How to hold the cello

Even the simplest things can be tricky when playing the cello. If you're new to playing this great instrument and unsure whether you're holding it correctly as you practice, you're in the right spot! In this video I provide my take on how to establish a great working relationship with your cello; what physical guidelines to use and some ideas to test out your current setup. This is an excerpt from a recent monthly masterclass I offer as part of my Cello in 30 Days Course. In it I answer questions and provide feedback on video excerpts from my online students. I created this masterclass so that my students can share their progress and learn from each other, and in that spirit I'm offering it to you here on Youtube. Check out my course: https://www.adultcello.com/courses Billy Tobenkin is a Los Angeles-based cellist who specializes in teaching adult learners. As a professional cellist who started playing the cello from scratch at 25, he is in a unique position to help others, like him, who found the cello later in life. He has developed strategies from his own musical journey to accelerate the learning process, and he is here to share them with you. Please contact him at [email protected] with any questions or comments! Or visit adultcello.com