Tina Guo Cello Tutorial - VIBRATO (Episode 3)

[@tienealles8489]

I always dreamed of playing the cello, but doubted myself so much and chose another instrument when I was young. I couldn't motivate myself because I didn't feel it when I was playing. But I was afraid that cello would be completely out of my league. Now I'm 31 and decided to start with cello lessons in september. I will regret it for the rest of my life if I don't give it a try. You inspired me to make this decision, thank you for that.

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[@crowquillgal1016]

I just started a few montgs ago- so glad I did. And im older than you 💖

[@Chef_MDT2nd]

*"Anything Worth knowing is Boring & Annoying"* You are an " Absolute Treasure " @TinaGuo 🙏🏻🙇🏼💖😉

[@tinaguo]

hahaha it's true though! The things that are hard to learn and do are the things that pay off in the long run. Happy Holidays!!!

[@Chef_MDT2nd]

@@tinaguo yes ma'am Happy Holidays too you & your's as well 🎆🎇🎄

[@johnlamb7309]

Hey! Great playing- you're definitely a master and a natural teacher. Just wanted to drop a line here about collapsing fretting with a collapsed knuckle @ 12:00. I'm right there with you regarding dogma - for knowing for yourself what is going on so you can make the best choice for you. With that in mind, there are some very good reasons that mostly you don't want to collapse your knuckles. Here's how it works so you can judge for yourself when it is OK to. Pressing the string down requires force, and that force is generated by your muscles and repurposed from gravity. That force flows through the bones and when the knuckle collapses (bend backwards) then the force leaks out. You can se this as the skin around your knuckle turns white - this is called 'blanching' and it is caused by the tissues around the knuckle compressing enough to force the blood out of the area. When you release pressure, the area returns to normal as the blood rushes back in. This is something the knuckle can handle some of, but repeatedly doing this harms the joints and wears out the connective tissues around the joints. The rule of repetitive strain injuries of all types is that in energy doesn't get to where you want it to go, it goes to where you don't want it to go. If you are double-jointed, then your connective tissue is extra flexible - so the movement may not hurt like otherwise would. If you're double-jointed, it is much more difficult not to collapse your knuckle, but even more important not to because the extra flexibility in the connective tissues makes them less resilient more more susceptible to long-term damage. The real danger here is that you just wouldn't know. More to the point, though - even if it doesn't hurt and/or you're protected from the long-term effects, collapsing your knuckles reduces your speed and power. The power that drives the blanching is power that could be going to press the string down instead - so all-in-all, it is a waste of power, speed and nuance in your playing. Of course, the finger tip itself is kind of spoon shaped and proves a little extra nuance in how you fret the strings as well. Also, its pretty subtle, but if you were to put your finger on your knuckle that you're fretting with, the bone itself will vibrate along with the string and contribute just a little to a fuller tone. That being said, if you are using the weight of your arm instead of effort generated by your muscles, and you are not really using the fingertip at all to push the string down, using the end of the bone before it, then you can avoid some of the worst problems of collapsing knuckles sine you have a surplus of power from the weight of your arm anyway. Also, some movements are just more efficient in the flow of things. But mostly, its a net loss, even if it doesn't hurt. The other thing is that many students will write themselves an excuse to not bother learning to not collapse because its intimidating/hard/there are so many other things to learn etc and get themselves in trouble. All in all, dogma is crap and soooo mcuh of it is wrong/misunderstood. its one of the big reasons why I wrote Anatomy of Guitar Playing, Anatomy of Drumming, etc. Also, I studied with Jennifer Johnson who wrote "What Every Violinist Needs To Know About The Body".

[@kjm9457]

If I could give you more than 1 thumbs up, I would!

