This is my fourth month practicing with your videos, and there’s a clear connection between open string work and remaining injury free, as well as developing a clear tone. Thank you for emphasizing this.
I am 77 and began self-reaching 6 months ago, primarily through open string studies. Now that I have a pretty steady command of half and full bow strokes I’ve found your videos of open string and double stop work…and they’re very, very good. Thank you for extending my studies now that I’m ready!
Thank you a lot ..... your videos are very helpful...... when I put the thumb on the bow the tip of the thumb hurts me ...... can you tell me where do you put the thumb without hurting the tip
Glad you like the videos! Make sure your thumb is squeezing onto the bow in an attempt to grip the frog. Also, if you're new to cello, your thumb may need to still develop a callus to the bow. It may be sore/uncomfortable, but shouldn't be painful. Hope that helps!
Hi thank you so much for the helpful tips. I have one quick question: I find playing with full hair contact with strings sometimes gives hoarse sound and also i need to rotate my wrist (arch) to make this happen. Should one draw the bow with the back of the right hand pretty flat (more comfortable) but then it will not be 100% hair contact with the strings because of the inclination of the cello. But it still produce nice sound thought. Thank you so much.
That is a very excellent question and I am glad you are being so observant with your use of the bow! Using the flat & full bow hair is best for when you need to project a loud, full sound, such as when you're soloing with an orchestra. My past mentor, who taught me about open string work, really encouraged flat hair with these exercises, since we don't use it that often. Yes, it does require more effort from the bow hand, so it is like training a muscle. However, there isn't "one way" to play with the bow hair. We need to adjust how much hair we use, depending on the musical circumstance. Since my tip videos usually end up being very long, I don't always get a chance to say everything I hope to 😅. That's why I'm so glad when dolls like you ask questions! Thanks for sharing!
This is my fourth month practicing with your videos, and there’s a clear connection between open string work and remaining injury free, as well as developing a clear tone. Thank you for emphasizing this.
I am 77 and began self-reaching 6 months ago, primarily through open string studies. Now that I have a pretty steady command of half and full bow strokes I’ve found your videos of open string and double stop work…and they’re very, very good. Thank you for extending my studies now that I’m ready!
I really like smaller videos for repetition. Thank you so much.So helpful!❤
Thank you a lot ..... your videos are very helpful...... when I put the thumb on the bow the tip of the thumb hurts me ...... can you tell me where do you put the thumb without hurting the tip
Glad you like the videos! Make sure your thumb is squeezing onto the bow in an attempt to grip the frog. Also, if you're new to cello, your thumb may need to still develop a callus to the bow. It may be sore/uncomfortable, but shouldn't be painful. Hope that helps!
Thank you so much for helping
thanks Doll😘😘😘
you change all my practice i am gratfull
@@nanael598 WOW that's incredible to hear and I'm so grateful you find these videos helpful! Keep up the great work! 💪🏻
You're most welcome! 😊
Hi thank you so much for the helpful tips. I have one quick question: I find playing with full hair contact with strings sometimes gives hoarse sound and also i need to rotate my wrist (arch) to make this happen. Should one draw the bow with the back of the right hand pretty flat (more comfortable) but then it will not be 100% hair contact with the strings because of the inclination of the cello. But it still produce nice sound thought. Thank you so much.
That is a very excellent question and I am glad you are being so observant with your use of the bow! Using the flat & full bow hair is best for when you need to project a loud, full sound, such as when you're soloing with an orchestra. My past mentor, who taught me about open string work, really encouraged flat hair with these exercises, since we don't use it that often. Yes, it does require more effort from the bow hand, so it is like training a muscle. However, there isn't "one way" to play with the bow hair. We need to adjust how much hair we use, depending on the musical circumstance. Since my tip videos usually end up being very long, I don't always get a chance to say everything I hope to 😅. That's why I'm so glad when dolls like you ask questions! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much for your teachings. Much much appreciated.
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