SKB Cello 4/4 Roto Molded Shell Review

I was looking for a travel cello case,something that would protect my cello from the airline baggage people's rough handling and this case looked and is very reliable since I've heard the fiberglass ones can crack if handled roughly. This case is very suitable and does protect my cello the way i expected it to. Even looking at the picture it looks sturdier and a more durable material then it actually is. I expected the outside of it to be some sort of cemetric like material on the outside but it is plastic, but it is still a good case. but it is military grade and it durable. but also lighter then i thought it would be.

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Cello 4/4 Roto Molded Shell

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D'Addario Helicore 4/4 Cello String Set Medium Gauge Review

Just tried these on yesterday. Break-in time was near nil. The two lower - tungsten winding on silver G and C are OK - thinner and easier to play than tungsten/chrome or chrome/steel but less sound.

That said, I quickly dumped the new titanium uppers - way too many wolves. Wolf on fourth position F on the G string is normal, but F in first position on the D??? That's a new one. Also, if fingers aren't absolutely solid on the string, way too easy to get a completely scrambled sound on the A. So, unreliable for fast passages. And no coloration at all. So, I have nothing good to say about the uppers.

With unlimited funds, I'd get good chrome steel winding on steel core (maybe Larsens or Larsen soloist) for the A, D, and C strings, with tungsten on steel for the G to add resonance. Haven't tried Larsen lowers, but heretofore, adding tungsten/steel for the C string made my overall sound too nasal, plus that combo required too much left hand force.

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Multi-strand twisted steel core strings are superb for the advanced and professional player. The small string diameter provides quick bow response. Produce a warm, clear sound with excellent pitch stability and longevity.

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Jade (L'Opera) Rosin for Violin, Viola & Cello Review

Jade rosin gives a extra grippiness to the bow.It hardly generates any dust, and gives the bow that extra grab.The only problem is that the effect wears off quickly.I use it in combination with Motrya Gold.

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Made in France, Jade L'Opera Rosin is a new refined formulation with remarkable qualities of dust-free adhesion. This rosin avoids metallic residues, which do not contribute to adhesion and may indeed scratch fine varnishes. The result is a highly refined rosin that produces a smooth yet firm grip. Each rosin is mounted on a protective velvet cloth wrap and comes with a protective container.

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Super Sensitive Steelcore 4/4 Cello Strings: Set Review

These are the more generic brand of strings, they dont really have as good of sound quality as theyer making it sound. However these are good for what you pay for them, they are also a good string for beginers or students. But you would never see a professional using these and thats because they are not very good, there are better strings for when a student or beginer whants so take it to the next step. I have used these ever since I started playing the cello and I just dont think they measuer up to other brands, but for the time i started and was only begining they were a good string for my level.

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Super-Sensitive Red-Label steelcore strings are one the most popular student strings throughout the Unitted States. Solid steel core with nickel winding provide quick and bright response, durability and long life. Ideal for school and rental instrument. Made in USA.

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Cello Necklace Review

I got this necklace for my wife for Christmas. It is very well made, nicely heavy but not too much to be a burden on the neck.The endpin of the cello retracts so you do not stab yourself.I would definitely recommend this for a gift for a cello player.

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Heavy Brass Practice Mute for Cello Review

Just place this in your cello and everyone in your house will start clapping of happiness! (Your neighbors will clap too) it is the most muted mute!

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This heavy practice mute greatly reduces volume for apartment and late night practicing. Made of chrome-plated brass.

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Disney Solos for Cello [Paperback] Review

I'm a flute teacher with a large studio, and use this book occasionally for sight-reading.My students enjoy playing something familiar.I agree with the other review that it is not a book for first year students. The range is quite wide, and the rhythms are not simple.The key signatures are true to the original, so several flats are common.

I played through it myself when it first arrived.The CD is accurate to the book.It offers the choice of accompaniment with or without the melody, which is helpful for learning.The band accompaniment is less "cheesy" than some out there.It sounds like live as opposed to synthesized instruments.

A very nice collection of familiar tunes.

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12 Disney favorites with a CD that lets you play along with a full band! Titles include: Be Our Guest * Can You Feel the Love Tonight * Colors of the Wind * Friend like Me * Let's Get Together * Under the Sea * You've Got a Friend in Me * Zero to Hero * and more.

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Larsen 4/4 Cello String Set Medium Gauge Review

The strings seem great! - we fitted them a few days ago.
Delivery was slower than expected to Australia - took almost 4 weeks to arrive

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Larsen cello strings are excellent, clean, clear and surprisingly rich steel-core strings.Long life and great value are features of all Larsen strings, favored by many professionals.