[@graceling85]

Thanks to this video, I know what's wrong with my fingers. I can't keep them properly curved when I press down hard, they "collapse." Same thing happens when I try to learn guitar. I knew my joints are special (might have sth called EDS?) but I didn't make the connection. And yes you're right, it doesn't hurt at the moment, but it hurts later. And it won't get much better with more practicing. I think even though your fingers are flexible, they're not supposed to bend that much.

[@johnlamb7309]

@@graceling85 It is much harder for people with overly flexible connective tissue to not collapse. One of the best things you can do is to work on reducing the pressure when fretting. I have some more tips, and tips on how to do that, but I gotta run to teach now!

[@johnlamb7309]

@@graceling85 A little more time... Here's the general procedure. First, it helps to think physics: The amount of effort to push down a string is fixed. You can't change it. All of it has to flow through the finger joint, and be held together with the connective tissue. If that tissue is too weak, it won't provide stable support. However, on a cello (and lesser extent on a fretted guitar you can press down with multiple fingers, spreading the force out . You can also try lighter strings. Maybe even unusually light strings. you'd be surprised how many great players (of guitar, at least) use extremely light strings. Even people famous for tone. The other thing you can do is to improve your physical technique. This part of being a musician is like athletics. just how a soccer player works on her kicking technique so she can kick it father and more accurately, your physical technique affects how effectively your movements are. Here, you want playing to appear to be and to in fact feel, effortless. Effort is the amount your muscle contract. The rule of Repetitive Motion injuries everywhere is that if your effort doesn't go to where you want it to go, it goes to where you don't want it to go. There are a lot of weeds to get caught up in here (I wrote a book about it, in fact!) but the very short version is that if you tune into what your body is telling you about the movement/effort/feel, and you learn what those feelings/sensations mean, then you will be able to reduce the amount of effort you use to close to the physical minimum required to push down the string. In my experience, most people with overly flexible connective tissue can play without bending back as long as they get here.

[@Thirdvariety]

I woke up almost regretting buying a cello because I didnt really know what to do, but you just changed my entire attitude. Vibrado was something I always had trouble with and now I have an idea of what I was doing wrong. Im glad I found your videos!

[@erikak8187]

There is another cellist Wendy law, she is very talented. She just put out a indepth video on vibratio you should watch her video.

[@FranklinAltunaCellistLawyer]

Dear Miss Guo...I have no words to express my gratitud to you...You just rock my world

[@stewardstevedewater5438]

Hi Tina... I've Always admired People able to play the Cello, My Whole life is about music since I was 3 years old I never really had a teacher, yet I'm able to play 8 instruments very well... Unfortunately Cello isn't one of them, I never had the chance to hold one and try, but In my mind I can tell that it's something you Can't just learn by yourself... I happen to find you a good teacher - You're pretty yet not a distraction! You have obtained Some Nice Discipline My request is that you describe your patience to me... All instruments have beautiful sounds, but Cello is the only sound in the world able to connect with my Soul... I really love classical music and wanted to be a Composer to a full Orchestra, At least my dream would be able to play Cello too... I'm quite proud of my patience and Fast learning Skills as I happened to be very Talented in everything I do... I need your advice whether you'd see it best suited to stay a admirer or simply do all the efforts to find a teacher such as yourself, Coz I still believe with the teachings you provide is still limited to what one needs to play the cello... Thank you for your efforts uploading something so beautiful!

[@halftrackmind5838]

Master of the five finger note neck. MASTER GUO. GO GUO!

[@smileguy5622]

Thx Tina I’m a violinist and I got a cello yesterday and I want to thank u sooo much for everything thank you once again Ilove your classes

[@rons9946]

so very talented your music brings light and beauty to the world thank you for sharing your gift and have a peaceful and successful new year

[@Rockyourassed]

Thank you very much :) kind Asian lady :D! I'm autistic Asperger and music is one of my gift! I've been learning cello since 9 months.

[@marcello7781]

You are so talented! As a half Italian I love how many names in music come from Italian.

[@jorisArt]

I so enjoy your passion when you play! Thank you Tina for your gifts to us.

