Im in my varsity orchestra as a harpist and playing hoy mondogo, cello 5 (thank God for that🙏🙏) and only got 2 months cello experience so its a bit of a relief seeing that theres tips explained in just 10 minutes
Thank you Wendy. I recently picked up playing the cello seriously again after 10 years. These tips are very meaningful and gives me a lot to think about in terms of how I want to sound.
I’m so glad you picked up the cello again, and that these videos are helpful to you. You can sign up for my Academy, as I have some classes coming up: bit.ly/3p10AA7
My daughter has just started playing cello and as I don't have a musical bone in my body, these videos are invaluable. I'm unable to help her with form, key ect. Thankyou.
Sorry about the John Denver comment. Actually, your videos have changed my playing and a good part of my life for the better! I started out as a brass player (trumpet-french horn-euphonium) before a 30-year career in orchestral conducting. I always loved the sound of the cello, and around 15 years ago I started to study. I had private lessons for a while, and then my teacher died. I've been treading water while playing in a 4tet with some very talented and professional players. Your videos have energized me . . . I'm now excited about practicing, and I improve every single day! Thank you! You are the best!
as a high school student who really wants to play at the next level, this video was extremely helpful since I find my tone sometimes coming out lifeless and not as resonant as I want it.
Thank you for the great video, Wendy! I was wondering whether you played with the bow hair tilting towards you or with the hair completely flat on the string. Thank you 😊
Thank you so much! I have been playing cello for a few years now and these tips were deep and meaningful thank you for sharing I will take them to heart!
@@WendyLaw When I have looked that up I just get info on how to go from string to string but not while skipping a string? If it's called string crossing though I'll search that more!
Hi Wendy, sometimes when I bow across, it has this "harmonics"? Any tips to address this whilst being relaxed and getting a full tone? Appreciate the learning series! Much appreciated!
Yeah i just got a new traditional cello and as you can see from my profile pic i have an L&C cf(Luis and Clark carbon fiber). Which is ridiculously easy to play compared to any wooden cello. And its been a bit of a struggle breaking it in and getting a good sound from it.
Hey Wendy you're amazing I just started learning the cello and I don't understand when I play the higher notes it sounds so scratches and horrible why is it sounding like that ??
Hello, Wendy! So, I’m a completely blind musician coming from 30 years of guitar. I feel as if I’m able to make great sounds on open strings, but when I put my left hand into the equation, things sound really weak. On guitar, this would usually be causd by not pressing hard enough on the strings, or by pressing at a weird angle, but I recognize that I’m dealing with a completely different animal. It sounds almost like I am muting the string. Any advice that you could give in a blind friendly way? Thank you, I love your content! Be well.
hi I am a cellist so maybe I can help you, I am not sure what you mean by muted but I think it could be the angle you are playing it. You either want to push directly on top of the strings or from the side where the strings is going left (when you push from the side the notes sound clearer which generally you should always do especially in fast pieces) It could also be where your placing the bow. You should generally place the bow in the middle of the bridge and finger board. I think if you are getting a squeaky sound it could be that you are playing to close to the bridge. It also could be how you are holding and playing the bow. Your bow might be playing at an angle. What I would say you should do is take the bow and put it directly on top of the bridge and play it. You will get this muted white noise like sounds but it will help you play the bow without an angle. You want your wrist to move also but not to much. It should feel natural, essentially your wrist should be like a door hinge moving with you arm/ bow. Or it could simply be the rosin. You should also lift your finger high enough so they aren't touching the strings but not high enough to where there is tension. hope this helps. I am not sure exactly your situation but hopefully I provided some solutions! have a nice day!
I have problems with my bow hold and usually get pain below my pinky finger, right above the wrist. Do you think this is due to too much tension in my hand? This is the most frustrating thing for me
You’re probably squeezing your thumbs. Try playing without the left thumb touching the next of the cello so that is is relaxed. Typically whatever your left hand does your right hand will do as well. Try playing some scales or some bach without the left thumb and see how it effects your right hand tension
When my Teacher changed from saying "It's not the instrument, it's you." To "It's the instrument, not you". That's how I know my technique has improved to the point, the cheap instrument is no longer able to keep up. Technique is indeed important, for any instrument. Not just the instrument quality.
