So, I kind of got away with a lesson the other day after having missed a week of practice. BUT it should be noted that I did watch some lessons on YouTube during this time and they were very instructive. My hat goes off to Hans for getting me started on the cello and for all his bowing technique and exercises.
Now I'm back to practicing every day, more or less. What should be apparent is that my teacher was utterly "blown away" (her words) by my bowing technique the other day. I was using my wrist just the way that I should, etc. Everything was going well. Then, we played some duets and they went really well. I was listening while we were playing and it was just awesome, even playing something as simple as "French Folk Song." I'm secretly hoping to make a YouTube video of this and sending it to my secret crush for Valentine's Day (who also happens to be.. French!). Haha. In any case, I'm looking forward to it and I'm listening to a lot of cello music on Pandora. That's always helpful. You know, Yo-Yo Ma et al. But really, I'd like to learn the Prelude to the 1st Bach Cello Suite, but the fingerings are really weird. Well, I did just learn the D Major scale for the entire cello. It's not like I know everything or anything yet. Well, I will keep you all updated. Cheerio! And here's to more good times on the cello! Peace~ B.
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