[@SunsetSlime384]

thank you! i enjoyed this 4 year tutorial! i loved it!

[@jasongotcello]

Even though I've been playing for 10 years, I still find this helpful since there is always room for improvement

[@garyjames2926]

WOW Your A Awesome Teacher Thanks 🎶Tina🌟Your A Cello🎶 🌴Rock💃🎻Star🌴

[@Dashingdiva73]

Thanks for this tip. I'm working on learning vibrato now.

[@aiguebelette]

Thank you Tina. You are an absolute goddess 👌 Much love from down under 💖

[@edsoncavalcanti4033]

I from Brazil I play the violin. cello flaut...your technic so amazing..thanks..for your help...teacher....

[@julia.kowalsky]

You are such a great teacher! I'm dreaming about playing cello, and I already feel like I've had some lessons irl lol thank you ❤️

[@senator1295]

TG...all respect...I don't play but; you are a light for the young

[@ShawnMaunula]

Really good teacher!

[@brighter_than_apathy]

I know this was made a while ago but THANK YOU! I've been wanting to learn cello for a long time, and this really inspired me. I can tell you love the instrument, it really shows. Your excitement is contagious!! Thank you so much!

[@unearthed5424]

gorgeous music by a gorgeous teacher

[@graceling85]

Ms Guo, you're a great teacher. Thank you.

[@shagath]

I don't even play cello but I love learning anyhow. Thanks for the video :)

[@VoidloniXaarii]

Thank you very much. Nice to know even if just for using your sample library

[@johnclark1146]

You’re absolutely correct - the more tools you have in your toolbox the more jobs you can do. I’m speaking philosophically not my skill level.

[@davefarnsworth3020]

Glad to hear that you are going to be making more videos. I found your channel only a copy of weeks ago and subscribed. I don't play the cello, but I do play violin. I only play for the fun of it, and haven't played for a while. Your videos are inspiring me to get back at it.

[@DorothyOzmaLover]

Such a great lesson/tutorial such you a very good mentor who establishes a welcoming presence grounded in well informed musicianship. As a composer of original music themes for book trailers about comics that are performed on guitar who trained musically on piano and the viola, I love hearing orchestra instruments and musicians/instructors like you to get new musical ideas to adapt to my original guitar music. Since you have such a lovely tone and great technique which gives you a unique touch, you truly inspire so many and I thank you for your music and instruction. You're such a memorable musician, please consider composing and performing more original pieces since it would be so nice to hear more original music on KZbin especially by a skilled and wonderful musician like you. Cheers!

[@JacquesKinnaerCello]

Thanks for this. 4 years into learning the cello, I only really started with vibrato just over a year ago (when I started with Rachmaninov’s Vocalise) and it does make a huge difference, even though I mainly do finger and wrist vibrato. This tutorial is really going to help me improve and I hope you will keep your new year’s resolution 🙂👍

[@starlight27277]

You have a beautiful voice. I don't play cello or any instrument but I'm here to learn how a cellist practice and how much it takes to become an excellent player like yourself.

[@robertovargas7510]

Holaaa mi tinitaa guapa, saludos desde Tenerife España 🤗🤗😘😘

[@joycecesarpirespires6663]

Happy new year for all. Here we go !! Kiss Tina cello master star

[@DjAlexCr]

每天见到你，我越来越爱上你了……你是美丽与艺术的完美结合， 新年快乐，来自阿根廷的问候。

[@rustygun7309]

Cool. I play guitar in my band Tropical Apocalypse. I love your sound. Real good.

[@cpwong9501]

Thank you so much for this video. I always think that my cello vibrato sucks. Now this video has taught me it takes many many hours of stubborn practice to get good at it. I will persist!!

[@mousec3775]

You're fantastic! Have an outstanding New Year.

