Tina Guo Cello Tutorial - CELLO BASICS (Episode 1)

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Welcome to my Tutorial Series on cello technique and general music, performance, and career tips!

[@alexcarvalho2175]

I’m 48, and just bought a cello , never played any instrument in my life, but I think it’s never too later 😀

[@danyfalah1946]

Dude, way to go!

[@dane4890]

Cool Alex Carvalho, i am 44 and just bought a cello a week ago! Never too late mate - All the best from Denmark

[@janmage78]

@@dane4890 I’m 43 and bought one last week too. I’ve played guitar for 30 years so I figured some of it will translate. I was only able to make squeaky noises until I watched this video. 🤣

[@dane4890]

@@janmage78 That is awesome Jan, hahaha! I am a small time composer/producer since 2012. I used to work with graphic arts, but i always wanted to learn how to make music, so i did jump right into it and i hope i can learn to play the cello also :) I guess it will take time and a lot of practice.

[@dane4890]

@@janmage78 I did subscribe to your channel, maybe we should talk music sometime and maybe make a little project of a kind... All the best from Denmark

[@janska7930]

i'm 20, coming out of a looong and deep depression and ready to take my life back i instantly fell in love into the cello during my time in the clinic the cello is such a powerful yet elegant instrument that really mirrors my personality i guess

[@rodneytrotter8436]

Im happy for you. I know how it feels to have depression

[@starry-eyed_68]

I'm also 20, i hope you are doing better, and making progress with the cello. Thank you for sharing. I can relate. Music heals. I wish you lots of love❤️

[@jodybogues4208]

Over 45 years old here and yesterday asked my 102 year old friend if it was too late to learn how to play my first instrument. She said no, go for it! Since the 3rd grade I've wanted to learn cello, and this is the year! Thank you for your videos, I look forward to watching the series. Any tips for the middle aged newbie??

[@Sol_Invictus-]

have fun !

[@viviany228]

Jody Bogues I’m currently in 8th grade and I started playing cello last year around October !! I enjoy playing cello a lot and it’s easier to play compared to other string instruments like violin n viola. Just practice everyday and have a good + decent teacher and you’ll be fine :))

[@williamhuynh869]

Use the tape to mark the left hand placings. Buy a rock stop to hold the cello .

[@deemckinney1238]

Fantastic! I’ve wanted to play for years, also. I’m just over 50 and had my second lesson this week. I love it so much, I find myself racing home to practice. Any tips for our age group much appreciated!

[@2f5shooter]

If you just want to play it for fun, that's one thing, but if you are quite serious about it I would recommend diversifying a little bit. I went back to college later in life, about the same age as you, and started to get back into music. I originally started taking cello lessons in grade school, but due to lack of funds had to stop. When I was back in college I started with guitar, then did a few semesters of voice, and then overlapped that with introduction to theory and cello. I am also learning keyboard now. They all play off of and support each other and I believe I have been able to improve at a faster rate with each. Also, at our age I would recommend a diverse physical fitness regimen. Nothing too crazy, but at least something stretchy like yoga, and something to help with building a solid core like Pilates. A strong core will help your playing and help prevent other parts of your body from getting sore during playing. You don't have to be a weightlifter though. My body is a little beat up (Marine Corps), so diet and supplementation helps with joint issues.

[@CHMmusic]

Well that's it. I'm ordering a cello now.

[@simonjosephmary4099]

please can you get one for me, please

[@elizabethbritt6689]

Hi

[@QuoVadistis]

I'm orderinga a Tina right away, immediately, iif not before :)

[@user-bt6fl9gu9o]

@@QuoVadistis ｗｔｆ do u have $7000 lying around? And your first instrument?

[@QuoVadistis]

@@user-bt6fl9gu9o Haha, you can't get a Tina for any price. They cannot make them anymore.

[@seonaghjedlicka3570]

I started playing cello 17 years ago, i stop when i had my children, picking it back up, crazy how much i remember, it never leaves you

[@Tinymoezzy]

Same! 16 years for me.

