Description
Cello Secrets explains over 100 of the most helpful insider tricks cellists use to master the instrument. With each technique carefully explained and illustrated, the book serves as an accessible textbook for all advanced cello players, from talented teenagers to college students, to conservatory pre-professionals. This book guides advanced students through technical maintenance and performance preparation, helping them beyond what can be covered in lessons. Co-written by Brian Hodges and Jo Nardolillo, these tips grow from extensive study of the art of high-level teaching with many of today's leading pedagogues, and have been developed into strategies, tricks, and techniques that are taught in masterclasses and seminars around the country. The book provides: *Insightful Information *Demystifying Cello Technique *Troubleshooting *Practical tips and advice *Experienced professionals talking from their own career Cello Secrets organizes these ideas into a single book, and will have great value for private teachers and as a textbook in cello pedagogy courses. Professionals and skilled amateurs can use the text as a guidebook in improving their own skills.
About the Author
Brian Hodges is an active cello soloist, chamber player and teacher. He has performed and given masterclasses throughout the United States, Canada, Italy and Germany. He is currently associate professor of cello and coordinator of chamber music at Boise State University. Dr. Hodges is principal cello of the Boise Baroque Chamber Orchestra and regularly performs with Classical Revolution: Boise. Jo Nardolillo is a violinst who has performed as a concerto soloist, recitalist, concertmaster, chamber musician and orchestra member throughout the United States and in Europe. Dr. Nardolillo has taught at a number of prestigious institutions, including the Eastman School of Music, the Hochstein School of Music, and the Levine School of Music.
Reviews
While the art of musical interpretation often seems highly subjective, almost every other aspect of instrumental playing-technique, body mechanics, performance psychology-can be analyzed, discussed, and clarified. Cello Secrets provides a valuable resource to the cello community. Eliminating myths and perceived technical mysteries allows each of us to move closer to transcending the cello and fully achieving our artistic aims. -- Brant Taylor, cellist in the Chicago Symphony
Cello Secrets manages to take on the complex and rich world of cello playing and present a concise, whimsical and engaging travel guide, navigating its entirety. Filled with useful insights, the book addresses the myriad principles of cello playing with clear insights and methods to improve anyone's playing and pedagogical skills. -- Alan Weinstein, Associate Professor, Virginia Tech. Cellist, Kandinsky Trio
This book is an outstanding resource for advanced students and professionals. It can be either a great tool for students or a great tool for professionals and more advanced players to achieve and maintain good practice habits. The strategies are good for all instrumentalists, but the cello information is specific, clearly explained, and truly valuable. -- Jeffrey Lastrapes, Associate Professor of Cello, Texas Tech University
Book Information
ISBN 9781538102862
Author Brian Hodges
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 295g
Dimensions(mm) 230mm * 151mm * 12mm
About the Author
Brian Hodges is an active cello soloist, chamber player and teacher. He has performed and given masterclasses throughout the United States, Canada, Italy and Germany. He is currently associate professor of cello and coordinator of chamber music at Boise State University. Dr. Hodges is principal cello of the Boise Baroque Chamber Orchestra and regularly performs with Classical Revolution: Boise. Jo Nardolillo is a violinst who has performed as a concerto soloist, recitalist, concertmaster, chamber musician and orchestra member throughout the United States and in Europe. Dr. Nardolillo has taught at a number of prestigious institutions, including the Eastman School of Music, the Hochstein School of Music, and the Levine School of Music.
Reviews
While the art of musical interpretation often seems highly subjective, almost every other aspect of instrumental playing-technique, body mechanics, performance psychology-can be analyzed, discussed, and clarified. Cello Secrets provides a valuable resource to the cello community. Eliminating myths and perceived technical mysteries allows each of us to move closer to transcending the cello and fully achieving our artistic aims. -- Brant Taylor, cellist in the Chicago Symphony
Cello Secrets manages to take on the complex and rich world of cello playing and present a concise, whimsical and engaging travel guide, navigating its entirety. Filled with useful insights, the book addresses the myriad principles of cello playing with clear insights and methods to improve anyone's playing and pedagogical skills. -- Alan Weinstein, Associate Professor, Virginia Tech. Cellist, Kandinsky Trio
This book is an outstanding resource for advanced students and professionals. It can be either a great tool for students or a great tool for professionals and more advanced players to achieve and maintain good practice habits. The strategies are good for all instrumentalists, but the cello information is specific, clearly explained, and truly valuable. -- Jeffrey Lastrapes, Associate Professor of Cello, Texas Tech University
Book Information
ISBN 9781538102862
Author Brian Hodges
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 295g
Dimensions(mm) 230mm * 151mm * 12mm
