Thank you SO much. I bought books and they assume I've never touched an instrument. This was literally exactly what I needed and nothing more. Awesome!
This is the first video I've watched talking about this subject that has made perfect sense. I appreciate the concise info, and even more so how you manage to explain it so simply!
I was 9 when i started playing the cello and did it up till i was 10 and then took a 3 year break with no practice or anything! i decided to take it back up again, this video really helped me remember all the basics ect.
Great video! The way you explain it on the cello strings makes it so easy to understand! Most teachers do not care and a year ago that i started playing the cello my teacher told me to read the notes myself ( i have never played any other instrument in my life i knew nothing about music or reading notes!) he told me do it by yourself it is a prerequisite! It was so hard almost made me quit… but i bought books and did it by myself… i was 47 y. o. That is why i appreciate greatly your video! Thank you please keep making such wonderful videos!!!
This was the key information my instructor gave me which has aided my growth as an adult learner, which regularly had to sight read music. I've grown beyond first position now, but it still is the fundamental which helps me pay without trying to think what the note is.
I adore the cello, my whole life, it is the most beautiful instrument ever created, but I know so little about it. I'm in the middle of my life, so I thought, "Why not see about finally learning about the cello?" I'm a beginner, I don't even own a cello -- yet. In grade school I played the flute, but do to a horrible, and I mean HORRIBLE teacher, I never progressed past the first year. I've watched many other beginner videos, and was ready to put this dream back on the shelf, but you made this SO EASY to understand, I'm hooked.❤️
Great explanation! Getting reoriented on the staff is difficult for me at present time when I lose my place. I think this is a great explanation on how to quickly find where I need to be.
That was a super helpful explanation and very well presented video. I'm glad that this was the first and probably only video on this topic to watch. Highly recommended to all as a pre-requisite to starting! Thank you!
I am going to be renting a cello soon. I have always struggled to read the bass clef (piano days), but this video was really precise and helpful! I am excited for this new adventure of learning the cello.
When I was having piano lessons in Greece we were always using do re mi fa sol la si do. Moving abroad I am hesitating to start a new instrument because everyhting is in A-G and i am very confused 😥 Especially on other clés (like the 3 different DOs). I am so glad you are mentioning both ways of reading then
Hi Jonathan, about a month ago I asked if you'd create a beginner's staccato tutorial. I've come a long way with my staccato in the past month, but I know that I can still benefit from your insights on the subject. And I'm sure that all of the other budding Cellists subscribed to your channel would get a great deal of value from it :)))
When my youngest daughter started playing the cello when she was eight she couldn't remember the names of the strings. I came up with this for her: Crying Girls Don't Argue. She learned them instantly!! :D I think I prefer your version though. La, re, sol, do sounds much nicer.
May I ask, as a newbie...it often appears to me that some cellists use the EDGE of their bows when playing, while still others use he flat of the bow. Am Imagining things?
What do you think of movable Do vs fixed Do method in solfege? Is the fixed one more useful given it's basically for learning an instrument (the cello in this case) and in determining the absolute pitches? I discovered I really need to work on that to advance more. I believe that working purely based on finger numbers confuses me the second there is a number missing :D Also I need to work more on my ear's musicality.
Depends on you location. For sight-singing, movable Do is better. For training internals (ear training), movable do is better. For learning modal music, Movable Do is best. For everything else, fixed do is best. Great question! (Cellos use fixed Do)
I was told by my teacher to leave because I was great at playing but I couldn't memorize the notes but if they showed me this I think my experience would be a lot different I think I'll pick up the cello again because I loved doing it but realized I was pulling every body else down
I'm a self made made in music, able to read music notation. This video is very clear and it was all that I needed to start cello. Big thanks...
Wonderful!
Excellent teaching. It's interesting the way you think like a student and help us catch things easily. Thanks, really appreciate it. 👍😉
Happy to help you!
Thank you SO much. I bought books and they assume I've never touched an instrument. This was literally exactly what I needed and nothing more. Awesome!
This is the first video I've watched talking about this subject that has made perfect sense. I appreciate the concise info, and even more so how you manage to explain it so simply!
I was 9 when i started playing the cello and did it up till i was 10 and then took a 3 year break with no practice or anything! i decided to take it back up again, this video really helped me remember all the basics ect.
Brilliantly concise.
thank you
It's very helpful when you show up close. Great learning video. 👍
Straightforward and excellent teaching. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Great video! The way you explain it on the cello strings makes it so easy to understand! Most teachers do not care and a year ago that i started playing the cello my teacher told me to read the notes myself ( i have never played any other instrument in my life i knew nothing about music or reading notes!) he told me do it by yourself it is a prerequisite! It was so hard almost made me quit… but i bought books and did it by myself… i was 47 y. o. That is why i appreciate greatly your video! Thank you please keep making such wonderful videos!!!
happy to help
This was the key information my instructor gave me which has aided my growth as an adult learner, which regularly had to sight read music. I've grown beyond first position now, but it still is the fundamental which helps me pay without trying to think what the note is.
Glad to help you as always
I played cello for three years fifteen years ago!! I just bought a cello and this video will really help me get back to it! Thank you!