[@screeteao.o3311]

I stopped playing cello 4 years ago as I also play double bass and found they clashed a bit, especially when it came to working out which instrument I have to play in which orchestra. I decided to pick it up again since I have nothing better to do in lockdown and wow! It’s amazing how you never truly forget how to play an instrument, it’s just reading cello music I need to work on since I get confused a lot with my bass music and cello music 😂😂

[@neelkanth1237]

Same, I only played for 3 years and stopped but want to get back into it. It's been 2 years and it's amazing how it clicks into you.

[@plutonianqueen7848]

Yup! I played the Violin for 10 years and also stopped after I had my 1st born... 5 years later I'm back at it, a little rusty but I still remember songs from 10 years ago!

[@edwardarruda7215]

I'm 63 and recently thought of playing the cello after retiring for personal pleasure. I like your tutorials.

[@Ardaguleroutdiid]

63?well not too late for you man (i hope)

[@Llamaqurabi]

The way your whole family plays the cello🥺thats sooo cute

[@j.bryceteel]

You don’t even understand how incredibly helpful this lesson was! I love your teaching… introducing yourself and getting to know you in the beginning of the video made me feel like I was there with you. Thank you. 🙏

[@shauniyoung801]

I'm 72 and have had two lessons. It's certainly awkward right now. I appreciated watching you give great tips for proper positioning and relaxing. Relaxing is my current challenge, but it will come!!

[@ronwhitehead3824]

Learning to play cello requires a good regular teacher. The older you are the more so.

[@charliebear2669]

I’ve played violin since 6th grade and I’ve always wanted to play cello. I’m still really young, and not in college. But I feel like music is my gift and I’m on a quest to learn to play a lot of instruments. This video really helped me thank you :)

[@Rory_tttt]

Same!

[@samnikolinagrekov561]

I played the violin until late teens and now at 26 went and bought a cello on impulse. No regrets

[@purnamritajamwal]

I don't have a cello but I've always wanted to have one. I'm 14 and I think that it's not too late to learn and one of the main reasons I haven't bought one yet is because of the price. This lesson made me want to buy one !! Amazing work!!!

[@amykamm1034]

I’m 63 and brand new at this. Thank you for these training videos! It’s never too late!!!

[@madeleineliebenberg8822]

I am 48 and have bought my first cello. I have had learning to play the cello on my bucket list for the longest time and now it's becoming a reality. I will be practising with you, Tina Guo, everyday xxx Thank you for doing these videos xxx

[@monikathomas4985]

Congrats!! I’m 45 and will be starting soon too!

[@ajarieniyi9159]

I am an absolute beginner and have been trying for years to find a teacher who is capable of explaining the basics in a precise succinct- way you are the first I have found! Thank you for putting out these videos! I had almost given up on learning how to play the cello!!

[@user-wz2qe2pv6r]

This is the best posture vid anywhere. Been learning cello for 14 mnths and my overall health has improved hugely...plenty aches and pains but my posture, the way I stand...its made a huge difference... feel 10 yrs younger.

[@lucyapostol1114]

I’m 42! I’ve just been to my sixth Hans Zimmer concert and hearing Tina play ‘A Way of Life’ from The Last Samurai has inspired me to finally follow my dream of learning to play the cello! Never too old! We only have one life! I played the violin until my late teens so hope that will help!

[@xTiger__]

Who else wants to have a cello and watching this?

[@anzelaiv]

Just ordered one for myself...

[@carlitoxb110]

I want but can’t afford it yet because ... priorities

[@xTiger__]

Yeah :/ true

[@xTiger__]

Im actually thinking about buying one. Is it hard to learn?

[@chrisjenkins1]

Me

[@oliviawilson2887]

I'm a cellist and this video made me realise how bad my posture is lmao

[@seonaghjedlicka3570]

Same here ahah 🤣

[@nebulasky6863]

I play with a broken hip on one side and a prosthetic hip on the other side. Posture is a write off for me

[@Ardaguleroutdiid]

Same here lol

[@youronlytruth]

Don't own or Play The Cello but still love this video

[@LouisYan12]

Agreed

[@laxmisony4210]

@@LouisYan12 on my own personal world God of peace in Christ pastor please

[@ExplodingMoon]

Thank you very much, Tina. I'm a beginner (at age 35) and this already helped me tons. Looking forward to more!

