Master the Cello with Smaller Hands: Essential Techniques and Tips
Join Cellopedia's enlightening discussion about how to navigate the complexities of cello playing for students with smaller hands. This video explores useful techniques such as strategic finger extensions, forearm rotation, and mindful hand position, aimed to help you make the most of your instrument despite having smaller hands. We'll also talk about considerations when choosing a cello, discussing the advantages and disadvantages of a 7/8 size cello. Learn how to practice efficiently, protect your hands from strain, and increase your confidence with the cello, regardless of your hand size. Don't forget to check out Cellopedia Udemy courses (links below) for more in-depth lessons on cello techniques, scales, etudes, and classical selections. Stay tuned to Cellopedia, your premier source for comprehensive cello lessons and tutorials.
0:00 Introduction
1:01 What is the proper left hand position?
3:25 Using the left hand thumb to help
5:30 Making extensions and shifts with small hands
8:26 Forearm rotation - the efficient way to use it
10:10 Should you get 7/8 cello? Advantages and disadvantages of a smaller instrument
13:07 How to make practicing time safe for you hands and productive
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I have small hands so I really appreciate that you made this video! Growing up my piano teachers told me I'd make a horrible pianist, because I don't have long fingers. I'm 39 and I'm trying to learn how to play the cello because my son plays it. :)
@Cellopedia
Жыл бұрын
I'm really glad you found this video helpful! Don't let anyone tell you that the size of your hands can limit your musical abilities. Yes, you may have to adapt a bit and find the techniques that work best for you, but there have been countless successful musicians who haven't let small hands hold them back. Take pianists like Mikhail Pletnev and Yuja Wang for instance, both recognized for their exceptional performances and yet neither of them have particularly large hands. They've found their own ways to master the instrument, and you can do the same with the cello. It's wonderful that you're taking up the cello and sharing this journey with your son. My best wishes to both of you!
Always precious tips !!!!🎶🎻🙏🏾👏🏿🌹
@Cellopedia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Luis. I hope some of them will work for bassists too!
@davidbteague
Жыл бұрын
This 5ths tuning bassist never misses this channel. Thank you!
good instructions
I love this YT channel ❤
@Cellopedia
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! It feels so good to be connected with many cellists all over the world!
I have been playing full size cello for 38 years and have recently had to switch down to 3/4 due to osteoarthritis all over and chronic neck pain. If i could find a 7/8 that would be lovely but I have small hands and am barely 5ft 4 anyway. Being able to still play if only for short periods is wonderful and so important for my wellbeing ❤❤
@Cellopedia
10 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your journey. It's inspiring to hear that you're adapting to a 3/4 size cello due to osteoarthritis and neck pain. The size doesn't define the musician; your passion and years of experience do. I'm so glad you can still find joy and well-being through playing, even for shorter periods. You're a true testament to the resilience and adaptability that music can foster.❤
@einrad-_-1237
7 ай бұрын
GEWA makes 7/8 for a reasonable price
Thank you so much .
@Cellopedia
11 ай бұрын
You are welcome. It is such an important topic to discuss!
Thank you so much for this! ❤my hands are small like a kid,but height to use the 4/4 cello, will keep practice it everyday!
@Cellopedia
Жыл бұрын
I am so happy to be able to help ❤️
Could you make a video on how to play tarantella from popper on cello? This would be so helpful if you can.
@Cellopedia
Жыл бұрын
Great idea! I will consider recording it one day... there are just too many projects on my to-do list.
Hello. Is there any intermediate cello etude you can recommend?
@Cellopedia
Жыл бұрын
I would suggest learning S.Lee etudes Op.31. In fact, there is Cellopedia Course to work on it www.udemy.com/course/intermediate-cello-course-slee-melodic-etudes-op31no1-6/?couponCode=SUMMERTIME
I have come to the conclusion that the Tree Frog is the best equipped to play Cello. 🙂
@Cellopedia
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! It can do it as easily as a human to claim a tree and serenade on top of it 🤣
Can u play sonatina op.27 no.18 by Dmitri Kabalevsky, pleaseeeeee 🥺🥺🥺
@Cellopedia
Жыл бұрын
Great idea! I will consider recording it one day... there are just too many projects on my to-do list.
@irenenguyen8980
Жыл бұрын
@@Cellopedia thank u student from Viet Nam 🥰🥰