ǂThe ǂart of cello playing ǂa ǂcomplete textbook-method for private or class instruction

The author's stated purpose in writing The Art of Cello Playing is to present a progressive sequence of commentary and material as a basis for acquiring a sound technical foundation and basic playing competence to prepare the player for exploring the rich solo, orchestral, and chamber music literature of the instrument." To that end he produced a comprehensive textbook and reference manual on beginning to advanced cello technique with emphasis on the vital beginning foundation. Louis Potter Jr. was particularly well-qualified to make this contribution from his wide experience in teaching both classes and individuals at Michigan State University and at National Music Camp, Interlochen, Michigan." Table of Contents List of Musical Examples List of Illustrations Preface 1. Principal Parts of the Cello and Bow 2 Care of the Instrument 3 Some Rudiments of Music 4 Suggestions for Practicing 5 Tuning the Cello 6 Establishingthe Proper Playing Position 7 The Pizzicato 8 Establishing Correct Position and Use of the Left Hand (Posture 1) 9 The First Playing Lessons 10 Holding and Using the Cello Bow 11 Using the Left Hand and Bow Together 12 The Use of the Slur 13 The Détaché Bow Stroke 14 Refining the Change of Bow—Tone Quality 15 The Bow Problem in Crossing the Strings 16 The Left Hand Extensions (Posture 2) 17 Playing Double Stops 18 The “On-String” Staccato (The Martele or Martellato) 19 The Fourth Position 20 The Vibrato 21 Refining the Shift 22 The “Link” or “Hook” Bowing and the Staccato 23 The Second Position 24 The Third Position 25 The Half Position 26 The Spiccato Bowing Styles 27 The Playing of Chords 28 The Tremolo 29 The Higher Positions (Posture 3)(Fifth, Sixth, and Seventh Positions) 30 Trill Studies (and Ornaments) 31 Introducing the Thumb Positions (Posture 4) 32 Pique Bowing; Two Principles of Fingering 33 Natural and Artificial Harmonics and Playing Octaves 34 Scales and Arpeggios in Three and Four Octaves (Including Scales in Broken Thirds) 35 Orchestral Passages 36 Appendix: Cello Repertoire List The author's stated purpose in writing The Art of Cello Playing is to present a progressive sequence of commentary and material as a basis for acquiring a sound technical foundation and basic playing competence to prepare the player for exploring the rich solo, orchestral, and chamber music literature of the instrument. To that end he has produced a comprehensive textbook and reference manual on beginning to advanced cello technique with emphasis on the vital beginning foundation. Louis Potter Jr., is particularly well qualified to make this contribution from his wide experience in teaching both classes and individuals at Michigan State University and at National Music Camp, Interlochen, Michigan. For the young beginning student a complete set of four wound metal strings, with a tuner for each string, is recommended, primarily because of the easier tuning and longer wear.