[@josephinelee7230]

Thanks for making this! More tutorials pls!♥️

[@tinaguo]

You're welcome and thank you for watching! x

[@Doomjunkie]

I am 3d printing my first cello right now. Please make more lesson videos, especially for beginners who want to play songs from bands like Dimmu Borgir.

[@euomu]

@@Doomjunkie ...

[@FredHsu]

You are a gift. Thank you for making tutorials. You are an inspiration to all cellists.

[@rockodibiase6805]

You are so fantastic and enchanting. Absolutely amazing awesome spectacular the list goes on phenomenal virtuoso empresario you name it you got it! Happy New Year. And all the best. You go girl... Peace out and thank you for all you do

[@rauljimenez-duran5447]

Thanks Tina, you are a great teacher.

[@AnnaNazimova]

I waited so long this video!!! Tina you are amazing!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Please make a more video like that.

[@tomaslachos2374]

Yes yes yes

[@schan263]

Thank you Tina

[@tinaguo]

Thank you! Hugs and sending strength to your pinky! hehe

[@asanoen1777]

I am so very happy about these lessons you are magical Tina.

[@MchArt]

Thank you for these tutorials☺️

[@jeliejolie]

you are the best teacher! thank you so much

[@o.h.w-ok]

I honestly had no clue how to learn vibrato. So excited to give this a try! Thanks!

[@cestqui2464]

You should do more tutorials. You're a great teacher!

[@lilman1796]

Tina your tutorial is very thoughtful , great video tutorial thank you

[@pauljack2267]

Thank you. I loved how clear you explained it

[@halberttorraca3392]

Such an amazing talented cellist. Thank you for posting this video. I always wanted to play the cello but I picked one up late life lol. Two years into studies and I am finally considering the first steps of learning vibrato. This video was so helpful.

[@robertwaroff4303]

I'm trying to learn violin, but I have wrist flexibility issues so I may have to switch to cello someday. either way I think this was very helpful - thank you for sharing your time and knowledge!

[@rimamitra9325]

I am such a big fan of your since the very first day.... And I love cello and classical music!! I soo wanna learn cello and thus I watch your channel and get mesmerized... But I wish I could afford cello... As it's so expensive and my parents won't let me have it.. ! But your work and tutorial makes me feel like I am doing the practice with you! Love you Tina mam 💖

[@Kuzykn]

thank you so much for the great information and tips. your tutorials are very well done and you are a great teacher and an amazing celloist-bravo!

[@ChristopherSiu]

So excited to see a new video Tina! I love your vibrato style, such passion and warmth within every note.

[@themoon34z]

Very good!! I will be able to train now 😍🥳❤

[@davidbagley1783]

Great job ..teaching

[@CatWezel66]

🙏🏻Thanks for the explanation 🙏🏻😁💝💐😉

[@dwdE115]

Awesome instructional video Tina can't wait for 2020.

[@oscarcello]

I love your tutorials! any tutorial to warm fingers !? 🎻❤️🔥

[@werewolf2206]

Thanks Tina!!! Happy New year in advance

[@cctlim]

Thank you Tina for the tips! I have been trying to play vibrato for a while but it still needs a lot of work so these are worderful tips that i will certainly use. Thank you!

[@klausregazzini]

Perfect vibrato!

[@Fefetun91]

Fantastic !

[@РомаМеликян-я8ц]

i love this girl

[@Dragons_Armory]

Wholesome, huge fan

[@tinaguo]

Thank you!

[@SL.317]

It was very helpful

[@PanicKernel2008]

This is a great tutorial. Thanks so much Tina. Keep going :)

[@lowriderrider]

It's the Tina Guo girl again, sigh. She is sooo, everything...

Happy New Year 2020 from Prague!!

[@edsoncavalcanti4033]

I love your song. And you to...

[@salmanahmmed-wo3cb]

Tina I love you and your big fan😍

[@JudgeFredd]

Awesome talent - wish you the very best for 2020.

