Cello Lessons and Resources

A Guide for Beginners

The cello may be considered a big violin but it is certainly played differently. Here are some lessons I've compiled for you from different resources online all aiming to introduce you to cello playing.

• History of the Cello - Gives a brief history of the cello.

• The 4 Strings of the Cello - Introduces you to the four strings used in playing the cello, from 8Notes.Com.

• Rhythm and Bar Lines - Teaches the different notes you should know before playing the cello as well as introduction to bar lines.

• Bowing - A simple exercise for bowing technique.

• How to Play the Cello - A step by step guide to playing the cello, from eHow.Com.

• In the Express Lane: Learning the Cello as an Adult - A nicely written essay about learning the cello as an adult. Also includes tips and exercise pieces.

• Internet Cello Society - A popular online group for cello players of any age or level.

• Label the Cello - You can print out this activity wherein you need to label the parts of the cello. There is also one for the bow. Great for kids.

• Free Sheet Music for Beginning Cellists:Happy Birthday and Twinkle Ywinkle Little Star