The Cello Fix

Bach Suites are a “forever” piece of music for cellists.  Young cellists are generally exposed to the Prelude of the first Bach Suite. ...

Fingerings are difficult to navigate at times because there are so many factors that effect fingering...

Vibrato is a necessary skill to possess as it warms up the tone, helps to alleviate minor intonation issues (occasionally), and helps to

For cellists, the Bach Suites can be such a source of cognitive dissonance:

“Can I have a career as a cellist?” Adults, current musicians, and high school students getting ready for further education eventually ask

The professional ability is not magic, it is the result of hard work.

Any instrument will sound as good as your current ability allows.

Major behavioral differences between experts and amateurs in almost any field is the concept of deliberate practice

We’re blaming the wrong cause, and yet it is something that can be worked on and improved.

You create that opportunity, and your purpose is waiting for you to discover it.

So, you’re ready to upgrade your bow? That’s exciting!