[@jamesfitzgeraldpatricksain9471]

She is so pretty omg-

[@CanadianDivergent]

my fingers collapse too. I have a big frame and my armweight makes it difficult to not flatten out my knuckle but I can create a beautiful vibrato.

[@deybernavarrobrenes9105]

Thx for the tutorial, best wishes for u in the 2020

[@paoladeafcellist]

You are the best. Tina 🤟🏻

[@videos8601]

Thank you

[@DannyPlaysCello]

Thank you, and happy new year :D any chance of a tutorial on thumb position?

[@judyadel7605]

Pleas i want to you to complete this episodes I'm from Egypt , studying in faculty of music education , i just started watching you and you risked me from stop playing cello because here i couldn't fined a good teacher they just said take this note and let me hear it the next time and that doesn't help me and the good teachers asking for a lot of money

[@veot.2869]

Hi Tina!! Miss ya!!!!

[@senator1295]

...you might want to include; your awesome screen presence

[@matildaGin777]

You are amazing ☺️👌

[@coventryartscollective]

So. I learnt to play age 12 for one year A life of regret later Fast forward to age 53 Struggling to get power In my pinkie Watch this space Thank you tina

[@huseyinbaltacioglu6960]

thank so much

[@pascalworldQc]

wow ok i want start play cello na :) thanks for that :)

[@nickbrenner3254]

Smooth bow changes tutorial?

[@paulmoss4199]

Hi Tina, I would love to see you play live. Have you any upcoming tour dates in London? Do you know if you will you be playing with Hans Zimmer in London on 5th March 2021 ?

[@tinaguo]

I'm not sure yet but as soon as things are confirmed, I will update my tour schedule at tinaguo.com - I so appreciate your support!

[@taylorkim965]

THANK YOU SO MUCH OH MY GOD

[@msmoon6011]

Great tutorial! My issue is I always have a tendency to make my whole cello shake. Any tips on body position in order to keep it in place?

[@JerryMaday]

Hi Tina-great job again! I’m always most impressed with your intonation- perfect... I’ll search for a tutorial on that from you. One factor I’ve found with the pinky is the size of the pinky’s finger “pad” that makes vibrato more difficult to match to the fatter pads on 1,2 & 3. Also, the pitch should never vibrato ABOVE a note. It should always dip below and up to the pitch, correct? Thank you for taking time to share your insights! Jerry

[@paulopaz5567]

CURTINDO AQUI DO BRASIL SEUS VÍDEOS !

[@ThOutRider2]

Finally!

[@tsukiamako4557]

amazing !

[@falmirt4c]

some want to be an astronaut, others superheroes, personally I think that being Tina Guo's cello Would be 1000 times better!

[@qstvcl]

Shaking the fingers? Wrist vibrato? Vibrato comes from the back. Full arm motion. Fingers provide the details of what style of vibrato required.

[@TinTin-nq2ej]

Hi Tina! How do you like Daniel Shafran style? Best, Tin

[@randlyons7278]

I would love to continue watching you do some first notes training and practice videos. I don't know when I'll be able to start on the cello. I'm 65 and it's just a muse. I really became a believer from hearing the cello introduction done for the Game Of Thrones title theme Played by Angelena Dubeau and her La Pieta group. A poor video copy can be seen on youtube. Played in some bar or something. I bet your fans would love to see you and your friends copy their arrangement. The cello is in it's glory in Ramin Djawadi's works he put together for The Game Of Thrones, he really outdid himself with that one. I wouldn't recommend anyone watch the saga. (not good for you morally) in my esteem but the music's epical. I would love for you to get some violinist- your mum ? and others get a bass in there and throw in a percussionist with a Bahdran or something. We'd be jazzed to see this.

[@eylam9690]

I thought it was just me, but this video has just confirmed that lots of people apparently cannot say the word 'vibrato' over and over without eventually starting to say it funny.

[@SeanAndrew8973]

Pretty Nice !