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Best Peg Dope And Drops

Best Peg Dope, Drops, & Peg Compound for Violin, Viola, and Cello

As a string player, there are some things that are indispensable to keep your instrument up and running. These things are not only crucial, but they would greatly affect your performance especially if you are going on stage. One of these things is the peg dope. Having the best...
Best Cello Concertos

Best Cello Concertos of All Time

Cellos have the greatest solo repertoire in orchestras after violins, though many cellists would argue that their pieces are better. The smoothness of the instrument, the moving sounds and human-like characterizations help make the instrument highly-useful in many forms of music. Thus, it is only logical that somewhere along...

How to Get Started Playing the Cello

If you've thought about learning the cello, then this guide will help you get started. We will cover the basics of buying a cello and then go over ways to start learning how to play the cello. The cello is the second largest instrument in the cello family, but it...
What Is Pizzicato

What Is Pizzicato?

In order to get a clear understanding of this musical technique, the first question that needs to be answered is what is pizzicato exactly? Pizzicato is simply a playing style that involves plucking a stringed instrument with the fingers instead of using a bow or a pick. How to Play...
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Can I Fly With a Cello?

The short answer is yes, but there are certain airlines that treat cellos better than others. Below we'll provide an overview of which airlines are cello-friendly. Imagine the following scenario: Well, I was forced to a situation where I really had...
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10 Awesome Facts About the Cello

The cello is without a doubt one of the most beautiful sounding instruments out there. It’s very popular in modern music but holds a fascinating, long history. If you are interested in learning the cello or are just curious about it, read on to learn these interesting facts. 1. The...

5 Reasons You Should Play the Cello

The cello is an instrument that has gotten a lot of popularity in the past few years and not without reason. It has been featured in the pop and rock culture as the new it instrument and has been able to transform perceptions of classical instruments into cool and...
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Why You Need a Dampit and How to Use It

Do you regularly travel with your instrument or keep it in a dry, heated place during the winter? If so, you'll want to invest in a dampit. Regardless of whether you play violin, viola, cello, or bass, you'll want to invest in a good dampit to make sure your...
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How to Take Care of Your Cello

Being a cellist is really fun and rewarding, and it also comes with great responsibility towards your instrument. Good cellos are not cheap and taking care of them so they stay many years with us is part of our tasks as musicians. So what can you do to make sure...
Best Orchestra Chairs

Best Orchestra Chairs 2024

Finding the perfect orchestra chair is challenging. Some are uncomfortable, others too expensive. We've tried to make it easier to find the perfect orchestra chair by curating a list of the best orchestra chairs. Read on to find out which ones we like most. Overall Best Orchestra Chair ADJUSTRITE Musician's Chair A...
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