A key to shifting is knowing exactly where you're going and taking deliberate action--easier said than done. These are the 3 steps I...

An unscripted emergency tutorial has turned into one of our most viewed videos. Local orchestra teachers requested a vibrato video to get...

Kung Fu Movie Trailer or Cello Vid? Read on to find out... Last week, at the request of some of my orchestra director friends, I put my...

Flat fingers are something that can seriously hold a string player back. By keeping fingers curved, the left hand moves more efficiently,...

If you want to build a solid foundation for string playing, it's important to make sure that the player is focused on tone, intonation,...

When I first learned this exercise as a student, it revolutionized how I approached the motion of keeping a straight bow. I hope it's as...

Why does everyone want to squeeze their left thumb when starting out on the cello? Some say it's because we use our opposable thumbs all...

If you want an easy way to remember how to set up a beautiful bow hold, check out the Mouse House. I made this video especially for my...