[@hannahgeorge5977]

I was in my school's orchestra program and spent three years learning the cello. Turns out my teacher sucked and I learned the wrong foundation while trying to play more difficult songs. So here I am, a person with several years of experience playing the instrument, trying to relearn the basics.

[@bluesfolkman]

I don't even care about learning the cello, but i can't stop watching the video. Your gentle assertive voice & personallity is so mesmerizing. P.S i wish i could play

[@lorraineainart]

I'm 60 years old I just bought a cello . I remember playing the violin in 4th grade but I haven't played since . It's never to late to learn. ❤

[@ucfnurse-zo2qy]

I’m 62, but it’s never too late, doing cello and sitar!!😊🎻😊🎻🎶🎵🎶🎵

[@melissarubio7809]

I agree about learning classical music. I play in an Americana band but played symphony for many years. It helped me tremendously

[@KennethStickler]

My wife just bought me a cello for Christmas. I find your foundations video very helpful. Thanks!

[@maxrogers9711]

Hi Tina, That was lovely and so very helpful! To Alex Carvalho, I started to learn the cello when I was 57. I am two and a bit years into my studies and I love every moment of every lesson and every practice. Music theory is a bit more of a slog but it is fun in its own way. At 48, you are just a kid. Get studying!!!!!

[@cntrolman1]

I'm an electric bass player moving onto the Cello world. This is very informative and helpful! Thank you!

[@suzanned1463]

So glad I found your videos! I will most certainly be watching your series to (finally) help me learn how to play. I am 50. I bought a cello 2 years ago, but have been doubting my ability to learn it. That ends today. Thank you!

[@bleedworship]

This was so helpful! Been playing various instruments for 21 years and finally ready to learn my favorite one. You are a great teacher and a phenomenal player. I’ll keep checking back for more instruction as I learn 🎼

[@LavosBeckonOfficial]

Will be turning 40 this year and I just bought a vintage cello last week. Got my hand on a good rosin two days ago and was able to stabilize the tuning last night and was finally able to hear those very first eargasmic open string notes vibrating. I'm a Heavy Metal guitarist who also plays bass for our studio recordings. Playing the cello was a lifelong dream of mine and what got me convinced that I can learn to play it too was because I was able to learn the shamisen (Japanese guitar) from scratch and now I can play it decently enough to record my lines. Thank you very much for sharing your expertise with us beginners. It makes it a whole lot easier for us noobs to learn (especially because our cello teacher is so pretty too 😍😁)

[@parisbrewster9533]

Thank you Thank you Thank you! I am looking forward to learning more from your videos. I am 56 years old and just bought my cello. I have always wanted to learn.

[@Thirdvariety]

This is describing the absolute basics and its exactly what I needed. I cant find an instructor yet, but I really needed this to get started!! Definitely moving forward and watching all your videos!!

[@asnoshi]

Picking up the cello again in the quarantine after a 5-years blank. Feeling weird for everything and your videos are very helpful!!

[@FeralCreatureOfIncredibleRoses]

I played cello for a season when I was in highschool and did quite well with it, but had to discontinue due to my father being laid off. About eight years of poverty later I attended a jazz night in a local in my city, and couldn't help but feeling the call for it. I start lessons in person very soon, and I am extremly excited

[@celinemaltais6676]

I'm 65 just retire and taking up Cello thank you, it's so helpful and gentle, love it

[@kas7535]

Thank you! I am a beginner at the cello, your very good at explaining and I understand a lot, I'm gonna re watch episode 1 a few more times to go along with you and understand better.

[@wireman9560]

Thanks so much for taking the time to help us who are new to the cello, everything is very well described.

[@TheTcapili]

Im 46 and my talented boyfriend gifted me a cello and I love it ! Now gotta learn how to play it.

[@janetcheal6439]

I have just turned 80 and I think I would love to play the cello. I play piano reasonably well so that will be helpful. (-: Your video has been most helpful and when I purchase my instrument I'll be back to you for more . Thank you!

