How to Play the Cello

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From cello storage and tuning to different bowing and plucking techniques, learn all about how to play the cello in this free video music lessons.

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Cello Bowing Techniques
Watch an expert musician demonstrate proper bowing position on the cello and learn about bowing techniques in this free music lesson video.

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Cello Double Bowing Demonstration
Watch an expert musician demonstrate how to play power chords using double bowing in this free music lesson video.

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Cello Finger Position Tips
Get tips from an expert musician on how to position your fingers on a cello in this free music lesson video.

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Cello Free Standing Storage Tips & Advice
An expert shows how to rest your cello on its side if you don't have a cello stand to put it in and gives free standing cello storage tips in this free music lesson video.

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Cello Plucking & Bowing Tips
Bow and pluck notes on the cello at the same time; an expert musician shows how in this free music lesson video.

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Cello Sliding Techniques
An expert musician demonstrates cello sliding techniques and shows how to play them in this free music lesson video.

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Cello Tuning Demonstration
See a demonstration of a cello tuning and get expert tips on adjusting a cello's tuning pegs in this free music lesson video.

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How to Do Cello Double Bowing
Double bowing means bowing two strings at once. Learn how to double bowing on a cello in this free music lesson video.

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How to Do Cello Hammer On's & Pull Off's
Learn how to do hammer on's and pull off's on a cello with expert tips on cello playing in this free music lesson video.

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How to Do Legato & Staccato Cello Bowing
Get expert tips on legato and staccato bowing techniques on the cello in this free music lesson video.

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How to Hold a Cello
The cello is rested on an adjustable end pin and is played sitting down; watch an expert cello player show how to properly hold your cello in this free music lesson video.

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How to Hold a Cello Bow
An expert musician shows how to hold a cello bow and gives tips on the proper bowing position in this free music lesson video.

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How to Mark a Cello End Pin
Draw a mark on the end pin of your cello to make it easy to adjust; an expert musician shows how in this free music lesson video.

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How to Play Cello Vibrato
Vibrato is a common cello playing technique; learn how to play vibrato on a cello in this free music lesson video.

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How to Pluck the Cello
Watch a musician show how to pluck a cello and get tips on different cello plucking techniques in this free music lesson video.

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How to Position a Cello Bow
Cello tone is affected by bow position; learn how to change your tone by bowing closer to or farther from the bridge plus learn tips on the proper bowing position in this free music lesson video.

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How to Practice Cello Vibrato
Playing vibrato on the cello takes practice: learn how to use a metronome to practice vibrato in this free music lesson video.

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How to Prepare a Cello Bow
Use rosin to prepare a cello bow; learn more about cello bows and rosin in this free music lesson video, with expert tips on cellos.

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How to Store a Cello
Use a durable hard case to store your cello and when traveling; learn more about storing cellos in this free music lesson video.

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How to Store a Cello Bow
Cello bows are very expensive and it's important to protect them from damage; learn about storing cello bows and using cello bow cases in this free music lesson video.

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How to Tune a Cello
An expert musician shows how to use the 7th fret harmonic to tune a cello in this free music lesson video.

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Tips on Cello Parts
From the sound posts to the bridge, learn about the different parts of a cello and how they affect tone in this free music lesson video.

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Tips on Cello Parts: Part 2
From the tail piece to the end pin, learn about the different parts of a cello with expert tips on cellos in this free music lesson video.

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Summary: The cello is a stringed instrument in the violin family. It is a popular solo instrument that is also considered the foundation of the orchestra. The cello is longer than a violin but smaller than a double bass. It is played however, like a double bass, with the cellist sitting in a chair and the instrument standing on a spike and leaning on the cellists’ shoulder. The instrument is played with a bow that is drawn horizontally across the strings. The sound that is produced from a cello is deeper than that of a violin and more vibrant than that of a double bass. The cello is available in acoustic and electric forms; the latter is used more for modern rock or pop music rather than traditional orchestra music.

In this free video music lesson, our expert Frances Joseph Santori will teach you how to play the cello. You will learn the basics of cello playing, including such important tips as how to store your cello and cello bow, how to hold the cello and bow, and bowing techniques. You will also get easy to follow step-by-step instructions on how to do legato and staccato bowing, and double bowing. If you are interested in playing the cello or need some tips on cello basics, let our expert show you how to get started.

About the Expert

Expert: As an Austin multi-instrumentalist musician, Francis Joseph Santori composes and performs live electronic music playing electiric and acoustic instruments such as bass, sarod, oud, dumbek, guitar, saz, and cello, solo as Mission One, the Seed Knowledge Collective band Noon, The Alpha Rhythm, the electonica duo, Santori & Montoya, and occassionally performs with roma gypsy group, The Oliver Rajamani ensemble. He can be caught perfoming or recording with many other notable local Austin, Texas musicians, among the likes of The Ultraviolet Catastrophe with Paco Ahlgren, David Garza, Laura Scarborough, and Shane Bartell.
He is also an accomplished artist with pieces in galleries all accross the country. He was one of the featured artists in the 2007 Jazz on the Boulevard festival in Dallas and was one of the main animators on the cult film "A Scanner Darkly." A true modern artist in every aspect his work and success speaks for itself.