How to Tame Annoying Howling Wolf Tones
Cellists need not suffer tonal abuseBy Sarah FreibergLast week, a student of mine stopped playing to critique herself. “I just can’t make this not... Read More...
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Learning to Write Cello Études for Beethoven’s String Quartets
The cello challengeBy Marcelo SanchezIn the past, such cellists as Jean-Louis Duport, Friedrich Gruetzmacher, and David Popper wrote études that have s... Read More...
14 Steps Toward Improved Intonation
Solo and group exercises from author and instructor Michael E. MartinPosted by James ReelIt's inevitable: The first few times you put bow to string, it ... Read More...
14 Steps Toward Improved Intonation
Solo and group exercises from author and instructor Michael E. MartinBy James ReelIt's inevitable: The first few times you put bow to string, it sounds... Read More...
12 Questions Violinists Ask About Fiddling
It all starts with the beat—and the spelling
by Donna HebertHow many times have you heard someone (perhaps yourself) ask, “What’s the difference between playi... Read More...
Tips on Finding Cello Repertoire
Sources and references for cello and chamber-music repertoireBy Jeffrey SolowIn my two-part article "Cellists’ Choice" (In Print, December 1999 and Jan... Read More...