Goodluck! I hope I will also buy a cello too :) I used to play it when I was a child ^^
I've struggled with reading music for years, but this video just gave me a whole ton of confidence
happy to help you
I adore the cello, my whole life, it is the most beautiful instrument ever created, but I know so little about it. I'm in the middle of my life, so I thought, "Why not see about finally learning about the cello?" I'm a beginner, I don't even own a cello -- yet. In grade school I played the flute, but do to a horrible, and I mean HORRIBLE teacher, I never progressed past the first year. I've watched many other beginner videos, and was ready to put this dream back on the shelf, but you made this SO EASY to understand, I'm hooked.❤️
glad you are now learning
This is so easy to understand. Thank you very much for your help!
you are welcome
Your videos are very nice and as a French I am very happy to see the translation in French so I can understand completely with our words :))
Je parle français, mais ma pronunciation est null. A fin, j'aime bien lancer une serie pout debutant pour nous.
Jonathan Humphries haha je peux vous apprendre le français et sa prononciation et vous m’apprenez le violoncelle ! 😄
You are truly a wonderful teacher
Wow, thank you Anne!
Thank you so much to be so simple and clear . I want to start now …
Go for it!
Great explanation! Getting reoriented on the staff is difficult for me at present time when I lose my place. I think this is a great explanation on how to quickly find where I need to be.
You teach cello super well and my son learned the cello thanks to you😃
Happy to hear that! Thank you
That was a super helpful explanation and very well presented video. I'm glad that this was the first and probably only video on this topic to watch. Highly recommended to all as a pre-requisite to starting! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I am going to be renting a cello soon. I have always struggled to read the bass clef (piano days), but this video was really precise and helpful! I am excited for this new adventure of learning the cello.
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent intro, crystal clear. Perfect :)
I am playing the cello is to see the notation.
Your video helps a lot. Thank you !
When I was having piano lessons in Greece we were always using do re mi fa sol la si do. Moving abroad I am hesitating to start a new instrument because everyhting is in A-G and i am very confused 😥 Especially on other clés (like the 3 different DOs). I am so glad you are mentioning both ways of reading then
We live in an international world
Hi Jonathan, about a month ago I asked if you'd create a beginner's staccato tutorial. I've come a long way with my staccato in the past month, but I know that I can still benefit from your insights on the subject. And I'm sure that all of the other budding Cellists subscribed to your channel would get a great deal of value from it :)))
😘 thank you
Thankyou
When my youngest daughter started playing the cello when she was eight she couldn't remember the names of the strings. I came up with this for her: Crying Girls Don't Argue. She learned them instantly!! :D I think I prefer your version though. La, re, sol, do sounds much nicer.
thanks, I do like that one though
Great intro lesson!
you're welcome
This is very helpful. Thank you! 🎶
You're so welcome!
Thank you this is exactly what I need
Thanks for making these videos for us newbies - although I will admit it's a little distracting that you remind me of Jordan Schlansky on Conan.
Why. Is your
bow so tiny 😂
It's a Twinkle Bow, that's why!
I would l9ve to play this instrument one day
Merci, thank you just what I am looking for
De rien
Love your teaching😃
3:50 When you drop the bass
I have a cello today and I need help and you are a really good cello player
thank you, Sherkendra
May I ask, as a newbie...it often appears to me that some cellists use the EDGE of their bows when playing, while still others use he flat of the bow. Am Imagining things?
Thank you!!!!!
Thank you for using the "do-re-mi-fa" system. I get all confused with this ABCD stuff... it makes my head hurt.
glad to help you
Oh dear God, I’ve ordered myself a cello without ever having played any other instrument or read music, think I’ve bitten off more than i can chew 😂
It’s not too much. This instrument is comfortable to learn. You can do it
Thank you this is wonderful! Teaching my kiddos cello virtual to keep busy.
Exelent .beautful tank you👏👏
Can you do a video to discuss when cello plays alto or tenor clef?
Hi Johnathan, at what point when you play a note on the cello do you sort of shake your hand.
it‘s very useful! thank u~
Is the Purpose of, Holding The Strings Down With your Fingers, Is so you Don't Hit That String, When Using The Bow???
What do you think of movable Do vs fixed Do method in solfege? Is the fixed one more useful given it's basically for learning an instrument (the cello in this case) and in determining the absolute pitches? I discovered I really need to work on that to advance more. I believe that working purely based on finger numbers confuses me the second there is a number missing :D Also I need to work more on my ear's musicality.
Depends on you location. For sight-singing, movable Do is better. For training internals (ear training), movable do is better. For learning modal music, Movable Do is best. For everything else, fixed do is best. Great question! (Cellos use fixed Do)
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@@CelloCoach fixed Do it is! Thanks
So there are only four possible notes, none else, and your not allowed to touch the strings ever?
i currently play trombone and they use the same clefs meaning when i switch to cello it won’t be as confusing
yes, we share some of the same range
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J’aimerai que les sous titres soient en français. Cela m’aiderait beaucoup. Merci
Profesional cello teachers hold tiny bows
sad i only now music notation in number
Try harder
Beat explain
Ok
You are wonderful thank you 💗
I was told by my teacher to leave because I was great at playing but I couldn't memorize the notes but if they showed me this I think my experience would be a lot different I think I'll pick up the cello again because I loved doing it but realized I was pulling every body else down
Wtf am I even doing? Its 4 am and I have an exam tomorrow drinking a decaf coffee, I dont even have a cello nor the elective..
Why does my boy have the worlds smallest bow?
Because Tinker Bell gave it too me🧚🏻♀️
instructions unclear
i now speak french
Tu peut mettre les sous-titres
Oh, clé de fa off
thx
Great intro lesson!
Thank you kindly!
yay