I've always played trombone, and now i really want to try and learn cello. I dont want an expensive one, im no means becomming an expert at it. I just want to learn... and is it hard?
2006-10-31 02:31:06 · 8 answers · asked by Jess 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Performing Arts
I've always played trombone, and now i really want to try and learn cello. I dont want an expensive one, im no means becomming an expert at it. I just want to learn... and is it hard?
That and, what kind/brand or anything like that should i look for? I've never played, and know nothing about it.
2006-10-31 02:54:22 · update #1
If you're just starting, you don't just want the cello, you also need:
a) a case
b) a bow
c) some rosin
d) an "endpin.
You might want to try a company like "Shar's." They're in Ann Arbor, MI. They can start you out at a basic level, and also recommend local teachers. Also, if you write where you live there are other stores like Shar's in other parts of the US.
Like all string instruments, cello is hard to learn. The difficulty at first is that the right-hand / arm sound production is technically challenging, as is the left hand / arm intonation. Definitely worth it, though. Some of the most beautiful music ever was written for cello.
2006-10-31 06:34:00 · answer #1 · answered by David H from Arlington MA 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dear Bundy,
Your musical knowledge developed through playing the trombone will certainly help you in learning to play cello. If you are currently taking lessons, you should ask your trombone teacher to put you in touch with a cellist who can give you a beginning lesson and tell you all of the things to look for when considering purchasing a cello. Some music stores have the option to rent if you are really not certain you'll stick with it. However, cello is a beautiful instrument, and you might be able to find one someone else is not using, or a used instrument from another student or a music or pawn shop.
Stringed instruments are more difficult to learn than winds, but you're already on the right track. Contact a music studio or music teacher in your area to point you in the right direction.
2006-11-04 02:17:52 · answer #2 · answered by mizorange22 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some of the small strings shops you find in local towns have some of the best stuff. A cello that is about 1000$ plays pretty good. Make sure you get a bow too. A nice bow and cello makes you sound better and gives you some more motivation.
2006-11-03 08:50:23 · answer #3 · answered by HOLA 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Might be tricky to find a cello and all of the accoutrements in a pawnshop. Give Ebay a shot, but you can also check out www.musiciansfriend.com. They have all kinds of stuff at some of the best prices on the web.
2006-10-31 06:43:47 · answer #4 · answered by Dave 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the last poster. You could try ebay, or even a local pawn shop. Also, get in contact with some music stores in your area, and they can give you some local places that carry used instruments, plus, being a music store, they are usually in very good shape. Most places even offer warranties.
2006-10-31 05:22:15 · answer #5 · answered by xxnicolexmariexx 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
believe it or not u can find some on ebay and they are good i have bought a violin cello viola guitar and some other instruments and they are very nice and work perfectly
2006-10-31 02:39:07 · answer #6 · answered by vaz753 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should first borrow one at school (if you go to school and if it's availiable),or rent one to see if you really like playing the cello first. if you really like it, then you should consider buying one, but if you buy one before you start and dont like it, it's a waste. ( you should also learn how to take care of it ex. dont hit it against anything, rosin your bow regularly, learn how to tune it, ect...., too)
2006-10-31 15:03:00 · answer #7 · answered by ♪寿司人♫ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitly sharmusic.com
no ebay, trust sharmusic
Im violinist from a good conservatory! believe me!:)
2006-10-31 07:13:30 · answer #8 · answered by titoshack 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