[@morrigandanae]

I've been playing the violin for 7 years and I just starting teaching myself the cello and your videos have been super helpful! The hardest part for me is learning the new fingerings

[@samu7353]

I’ve been playing cello for about 8 years now, but I was worried about my technique. This video was extremely useful for spotting the flaws in my playing.

[@windridr66]

I'm 58 and have always wanted to play the cello. I think I will begin. Thanks for the great video.

[@michellejohnson9864]

Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. I am 44 and beginning cello this week, so learning these basics was extremely helpful! My first official lesson is next Monday and this video has made me even more excited to get started!

[@priyankthakkar]

Amazing tutorial... so lucky we are to learn from the expert. Hope to see more of these tutorials

[@charlesdiaz6974]

Thank you so much Tina you're a great teacher I'm a beginner I'm a older person and I love the cello I was very confused about the cello by the way you teach explaining is now I can understand better thank you so much for your help you are a great teacher I learned a great deal thank you God bless

[@binfuwong8859]

Hi Tina, I like how you explain the beginner techniques in great detail, together with the little tips and tricks to make learning easier and more fun. I can't wait to take up cello, and I look forward to more of your awesome tutorials. Thanks!

[@alrussell4749]

I’m just getting started with the cello after a 35 year break. I found your video very informative and helpful as both a refresher and new information, especially about how to use your body to help bowing.

[@fuzexi]

Thanks for making this video. My daughter wants to learn; we have a cello but can’t afford lessons so you are making it possible for her to make a start! ❤

[@iracircosa8890]

Beautiful and Professional Video! I bought a cello and always wanted to learn since I heard a Yoyo Ma performance years ago. This REALLY helped me understand some basics. Thank You!

[@maxdondada]

So glad I found this tutorial. Excellent technique. I look forward to the rest of the series.

[@dadonthetube]

Beautiful lesson and playing. Thank you so much Tina. Just wonderful.

[@hkdragon88]

Thank you Tina. The lesson was very easy to follow n I'm so interested to learn. Thanks again

[@Song-dn1xb]

Planning on buying a cello super soon. Recently started playing Bass Guitar after playing only Guitar for years, really sparked an ambition to learn a ton of new instruments. Can already tell the Fundamentals of Bass and Cello and completely different, pretty exciting stuff.

[@obiestill5785]

Thank you so much for sharing your gift of music and teaching.❤️ It means a lot to me.

[@richardstein832]

WOW! Tina…So glad I’ve found you! You feel your cello in the same was as I’ll bet you cook, or dance or tell jokes. A feeling person who can communicate her life force in her teaching! No less.

[@majstarbrink4849]

I just started playing cello yesterday eeyyyyy this is gonna help me thank you

[@davidflint12]

I saw you when I found a live video of you jamming with a guitar shredder. I can’t remember who it was but that doesn’t matter because I was totally blown away by your passionate playing and skill. From the first view of you I’ve been a fan. I love guitars. Playing, talking about it and the gear. I also love learning about other instruments and people that make 🎵 music. Your music, passion, and attitude are an inspiration to anyone. This is great please continue to develop more content like this. Oh by way I watch your Saturday vids too. 👍👍👀

[@elisabeth3074]

Merci Tina ! Je trouve cela génial ! I am waiting the next video ! Thank you ! I have started cello since 6 month , i am 49 years old and it was a dream for me ! You'r a star for me !!! Thank you very much Tina !

[@cabecker15]

Thank you for sharing this! I just picked up cello after not playing for 20 years and this was a great reintroduction for me!

[@gabrielleblanc4852]

I’m so happy that you’re becoming more active with youtube >

[@guerrero4982]

Gabriel Plays cello Ayyy Gabriel

[@isabelj832]

I just got my first cello at 27 😁Thank you so much for teaching us! You give such a warm and soft energy and it helps with learning alot ☺️ You are my biggest inspiration tbh. 💕 Such a warm but strong woman!

[@Kim-zp9vp]

Thank you, Tina! Going to start my granddaughter on Cello asap! I'm 62 and hope to learn as she does. Your brilliant tutorial inspired me!! Again, many thanks!!

[@roger7918]

Thank you for the tip at 14:55, Tina. I've watched quite a few cello instruction videos and have never come across that technique before. For me, every little bit helps!