I am on about hour 3 of cello and I am having a hard time getting over tones on the low string. I go to play a deeper note but the octave higher comes out when I play, anybody else run into this problem?
When you see Wendy Law post a new UA-cam vid after a week without one. Then under here video section on her page & under her name in the title it mentions Premier March 2, 4:00 PM be like...... 😕 #MustWait #TheStruggleIsReal #CantWaitNeedMoreContent #MustBePatient #PatienceHasItsRewards
What I mean Wendy, is that when I saw the video thumbnail on your page I thought you posted a new vid. But then after seeing the premier with premier time, I realized it was another cliffhanger for now, at the time. But I know the reward side of things that will be coming in about an hour & a half from now will be worth the wait, that’s for sure.
At a beginner/intermediate level, one challenge (out of many) for me are double stops on up bows. Some nasty sounds there, believe me. All best wishes!
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"Imagine the sound in your head." Powerful. I LOVE the tidbits you share. Cheers!
Thank you Carrie!
Im in my varsity orchestra as a harpist and playing hoy mondogo, cello 5 (thank God for that🙏🙏) and only got 2 months cello experience so its a bit of a relief seeing that theres tips explained in just 10 minutes
this type of advice is honestly priceless. Thank you!!
😊
Today’s advice is deep.
Lol glad it was helpful
Thank you Wendy. I recently picked up playing the cello seriously again after 10 years. These tips are very meaningful and gives me a lot to think about in terms of how I want to sound.
I’m so glad you picked up the cello again, and that these videos are helpful to you. You can sign up for my Academy, as I have some classes coming up: bit.ly/3p10AA7
Watching these videos is getting dangerous...when you play my heart stops!
Thank you for the tips :)
You made my day again Jared!! ☺️
Wendy Law I am glad I could return the favor!
Hopefully now I can improve the sounds that I make on my cello too! 😉
Incredibly valuable in all areas of life and deep. That has been me learning cello.
I love ur lessons Wendy. They help me here in Nigeria where we have very few cellists to compare with violin.
My daughter has just started playing cello and as I don't have a musical bone in my body, these videos are invaluable. I'm unable to help her with form, key ect.
Thankyou.
This really helped me this time of quarantine for i cant go to face to face lessons with my instructor
Sorry about the John Denver comment. Actually, your videos have changed my playing and a good part of my life for the better! I started out as a brass player (trumpet-french horn-euphonium) before a 30-year career in orchestral conducting. I always loved the sound of the cello, and around 15 years ago I started to study. I had private lessons for a while, and then my teacher died. I've been treading water while playing in a 4tet with some very talented and professional players. Your videos have energized me . . . I'm now excited about practicing, and I improve every single day! Thank you! You are the best!
as a high school student who really wants to play at the next level, this video was extremely helpful since I find my tone sometimes coming out lifeless and not as resonant as I want it.
Thank you for this information! I have a cello competition soon and this really helps polish the notes and sounds!
Thank you for your so important advises and tips. May God bless you.
Thanks wendy, your videos have been super helpful!
So happy to hear that it’s helpful. And thank you! Thanks 😊
Excellent advice! ❤
Thank you for the great video, Wendy! I was wondering whether you played with the bow hair tilting towards you or with the hair completely flat on the string. Thank you 😊
Awesome video! Keep it up Wendy! :)
Thank you cello bride! Love that name by the way ✨😉
Thank you so much! I have been playing cello for a few years now and these tips were deep and meaningful thank you for sharing I will take them to heart!
Can you explain how to skip strings best? Like playing a B on the G string and the B on the A string? How to do that best?
Do you mean string crossings??
@@WendyLaw When I have looked that up I just get info on how to go from string to string but not while skipping a string? If it's called string crossing though I'll search that more!
I lover this video it helped me a lot I wish I could get more lessons on how to get better at cello without joining the cello mastery academy
I learn so much from watching your videos!
Hi Wendy, sometimes when I bow across, it has this "harmonics"? Any tips to address this whilst being relaxed and getting a full tone?
Appreciate the learning series! Much appreciated!
Yeah i just got a new traditional cello and as you can see from my profile pic i have an L&C cf(Luis and Clark carbon fiber). Which is ridiculously easy to play compared to any wooden cello. And its been a bit of a struggle breaking it in and getting a good sound from it.
