Smooth as Silk: Unlocking the Beauty of String Crossings on Cello

Master the art of string crossing on the cello with this comprehensive tutorial on cello technique. String crossing is a fundamental skill that allows cellists to seamlessly transition between strings, enabling them to play complex melodies and passages with grace and precision.
In this tutorial, we dive deep into the mechanics of string crossing, providing step-by-step instructions and expert tips to help you develop flawless technique. From bow angle and weight distribution to left-hand finger placement, we cover all aspects of executing smooth and controlled string crossings.
The Study used in this tutorial is Study No. 48 from Feuillard: Studies of the Young Cellist.
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[@pauljack2267]

Thabk you so much! You are the best cello teacher of youtube!

[@MsCellobass]

Best way to get used to reading those accidentals!

[@brendamann6106]

Perfect! I have been having trouble with smooth string crossings. 3 things from 3 other videos (yours are the most wonderfully detailed) also helped me unexpectedly was to keep the middle bow finger further down on the nut consistently (a rubber band technique of Amit Peled), to keep the bow hair angle the same (as well as perpendicular) with crossing strings (Cellopedia). Another was to have the bow at the right sound point on the string when shifting (Cellopedia). I believe you also addressed the last two in other videos. All of these things need to be practiced to get them automatic. I anticipate with dynamic changes this will add more considerations but I have to get the basics automatic first. I doubt in my lifetime I can ever master the information you have presented in your lessons. Thank you so much.

[@jorgerivas1424]

Finally, got it printed! I'm enjoying the lesson. It sounds like a prerequisite to Bach G major suite.

[@ChamberfestSemanaSanta]

Eindelijk! Iemand die het op de juiste manier kan uitleggen!

[@laurids2007]

WOW! Super smooth and beautiful. Merci beaucoup, Maître Laporev! ❤🎻🙏💫💫💫💞

[@IliaLaporevcellist]

De rien! 😊

[@Disgustedbutnotyetamused]

Thanks you for this. You videos are amazingly helpful and your instruction is clear and precise.

[@IliaLaporevcellist]

Thank you so much for this! If you have any requests or questions, let me know and I can see if I can answer it in a video!

[@stevenj9970]

Great video, once again....it's interesting how much of a challenge playing (hopefully..) 'perfect' fourths are.....also interesting that there is only one placement where they are correct, there's no cheating up or down, (you can be a little off on thirds or sixths and not notice as much but not so with 4ths, 5ths, or octaves. LOL Bravo again!!!! LOVE the bow examples!!

[@tonyhayes4980]

Enjoyed it immensely 😊

[@IliaLaporevcellist]

Glad you enjoyed it! :-)

[@yj5087]

역시 최고!!! 모든 영상을 반복해서 보면서 더 아름다운 소리를 내려고 노력합니다

[@IliaLaporevcellist]

댓글 감사합니다! 당신이 제 수업을 즐겨주셔서 정말 기뻐요!

[@cougalum5397]

I wish I had learned to do this. Beautiful.

[@deisebarcellos]

Amei, otima aula e o melhor professor de violoncello do mundo! Demais!

[@IliaLaporevcellist]

Obrigado! Espero que foi claro com as legendas em Português 😃

[@deisebarcellos]

@@IliaLaporevcellist ficaram ótimas as legendas! Excelente vídeo e altamente profissional! Parabéns!

[@marcnevins9491]

Thank you so much! You sound amazing!

[@young_aclement4134]

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[@IliaLaporevcellist]

너무 감사합니다! 정말로 친절하시네요! 하나님도 당신을 축복하시기를! Hope this was correct! 😃

[@young_aclement4134]

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[@remypa]

Wow! Amazing! 🔥🔥❤️

[@stuntdouble777]

brilliant thank you.

[@IliaLaporevcellist]

You are welcome!

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[@wilsonpina5261]

Excelentes dicas

[@IliaLaporevcellist]

Obrigado!

[@jorgerivas1424]

Not able to print the page. I have plenty of ink but the page comes out blank. Not able to buy the book.

[@barbkusko6027]

How do I get the pdf file? I don’t see it anywhere..

[@gusagsuag]

Muito bom

[@IliaLaporevcellist]

Obrigado!