understand how to get to fourth position.
Your video has helped me enormously in securing how to achieve this.
I am so happy to hear it. All the best to you!
Lots of knowledge in a 17' vídeo !!! Bravo !!! 🙏🏿👏🏿🌷🎶👏🏿🎻
Thank you, Luis! Normally, I would stretch it to 17 lessons 😂
This is very helpful !
I ask you a question, is it wrong if I play the harmonic note (of each string) for example on the D string, is it wrong if I play the harmonic D of the fourth position with the 4th finger instead of the third? For example, playing the D major scale, I have been playing A with the first finger, B with the second finger, then C♯ with the fourth finger and D with the fourth, also sliding from C♯ to D. or also the scale first finger B with second finger C♯ with finger two and D with finger third and then the same except B played it with finger three instead of finger two.
I ask this because I understand that the common thing is to do the B with the first finger with the second then the C♯ with the 4th and the D with the third finger and the same thing around.
I ask you about all this because I have been discovering and exploring various fingerings and I know that there are multiple possibilities and I don't know which is correct or normal. I hope you understand my question.
Your question about fingerings, especially regarding playing harmonics and scales on the cello, is a great one and touches on a fundamental aspect of string playing: the flexibility and personalization of fingerings.
There's nothing inherently wrong with playing the harmonic note on the D string (or any string) with a different finger than what is traditionally taught. Using the fourth finger instead of the third, as in your example, is perfectly acceptable if it feels comfortable and produces a good sound.
The variations you described in playing the D major scale are also valid. The choice of fingerings in scales (and in music in general) often depends on the context, such as the preceding or following notes, the desired tone quality, or technical ease. While there are standard or common fingerings that are often taught for scales and other passages, these are not set in stone. Many advanced players and professionals use alternative fingerings based on their hand size, technical strengths, and the musical expression they want to achieve.
Discovering and exploring various fingerings is actually a very important part of becoming a proficient cellist. It means you're learning to adapt the instrument to your physical and musical needs.
The "correct" fingering is often the one that allows you to play the passage most effectively, comfortably, and expressively.
Keep exploring and trust your musical instincts!
@@Cellopedia I appreciate your prompt response.
You have been very kind in responding and what you have given me has been very helpful to me. thank you so much
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