Introduction to the Cello

In this one-time course, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of learning cello. They will learn essential elements about the instrument, listen to musical examples, and do fun activities to solidify what they learned in class.

Axel Vallejos (B.Mus., PPC, MM.)

56 total reviews for this teacher

4 reviews for this class

Completed by 8 learners

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30 minutes

per class

Meets once

10-15

year olds

1-10

learners per class

per learner

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Description

Class Experience

The class is intended for students with no prior music training and students with less than a year of music lessons. This class begins with an introduction to the cello, and the beginning steps of reading music. 

The students will learn the parts of the cello, and how the instrument makes sound. We will approach the basic cello technique, such as cello bow hold, posture, hand position, direction changes of bow, string crossings, finger logic,  and we will explore some rhythm exercises using...

By the end of the class, students will be able to identify the parts of the cello, as well as different bow strokes and cello techniques.

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30 minutes per week in class, and no time outside of class.

Teacher

Axel Vallejos (B.Mus., PPC, MM.)

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Lives in the United States

Music Performer and Educator

56 total reviews

116 completed classes

About Me

I am from Chile, and I began my musical studies at age 11. I have performed chamber music and solos with orchestras throughout North, Central, and South America, Europe, and East Asia. I have a Bachelor of Music degree in cello performance from...