While cellists typically carry around full-size cellos in hard cases, a soft case can be a good thing to have on hand. The number one reason to use a soft case is the lighter weight. A soft case is made of some sort of fabric with no real structural protection, whereas a hard case is […]
We’ve got a round-up of some of the best beginner cello books today. These are books that are for very beginning cellists — we are not talking about scale or etude books here, but instead books that are intended for cello students who are completely new to cello and/or reading music. We are recommending these […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]