Twinkle, Twinkle

As I wrote to my grandmother in Texas the other day, who is turning 99 (!) come February, I have recently learned how to play "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" on the cello. It is a great accomplishment to be sure, and self-taught for the most part. Now, I know how to play it both on the higher register, as well as the lower, which I believe is an octave below or so. In any case, very pleased with my progress thus far and hoping to play "Frere Jacque" and "Row, Row Your Boat", as well as "Mary Had a Little Lamb" and "Waterfall" as well in the coming days. You see, I'm building my repertoire! Lol. Well, that is good. Unfortunately, I realized recently that I will not be able to take at the Levine School of Music with Vasily, as it is too expensive. Furthermore, I also realized that even if I could afford it, it would be a waste of time. Why? Well, for one thing, I'm not very advanced on the cello, having just learned "Twinkle, Twinkle", as I say, and so what? Am I going to perform this piece at the next Levine recital? I think not!! Well, could be fun, but that's not what I'm paying the big bucks for these days. What am I going to pay for? Well, I've partially worked out a deal whereby I will trade piano lessons for cello lessons. Brilliant, no? Well, that is, that is the thought. You see, I still want to pay "Laura Embassy" for her time, but just at a rate of half-price perhaps, then making up the difference with piano lessons. Of course, this is a brilliant idea on my part, but not exactly new to me. My father, who is also a fan of the cello, suggested it really in the first place. So I owe him that I suppose. My mother does not want to pay for my cello lessons. :( But will still pay for piano when the time comes? In any case, looking forward to taking beginning cello lessons with Laura when she gets back from wherever she went to, and also looking forward to learning more songs on the cello. She teaches, it should be noted, out of her house. Not quite sure as yet if she has a piano, but she will undoubtedly text me about it. Now, as for my cello, and its location in my house, I'm currently keeping it in the third floor study. My study. Which is all well and good, except that I'm a little concerned should it get too cold. My mother suggested the bathroom as a good alternative. But there, I'm also afraid that it could get stepped on or might fall over in the night. Hmm. Well, there aren't really any good alternatives, but certainly I want the cello to stay in good condition, not only for my sake but for potter's as well. Well, we shall see. That's all for now. Thanks much! Best, B.