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Rubber Endpin Tip for Cello Review

This rubber tip works. The price is right and it lasts long enough for the price.

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Rubber easily tip slips over the endpin point to protect the floor, prevents endpin dulling, and helps with slipping.

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Complete Cello Technique: The Classic Treatise on Cello Theory and Practice [Paperback] Review

This is a very detailed book that I found too heavy for me.I like to go through the pages a little faster without so much thinking.If I have a very technical question I do pull this book out and try to understand what that have to say about it.

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An unabridged republication of the 1922 classic, Traité théorique et pratique du Violoncelle, this volume represents one of the most thorough explorations of cello playing and technique in the literature. In the course of his distinguished career, author Diran Alexanian played chamber music with Brahms, performed concertos with Mahler, and taught alongside Casals in Paris. A superb compendium of instruction, this reprint of the original dual-language edition features French and English instruction side by side on the page, complemented by numerous photographs, diagrams, and music examples.


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Pirastro Cello Rosin Review

I bought this for my son who plays the cello, so that I could reclaim my Pirastro violin rosin.I have used this brand for at least 30 years, still have the original cake, and will never switch.

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Pirastro rosin is being developed and produced in Germany with over 200 years experience. Pirastro cello rosin is specially formulated for use with cellos.

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Cello Story [Paperback] Review

This is an excellent book and easy to read - provides a history of the cello, cellists and cello music. I found it hard to put down and wished it was longer!Have lent it to several friends who are also adult cello students and are also equally impressed.

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Translated from the French by Florence W. Seder, Dimitry Markevitch concludes his preface, or Prelude as he calls it: 'History, factand personal anecdote blend here to provide a complete story of the instrument. May this book entertain you, help you to know the cello to the fullest, and lead you to love it as I do.'Reading the book confirms that he has amply accomplished his aims. His qualificationsfor doing so are of the highest. Markevitch is a performer of considerable note and a teacher at both the Ecole Normale de Musiqueand Conservatoire Serge Rachmaninoff in Paris. He also has a keen interest in musicology and has edited many works for publication. T

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String Builder V3 Cello (Belwin Course for Strings) [Paperback] Review

I am very satisfied with the item I purchased and received it in a timely fashion.
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The BELWIN STRING BUILDER is a string class method in which the violin, viola, cello, and bass play together throughout. Each book, however, is a complete unit and may be used separately for class or individual instruction. The material in this book is realistically graded so that only a minimum of explanatory material is required. Eachmelody is interesting and will provide the basis for a fine left hand technic and bow arm.
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Ultimate Beginner Series, Cello Review

I bought this DVD for my wife as she is just learning how to play the cello.I wasn't sure what to expect from the DVD as there were no reviews on it yet.I figured I would give it a try.
The dvd is aimed toward those who have NEVER had a lesson.The chapters cover parts of the cello, how to hold the cello, how to hold the bow, tuning the cello, and playing the scales.
I felt the instruction was a bit too basic.It covered what we learned in our very first cello lesson with our instructor.I was expecting more from the dvd, like how to play vibratto, or how to play songs such as what is taught in the Suzuki training books.The only "song" they play is the scales (A-B-C-D, etc).
The lady that plays the cello is obviously uncomfortable being in front of the camera, but I think I would be too!:)She is an incredible celloist, and some of the best "pieces" of the dvd are the little interludes where she plays the cello between chapters.
I felt some of the chapters could have been longer and more informative.For example, in the "Tuning the Cello" chapter, she explains how to tune the cello.She then talks about another way to tune the cello using "reverberation", but never shows how it works and how to tune the cello that way.
There are some added bonuses to the dvd, such as a guy explaining "octaves" on a piano.They were kind of handy, but would have liked more focus on the cello.
I would recommend this dvd to those who are interested in getting a cello, or have just bought one.For those of you who have already had a few cello lessons, this dvd will be way to basic for you.
I would really like to see another one created for the intermediate player.Such as the student who has played for awhile, but wants to learn more about the cello and how to play more interesting songs.

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The Ultimate Beginner Series has helped thousands of aspiring musicians their first steps towards experiencing the fun of playing music. Now you can experience the fun of learning a musical instrument for the first time on DVD! This disc is perfect for beginning students, students who are changing to another instrument, or as a refresher for players returning to the instrument after many years.

