Marco Uccellini (ca. 1603-1680)The famous "Aria quinta sopra la Bergamasca" (Libro terzo, Venetia 1642) in a version for two continuo instruments in C-major (original in D-major, for 2 violins and basso continuo) realized on a baroque cello (viol. 1 and / or 2) and a small theorbo in d (viol. 1 or 2, the basso ostinato and some continuo chords).As it it a lot of work for only two people, other musicians are kindly invited to join us, creating a more soundful version for this improvisation project.Live recital of the Duo Continuo, Heilig-Geist-Kirche Teupitz/Germany, 2008/july/26th. THANK YOU for all HELPFUL ratings and critiques, considering, a bloody beginner with only few lessons on the theorbo presumes to mess with this masterpiece ;-))) , this is our first experiment with a camrecorder, sorry for the insufficient technical quality (and for one rough cat tune of the cello ;-)) , just an unpolished live recording.Theorbo in d (R. Lechner 2007, corpus after Burkholtzer, metalfree strings of nylgut), Baroque Cello (Chr. Eulenhaupt 2005, after Stradivari 1730, gut strings)The Bergamasca from Italy (besides others, e.g. the Folia from Spain) was one of the greatest hits of the pop music (Popmusik) of the 16./17. cent. the scheme of chords of the Bergamasca is the basic prinziple of the candenza through the baroque and the classic/romantic periodes also to the serious and pop music of our days. with simple words: Bergamasca (C-major) develops on the bass line:||: CC | FF | GG | CC :||In the short intro of the theorbo you should easily recognize the bass line and can follow, sing or play along the whole piece. [ More Detail ]
A sax lesson from Leo Dale on how to keep the various registers of the saxophone in tune. Using the interval of the 6th and some handy tips he picked up from studying J. S. Bach's cello suites. Technique for intermediate to advanced sax players. [ More Detail ]
This is the third part of the third exercise in the Suzuki Cello Book I. Exercises for Quick Placement of Fingers. Hope this video helps beginning cellists. Please see other sites on the web about proper placement of the right hand and fingers in first position. [ More Detail ]
This is the second part of the third exercise in the Suzuki Cello Book I. Exercises for Quick Placement of Fingers. Hope this video helps beginning cellists. Please see other sites on the web about proper placement of the right hand and fingers in first position. [ More Detail ]
This is the first part of the third exercise in the Suzuki Cello Book I. Exercises for Quick Placement of Fingers. Hope this video helps beginning cellists. Please see other sites on the web about proper placement of the right hand and fingers in first position. [ More Detail ]
A sequence for teaching cello vibrato to beginners. The student is a trumpet player at Central Michigan University. See CelloProfessor.com for more information on cello technique and cello pedagogy. [ More Detail ]
A sequence for teaching cello vibrato to beginners. The student is a trumpet player at Central Michigan University. See CelloProfessor.com for additional information on cello pedagogy nd cello technique. [ More Detail ]
French Folk Song, as played by my two sons. Andrew (cello) is 12 1/2 and is in his 2nd year of playing. Nathan (violin) is almost 11 and is in his 1st year of playing. Nathan says "we rock!" and you better not disagree or he'll kick your butt! [ More Detail ]
Little fragment of the minuete I.from the cello suite I. (J.S.Bach)I'm a beginner, I started playing cello two months ago, and I have no teacher.Pequeño fragmento del minueto I.Extraido de la suite para violonchelo nº1 de J.S.BachSoy novato, empecé a tocar hace dos meses y no tengo profesor. [ More Detail ]
This is the second exercise in the Suzuki Cello Book I. Exercises for Changing Strings. Change string quickly during 2 beat rest. Hope this video helps beginning cellists. [ More Detail ]
This is the first exercise in the Suzuki Cello Book I. It is for proper D-string posture. Use a short bow stroke. The D-string posture is fundamental and should be completely mastered. Hope this video helps beginning cellists. [ More Detail ]
My boys played at a preschool this week, as requested by Gabriel's cello teacher; it was chaotic but fun!Ben played:Melody - KabalevskyAllegro - MozartRussian folk song - accompanied GabrielGabriel played:Russian folk songLithuanian songEcossaise - BeethovenSurprise Symphony - Haydn (duet with teacher) [ More Detail ]
My boys played at a preschool this week, as requested by Gabriel's cello teacher; it was chaotic but fun!Ben played:Melody - KabalevskyAllegro - MozartRussian folk song - accompanied GabrielGabriel played:Russian folk songLithuanian songEcossaise - BeethovenSurprise Symphony - Haydn (duet with teacher) [ More Detail ]
I just wanted to record something on the cello. This is perhaps the most popular piece for solo cello and it is not extremely difficult (I am still a beginner). Of course there are plenty of better versions on youtube (including Casals, Rostropovich, Ma and Maisky) so please watch them. If anyone of my subscribers discovers the suites in this way I shall be glad. [ More Detail ]
The Capriccio cello is a very good option for the beginner cellist. It is made of solid timbers, has ebony fittings and offers great value for money. www.animato.com.au [ More Detail ]
The Arco cello is a very good option for the beginner cellist. They are made of solid timbers, have ebony fittings and offer great value for money.www.animato.com.au [ More Detail ]
Day 84 (12th week) Attempt to play a song version of the Scottish reel "Flowers of Edinburgh" from memory. Haven't played it before on the cello but thought I'd give it a try this morning. Usual problems with intonation and bowinghttp://practicemakesperfekt.blogspot.com/ [ More Detail ]
Still having position change, intonation and string crossing issues. For some reason it seems to be worse when I am trying to record it!!The string crossing issues are mainly because when I try to change up a string, my brain is telling my hand to go the other direction (the way it would for the violin), similarly when I catch adjacent strings I have to fight the reaction I have been drilling into myself for twenty years!!Intonation and position change stuff I guess will come with practice. [ More Detail ]
I think my fingers are starting to learn where to go. I have also finally got some cello rosin which makes loads of difference (I was using violin rosin before!!). [ More Detail ]
Day 45 on the cello. 2nd position intonation issues among many other problems. Not a happy camper about this one...but that's life. Bach Musette from English Suite #3, Suzuki Cello Book 2, pg.12http://practicemakesperfekt.blogspot.com/ [ More Detail ]
I play violin, but decided last week to buy a cello. It arrived yesterday. This is my first attempt at a piece.I am probably holding it all wrong, mainly because I am holding it like a violin. If you can give me any constructive criticism I would welcome it.I know my intonation isn't great, but it is mainly because my little fingers aren't used to stretching so far ;) [ More Detail ]
28th day (less 2 for good behavior?)Notes need to ring more...etc. etc.Bach Minuet #1 in C, Suzuki Cello Book 2, pg.8http://practicemakesperfekt.blogspot.com [ More Detail ]