Are you looking for a new set of strings? Today we’re doing a deep dive into all things cello strings. We’ll take a look at how to untangle the descriptions of strings, how to settle on what strings you like the best, and give our recommendations of what we consider the best cello strings. Why Does […]
Music teachers always talk about how practicing adds up over time: if you practice consistently everyday over the course of a year, you’ll make more progress than if you only practice once a week. We wanted to know just how much that would add up over time – and really be able to SEE the […]
One of the most important accessories for cello playing is a music stand. Trying to read your music off a table or chair is just not fun. Having your music on a stand allows you to easily adjust what height and angle it’s at, which helps your posture and positioning. Here are our favorite music […]
Need a little help finding cello notes on the fingerboard? Notes on the cello go in half steps, so every finger is a half step note apart from the previous one. While CelloGuide’s note chart includes all notes through fourth position, only first and fourth position and their fingering are marked separately. Use these positions […]
As a cellist, you’ll need a way to hold your endpin in place as you play. There’s nothing more frustrating than having to sit uncomfortably while you try to hold your cello in place with your knees (or head or hands or shoes…). This is what an endpin stop or strap is for. You’ll also […]