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Ingles Adjustable Cello and Bass Stand Review

If you're a bass player you have got to have a stand.My bass is always at the ready for me to quickly grab and start playing.No more wrestling it in and out of the bag before and after practice.This stand is pretty sturdy and well suited for home use. The only issue I have is that the padded material covering the two bottom hooks started to break up right after I first started using the stand.It wasn't a big problem.I wrapped some soft cloth around the hooks and secured it with a few rubber bands - problem solved.

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This great Ingles Adjustable Cello and Bass Stand allows you to keep your instrument and bow, with its endpin extended, always ready to play. Folding nearly flat for storage, it features two height-adjustable cushioned arms to support the instrument's bottom and a third with a safety bar to secure the neck. The bow hangs from a cushioned hook out of harm's way, behind the instrument and off the floor. Grip knobs for easy adjustment to height of stand.

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Xeros Anchor Endpin Rest for Cello Review

I love this xeros anchor endpin rest for cello because of these reasons:

*it helps me to correct my cello position;
*I can always adjust the endpin rest length to get to the correct cello position;
*I don't have to worry about the endpin slipping out of its position while playing cello. That's specially true when the floor of stages is carpeted;
*it forces me to use 4-legged chairs, which most of the times do not have cushions; and
*it looks heavy duty.

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The Xeros Endpin Anchor is a 2" wide woven nylon strap, adjustable from 16" to 32". The heavy duty D-Ring slips under the chair leg while the heavy duty hard rubber cup prevents endpin dulling. It also folds compactly.

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String Builder V2 Cello (Belwin Course for Strings) [Paperback] Review

I am an adult learner and had never even picked up a violin before my first lesson five months ago.By using this series from the beginning, it let me learn the basics very quickly and easily (with lots of practice).This series is great.I am now playing some basic classical music, celtic music, hymns, and soundtracks from movies.For beginners, it is an absolute must that you have a teacher.

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The BELWIN STRING BUILDER is a string class method in which the violin, viola, cello, and bass play together throughout. Each book, however, is a complete unit and may be used separately for class or individual instruction. The material in this book is realistically graded so that only a minimum of explanatory material is required. Eachmelody is interesting and will provide the basis for a fine left hand technic and bow arm.
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Your Dream Instrument: An Insider's Guide to Buying Violins, Violas, Cellos, Basses & Bows [Paperback] Review

Most of the information is included in the Strings Daily E-mails so I felt let down because nowhere did the blurb on the book make that known to the buyer .The information will be helpful for those first time buyers. There were a few good tips on bows which will be helpful.

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This book takes the mystery out of buying your dream violin, viola, cello, bass, or bow. Strings magazine has enlisted the experts to guide you through the tough decisions players face when purchasing or commissioning a new stringed instrument or bow. If you're planning to buy a new stringed instrument - from a violin shop, auction house, or online - this clear, concise insider's guide will help you get the best value while realizing your dream.

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Position Pieces for Cello, Book 2 [Paperback] Review

I'm an adult learning the cello.This is an introduction to the Tenor Clef and includes positions through 7.I was able to work through this on my own. (with an occasional session with a friend cellist) It took me about a year, but I feel fairly competent playing in the Tenor Clef and some of the upper positions.

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Position Pieces for Cello, Book 2 fills the pedagogical gap between the first book of ^Position Pieces} (0762) and the two ^Thumb Position for Cello} (0763 and 0764) books in that it covers the fifth, sixth, and seventh positions. It systematically introduces ways to find the correct location of each position and also to understand the various finger patterns required.

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Great Romantic Cello Concertos in Full Score [Paperback] Review

Three great cello concertos are included in this edition, with perhaps the Dvorak concerto being the best ever written for the instrument.
Dover's edition is put together well.Clear printing, score lays flat, and once again, how can you beat the price?Recommended for anyone that loves these concertos and wants to learn more about them.

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Authoritative editions of Schumann, Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129; Saint-Saëns, Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 33; Dvorák, Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104. Clear notation, glossaries, etc.


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Essential Elements for Strings: Cello Book 1 [Paperback] Review

If your are just learning cello with a teacher, or on your own, This is the book to buy. It teaches all the basic steps. For example, It shows where the fingers go, It will show you how to bow. If you do not know how to read music, this book will teach you bass clef, which is what you need to know to play cello. This book also has practice songs and will help your learn to play cello step by step. Just keep in mind that this is book one, to advance there are more advanced books as well. I highly recomend this book if you are trying to learn cello.

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Tailored to beginning students, Essential Elements for Strings Book 1 covers techniques such as instrument position, fingerings, and bowings while incorporating theory and history lessons throughout. Features a broad scope, comprehensive detail, great pacing, thorough reinforcement, and much more!

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