#kreutzeretudes

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With its 5 #strings #stringcrossings on #violoncellodaspalla are challenging. I use #etude no 7 by #kreutzer for practice. Here’s what I do (3 videos): 1) End each note on the next note, then wait before playing it. This ensures both the left hand finger and the bow hair are prepared in advance of each note. ~swipe left~ 2) Repeat each note. This creates more time to prepare each string crossing in the mind while reducing the amount of time given to the actual change of strings. Use the time offered by the repetition to plan each string crossing. Accomplish each change of strings quickly and with a smooth natural motion. Repeating notes an odd number of times preserves the bow direction for each note. ~swipe left~ 3) String crossings are smooth and accurate! #kreutzeretudes #practiceroom #practicediaries #cellopractice #violinpractice #violintechnique #violintips #cellolover #violinteacher #staccato #practiceroomrevelations #babycello #musicpractice #suzukiviolinteacher #practicemakesprogress #practicepracticepractice #practiceeveryday #365daysofpractice #violinmasterclass #cellomasterclass (at Washington D.C.) https://www.instagram.com/p/CI0fSb-g8AV/?igshid=1tlyt7ckrjwnj