About Cello lessons

Playing the cello is fantastic!

The sound of the cello is close to the human voice and moves you directly! Sometimes you can feel the vibrations of the lower strings resonating in your body!

Is the cello a difficult instrument?

For many, it's a dream to play the cello one day, while others have been doing it for years and remain fascinated and continually challenged by the possibilities and challenges of this beautiful instrument!

Do you have to practice a lot on a cello?

It takes quite a bit of practice and patience before you can conjure that beautiful, warm cello sound from your instrument!

The cello used to be different.

The first cellos were large and primarily suitable for playing simple bass parts, basso continuo. In Italy, where these instruments were widely used around 1560, they were called a basso or a violone.

The next step!

Around 1670, the first violones were adapted to "modern tastes" and made smaller. Edges were literally sawn off and a reduction in size was applied everywhere. This is why hardly any large cellos have been found. However, the construction drawings and designs of violin makers around 1600 have been.

Why a smaller cello?

Eventually, people started building smaller instruments, with thinner strings and a narrower bridge and fingerboard. This made it possible to play music faster, with more virtuosity. Think of the virtuoso music of Gabrielli, Vivaldi, and Carl Ph. E. Bach. Of course, the sound box also became smaller, and the sound became lighter.

Are there different sizes of cellos?

Yes, there are all kinds of sizes, so that children and people with smaller hands can also play the cello. Many adults with smaller hands prefer te play a 7/8 cello.

Remarkable

Around 1700, most violones had been reduced to violoncelli. It's noteworthy that, although the "small modern" cello was already very popular, Corelli's violin sonatas (published in 1700) bear the title "per violino e violone o cembalo."

Cello is All-Round

In classical, romantic, contemporary, tango, and pop music, the cello remains a popular and indispensable instrument. When a film gets a little emotional, you often hear a beautiful melody played on the cello.

Can you play the cello while standing?

The cello is predominantly played while sitting. In chamber music, recitals, in orchestras, when played by soloists, and as backing strings. Even the cellists who play in heavy metal bands usually sit! But with a special stand, it's possible!

More information

Choose your Cello Teacher

Well done! Your next step is to check out the page of the cellist you want to know more about. Get in touch with a professional cello teacher in your area and schedule your first lesson!

Why A Trial Cello Lesson?

The trial lesson is the best situation to discuss the music styles you like most, play and experience the teacher's approach. Check out the location. A nice opportunity to get to know your future cello teacher. Book your first lesson pack, and receive a free trial lesson. (Normal price EU 25,- )

Private Music Lessons For All

At Vivaldi Music Lessons website you will find all types of music lessons for beginners and advanced. Instrumental and vocal music lessons for children, teenagers and adults.

Why Music Lessons?

Music cheers you up, gets you moving, challenges you and gives you positive energy! Making music is one of the most uplifting and healthy activities in life!

Cello Lessons near you!

  • Cello Lessons for children, teenagers, adults - all levels
  • Flexibility with Lesson Packs of  5 or 10 x 30, 45 or 60 minute lessons
  • Free trial lesson with the purchase of a Lesson Pack (normally 25,-)
  • Private cello lessons at the teacher's place or at your home
  • Cosy and positive atmosphere in your lessons

Lesson Packages

Lesson time, payment of the lessons and location are arranged individually between you and your cello teacher. Packs of 5 or 10 cello lessons of 30 minutes, 45 minutes, and 60 minutes.

Lesson Location?

The Cello Lessons will take place at the teacher's place or studio or in the comfort of your own home.

Music Theory Lessons

Do you wish to know more about the backgrounds of music? Learn more about harmony, tonalities and musical structures? Find your cello teacher and discover the advantages of knowledge of music theory.