How to Fix Common Problems: Small Hands, Short Fourth Fingers and Funny Proportions

In this video we explore all the tricks needed to get around the issues presented by having small hands, short fourth fingers or odd finger proportions. From how to use your arms to maximum advantage to optimising your cello setup, this is your survival guide! 💝 SUPPORT MY CHANNEL 💝 If you enjoy my content and would like to help me make more of it, you can now show your appreciation here: https://ko-fi.com/juliamorneweg 🎻 ABOUT ME Julia Morneweg is a highly sought-after London cello teacher with an exceptional track record of student success. Her past and present students have held music scholarships at many of the most prestigious independent schools including St. Paul’s Boys School, Latymer, Alleyns, Francis Holland, Channing School, Sevenoaks and Hornsby House. She has given masterclasses and run workshops at institutions such as the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, the RCM Summer School, Enterprise Scotland and Tanglin Trust School in Singapore. Her own performing career has seen her perform as a soloist and chamber musician at venues including the Purcell Room, St. John’s Smith Square, St. David’s Hall Cardiff, Zurich Tonhalle, Daning Theatre Shanghai and many others. She was a member of the Erato Piano Trio for twelve years and has performed as a guest with leading UK and European orchestras. The break to her performance schedule enforced by the COVID-19 lockdown has finally enabled her to make this long-planned series of videos. Julia currently teaches students remotely via Zoom. Visit her website www.juliamorneweg.com for more information about lessons. If you have a question or would like a specific topic explained in another video, leave a comment below!