Today’s a big day! We’re looking at hard cello cases, which if you’re a cellist is pretty exciting (nerd alert). After your cello and bow, a case is probably the single most important piece of equipment, not only because it protects your cello, but because you will spend a lot of time using it. There […]
A cello mute is not something you’ll need frequently, but when you do need one, you want to make sure you have it! A mute is more frequently used in chamber ensemble or orchestra music but also occasionally called for in solo pieces. We’re going to break down what a mute actually is and then […]
We promised a music stand light review in our last post on music stand accessories, and today’s the day. A stand light is one of those things where you don’t really think about it until you need it, but when you need it, you really need it. Many musicians have at least one story about […]
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 […]
Cellists spend so much time sitting that it’s incredibly important to think about WHAT we sit on. When looking for a cello chair, here are some points to consider: Seat slope – Look for a flat seat or one that slopes slightly forward. We don’t want a chair that slopes down toward the back of the […]