Keep up the great work Wendy!
Thanks so much 🙏🏾
Thank you Wendy!
Thanks for the tips!! Really helpful
You’re welcome, Seth
Wow🤩 That is amazing!
thank you so much !
Hey Wendy you're amazing I just started learning the cello and I don't understand when I play the higher notes it sounds so scratches and horrible why is it sounding like that ??
Hello, Wendy! So, I’m a completely blind musician coming from 30 years of guitar. I feel as if I’m able to make great sounds on open strings, but when I put my left hand into the equation, things sound really weak. On guitar, this would usually be causd by not pressing hard enough on the strings, or by pressing at a weird angle, but I recognize that I’m dealing with a completely different animal. It sounds almost like I am muting the string. Any advice that you could give in a blind friendly way? Thank you, I love your content! Be well.
hi I am a cellist so maybe I can help you, I am not sure what you mean by muted but I think it could be the angle you are playing it. You either want to push directly on top of the strings or from the side where the strings is going left (when you push from the side the notes sound clearer which generally you should always do especially in fast pieces) It could also be where your placing the bow. You should generally place the bow in the middle of the bridge and finger board. I think if you are getting a squeaky sound it could be that you are playing to close to the bridge. It also could be how you are holding and playing the bow. Your bow might be playing at an angle. What I would say you should do is take the bow and put it directly on top of the bridge and play it. You will get this muted white noise like sounds but it will help you play the bow without an angle. You want your wrist to move also but not to much. It should feel natural, essentially your wrist should be like a door hinge moving with you arm/ bow. Or it could simply be the rosin. You should also lift your finger high enough so they aren't touching the strings but not high enough to where there is tension. hope this helps. I am not sure exactly your situation but hopefully I provided some solutions! have a nice day!
@@jtotheulian708 thank you so much! This is definitely helpful. I’ll give it a try! Be well!
Great, thanks 🤍
Thanks! Great video!
Thank you Jonathan!
I have problems with my bow hold and usually get pain below my pinky finger, right above the wrist. Do you think this is due to too much tension in my hand? This is the most frustrating thing for me
You’re probably squeezing your thumbs. Try playing without the left thumb touching the next of the cello so that is is relaxed. Typically whatever your left hand does your right hand will do as well. Try playing some scales or some bach without the left thumb and see how it effects your right hand tension
How long do you think beginner cellist need to keep their tips on?
When my Teacher changed from saying "It's not the instrument, it's you." To "It's the instrument, not you".
That's how I know my technique has improved to the point, the cheap instrument is no longer able to keep up.
Technique is indeed important, for any instrument. Not just the instrument quality.
Great conceptual advice! (Is there someone playing a John Denver album down the hall?)
Pls post more vids. I love your vids. You have helped me improve on cello a lot! Pls pls pls pls pls post more frequently 😁😊😊😊😁😊😁😍😋😋😍😋😀😀😋
Thank you!
This was great!
Wendy, is the bow on edge?
Thank you
I am on about hour 3 of cello and I am having a hard time getting over tones on the low string. I go to play a deeper note but the octave higher comes out when I play, anybody else run into this problem?
Your amazing
Thank you
"so this is my sweet spot"
When you see Wendy Law post a new UA-cam vid after a week without one. Then under here video section on her page & under her name in the title it mentions Premier March 2, 4:00 PM be like......
😕
#MustWait
#TheStruggleIsReal
#CantWaitNeedMoreContent
#MustBePatient
#PatienceHasItsRewards
LOL what do you mean? I just posted a video last week! Hahaha
What I mean Wendy, is that when I saw the video thumbnail on your page I thought you posted a new vid. But then after seeing the premier with premier time, I realized it was another cliffhanger for now, at the time. But I know the reward side of things that will be coming in about an hour & a half from now will be worth the wait, that’s for sure.
It’s live right now
At a beginner/intermediate level, one challenge (out of many) for me are double stops on up bows. Some nasty sounds there, believe me. All best wishes!
🎶💐🎵
I’ll be your student anymore 😅❤
"He was a big man, and had a big cello" 😳
Starker: peanut butter
Why is my cello orange😂
Remove that table