We are assembling a collection of historic and inspiring teaching videos for our cello community.
To suggest a listing for inclusion, please contact info@britishcellos.org.
Alisa Weilerstein Interview: Bow Grip & Arm Weight
Alisa Weilerstein discusses her unique right hand technique.
- Intermediate - Up to grade 8
The PERFECT bow arm?
Camden Shaw from the Dover String Quartet discusses the mechanics of a relaxed bow arm.
- Beginner - Up to grade 4
Margaret Rowell Teaching
Margaret Rowell discusses the development of cello technique, particularly in relation to hands.
- Intermediate - Up to grade 8
- Advanced - Diploma/Conservatoire
Organised Method of String Playing, János Starker
János Starker plays Cassado Suite for cello solo, teaches and talks about his "Organized method of string playing"
- Advanced - Diploma/Conservatoire
- Concert level
János Starker on Rhythmic Freedom
János Starker in conversation with Paul Katz, 2010.
- Advanced - Diploma/Conservatoire
- Concert level
János Starker on His Performance Anxiety
János Starker in conversation with Paul Katz, 2010.
- Intermediate - Up to grade 8
- Advanced - Diploma/Conservatoire
- Concert level
János Starker on Releasing Tension
János Starker in conversation with Paul Katz, 2010.
- Intermediate - Up to grade 8
Bernard Greenhouse on maintaining vibrato
Bernard Greenhouse in conversation with Paul Katz, 2008, discussing vibrato.
- Beginner - Up to grade 4
- Intermediate - Up to grade 8
- Advanced - Diploma/Conservatoire
- Concert level
Lynn Harrell’s Cello Workshop – Part 2
Part 2 of 2.
Lynn Harrell demonstrates an aspect of left hand technique that effects tone production.
- Beginner - Up to grade 4
- Intermediate - Up to grade 8
Lynn Harrell’s Cello Workshop – Part 1
Part 1 of 2.
Lynn Harrell demonstrates aspects of posture and right hand technique.
- Beginner - Up to grade 4
Alban Gerhardt about how to use the bow arm
Learn about the difficulty of the right hand and arm, the bowarm, and how to solve possible problems. How did he learn it and feel safe with his bow arm? Watch this video!
- Beginner - Up to grade 4
André Navarra – Left hand Exercises and Vibrato
Part 4 of 4.
This wonderful film provides an insight into the technical approach of one of the undisputed legends of cello performance of the 20th Century, the great French cellist Andre Navarra (1911 - 1988). We thank Maestro Navarra's son, Michel Navarra for copyright permission to reproduce the film and his blessing to undertake this important project which makes these cello secrets accessible to English speakers for the first time.
- Intermediate - Up to grade 8
- Advanced - Diploma/Conservatoire
André Navarra – Left Hand Exercises and Scales
Part 3 of 4.
This wonderful film provides an insight into the technical approach of one of the undisputed legends of cello performance of the 20th Century, the great French cellist Andre Navarra (1911 - 1988). We thank Maestro Navarra's son, Michel Navarra for copyright permission to reproduce the film and his blessing to undertake this important project which makes these cello secrets accessible to English speakers for the first time.
- Intermediate - Up to grade 8
André Navarra – The Bow and Left Hand Technique
Part 2 of 4.
This wonderful film provides an insight into the technical approach of one of the undisputed legends of cello performance of the 20th Century, the great French cellist Andre Navarra (1911 - 1988). We thank Maestro Navarra's son, Michel Navarra for copyright permission to reproduce the film and his blessing to undertake this important project which makes these cello secrets accessible to English speakers for the first time.
- Beginner - Up to grade 4
- Intermediate - Up to grade 8
André Navarra – The Bow Technique
Part 1 of 4.
This wonderful film provides an insight into the technical approach of one of the undisputed legends of cello performance of the 20th Century, the great French cellist Andre Navarra (1911 - 1988). We thank Maestro Navarra's son, Michel Navarra for copyright permission to reproduce the film and his blessing to undertake this important project which makes these cello secrets accessible to English speakers for the first time.
- Beginner - Up to grade 4
A lesson with Leonard Rose
This important 1978 film, edited for viewing by Steven Honigberg, documents Rose's teaching theories for posterity. It is a must see for both budding young cellists and established artists. Experience what it was like to be in a lesson with the master cellist.
- Beginner - Up to grade 4
André Navarra explains his Bow Technique (German Language)
German Language
- Beginner - Up to grade 4