[@wishyouwerehere1982]

I had my first cello lesson yesterday. I wish never give up.

[@aaradhanamani6392]

how's ur progress?

[@VeraVermeire]

I don't own a cello... I don't know anyone who owns a cello... and yet i watched all 20 minutes of this

[@geraldrodriguez717]

Looks like you attract a variety of fans, I'm part of the older group and appreciate your tone and articulation. Thanks for the different camera angles that really helped me. Thank you.

[@rebeccawimpey6997]

This is just the best beginners cello series on KZbin! Glad I found it!

[@freddyfourfingerz9126]

That was awesome. I was thinking about buying a beginner Cello. I think I'm sold, thanks!

[@tinaguo]

Aw thanks Freddy!

[@dewaldvandeventer]

Hi Tina. I got my cello a year ago. I'm actually a pianist. "studied piano performance at university", and love trying out different instruments. I started playing the violin a few years ago, but I just couldn't get the shoulder rest-thing working for me. Dunnoh... But then I got a cello, and was researching cello lessons on the internet and on KZbin. I just listened to your video. I am completely blind, and could follow your video quite clearly. Would appreciate if you keep on describing what you are presenting on the video in words as well, so I could follow. For instance at what angle the cello has to rest on you, how exactly to grip the bow, etc. Thank you. Do you have a Facebook page or a website too? God bless.

[@SangoiSan]

Thank you from lesson.

[@arkiuskindfire]

Tina you are the Nigella of the classical world. Love your talent and thank you for sharing tips for budding musicians

[@itskittyme]

Oh thank you Tina, I'm gonna buy and learn the cello with your videos, it's the best instrument and you are so inspiring!

[@peterjmaida2057]

I played but had no choice but to give it up. No more money. I will keep listening to your beautiful cello playing though.

[@tinaguo]

Aw I'm sorry! Hugs and hope you can reunite with Cello one day!

[@peterjmaida2057]

@@tinaguo You are a very kind person for saying that, I appreciate your compassion. Sorry for the late reply , I just had surgery on my foot. At least I can still sing. I have recorded over 800 songs on the Smule karaoke app. God bless you and I will listen to your cello playing. 🎶

[@TallFry2]

Consider my interest piqued. Cello is probably my favorite of the bowed strings, and this has gotten me interested in learning.

[@RSProduxx]

it´s by far the most versatile of the bowed instruments... love those things... but i´ll stick to guitar i guess :) non the less, i´m always curious about other instruments and this series will be followed closely ;)

[@Amanda-im5gh]

This is most comprehensive cello lesson. Just bought a cello and started play about 18 months ago and got into a point that need to improve myself. It is very helpful for me to add into my skills. Thank you so much !

[@CaraRamzi]

I am so excited!✨🤍Thank you for making and sharing these videos! …I started lessons when I was younger and have always wanted to pick it up again.🙏🏼

[@fatimaha3779]

Ur such an amazing teacher, im so exciting to buy a cello, from where can i buy one not expensive for beginner?

[@KatyAdelson]

Yay! Cello lessons! : D I started learning the cello almost 2 years ago, but since I also play the violin, my bow hand's pinky has become so confused between both instruments. :/ I also struggle keeping my left thumb behind my 2nd finger instead of my 1st finger like with violin. There are lots of similarities between the two instruments, but the small differences are really hard for me to change! :o I really like the cello though, and I'm excited for more cello lesson videos! : D Thumb position is really rough for me. Keeping the fingers curved instead of smushed-looking in thumb-position feels impossible.. T_T

[@Itsamecat]

Katy Adelson I know right! I play the violin and just started cello lessons. Some times I just feel like I want to flip the cello upside down and play it like a violin 😂

[@nathaliechuno6006]

Katy Adelson very informative lesson. Need infirmation on musical interpretation.

[@MittenDew]

@@Itsamecat Same here, can relate 10000000%

[@eylam9690]

She makes some very good points. Most anatomic problems that affect musicians have to do with being stuck in the same position and holding the tension for prolonged periods of time. The same goes for any other repetitive motion, including typing on a keyboard. When I was starting to learn the piano, my teacher told me to hold my fingers arched, which actually created so much unnecessary tension. Not until many years later did I realise the negative impact of this. Thing is, unrestrained movement can only come from total relaxation. After having experienced debilitating RSD I now know that the best to play is by slowly keep moving my entire body during the whole performance and, truth be told, if you get carried away by the music, you will find yourself naturally doing that anyway. The human body was not made to be still, it is made for movement; the best way to keep it healthy is to keep moving (within reason).

[@SelkeaRambles]

Tina, thank you so much. I took 4 years of lessons as a little girl, I am now picking it back up and this was a brilliant reminder of the very basics. Thank you!!

[@SangoiSan]

Congratulations TINA ❤

[@JoseGarcia-go3te]

AMAZING AND BEAUTIFUL TINA. HAVE A LOVELY DAY...!!!

[@jacobmfamexo]

I'm an electric bassist, and have been wanting to pick up cello as a second instrument for a while now, but didn't have any idea how to start learning. This is exactly what I needed. I will be bookmarking this video for after I get my first cello.

[@JohnMeldrum]

Tina! I am so glad I found your videos! They are awesome! Keep up the good work!

[@thunderpro-videoclip]

👍Thank you for this great upload.😊

[@ardiyiap]

Yay! I learned a lot! Now I need to convince my parents to buy me the cello heheheheh sighs**

[@anaflaviavaldiviabegazo4110]

Everything you said about the technique is just what I'm doing now and I think it's incredible that you do this kind of videos to share your way of playing and the tips that work for you. Thanks for the help and I hope to see a new video soon.

[@benjaminbotha4720]

I am getting a cello this week and i am very glad i watched this. is gonna be a good start to an amazing journey!

[@myleswilson2]

So I bought a cello for absolutely no reason ;)

[@shanaegoshea9717]

Hilarious!!! I am thinking about doing the same 😂😂😂😂

[@Lowdermoomoo]

Same. It’s fun to make noise with it and just look at it.

[@SangoiSan]

God bless you... Namaste ~

[@Nm1636]

Keep the tutorials coming, sooo helpful today is day one in the cello

[@OlwenVeevanDijkHildebrand]

Thank you! Useful tips and guidelines, especially for us raw beginners! Really like that you've included some "for the future" tips in there about how we can develop our techniques, gives us context! 😍

[@madelynoneill1687]

Could you go through the Cello Suzuki book/songs? Those would he grey lessons!

[@tinaguo]

Madelyn O'Neill that’s a great idea!

[@LittleRockStarSTL]

*me playing a cello for the 1st time* Cello: "Why." Me: "Hmmm. I think there is something wrong with this bow..." Cello: 😭

[@nycaztecdc]

That was fantastic, Tina. Thank you for posting this and please do more tutorials for beginners!

[@chemicallyrandom6150]

This was a life saver, I will be looking out for more of your videos to help me in my cello adventures. Thank you so much

[@Ramonggjr]

Besides being beautiful, you are extremely talented!

[@Pokadot101]

I'm not even musical, and this was a great video for beginners. Question, does it matter if you are left or right handed? If you are left handed would you just switch the cello to the other side?

[@tinaguo]

Aw thanks! It doesn't matter, because both hands are being used! Finger with your left and Bow with your right :) x

[@lenskumusical5730]

Tina Guo I just nead to say I LOVE this video Even I have played cello like 5 years byw love you and how many years you have played cello and You Are relly good And Can You still do some kindaf video game music. Btw I am relly happy if you read all of this

[@river_fieldnotes]

I met a guy one year and a half ago who played with a specially built only for him cello, a mirrored one, because he is left handed. Either way, he was a special case, of course it shouldn't matter. Btw he plays exceptionally!

[@aussiejjdude3066]

I leftie 'violinist' - and casual cellist. When I first started, my teacher said that lefties tend to have a slight advantage due to the left side being used for notes - aka, the finer details. I found after a couple of weeks, it was very natural to play with the left!

[@fengli9945]

Thank you Tina! You are an amazing teacher! This was super helpful and educational.

[@Gl0r1aa__]

Absolutely beautiful first lesson. I’m looking forward to learning ❣️