The Cello is one of the most beautiful instruments in the world, however not everyone takes up Cello because they fear it is a difficult instrument to learn. In truth, children can start to learn the Cello as early as 3 or 4 years of age, although some Singapore cello teachers will not take children until they reach the age of 6-8.
As a matter of fact, many Singapore cello teachers are using the Suzuki method while some deem a combination of traditional ways and the Suzuki method the right way to teach cello. The Suzuki method is preferred by more people because it deals with more natural ways of learning the instrument that relies more on sight and sound abilities of the student.
The Cello is made in different sizes precisely so this can be done. The instrument comes in ¼, ½, ¾ and full size. It is best to start to learn the Cello at an early age, although older people can also learn this instrument, but may not progress as fast or as far as a child will.
Learning to play the Cello is very similar to learning the violin. Only, the fingerboard of the Cello is without the marking that you will find in the violin. That is why, it is a lot more difficult to master finger placements. Lessons about finger positions demand a little more patience from all involved.
It is much easier for children to learn to play the Cello as they have more patience to repeat simple tunes like "Twinkle Twinkle little star" over and over again, whereas an adult would quickly become bored with such musical pieces.
One other thing that works well in favor of children is their adaptability and flexibility. They find it easier to receive instructions and comply to them and are generally more coordinated than older adults. One arm to handle the bow, with the other working the fingerboards. Scientists tell us that to achieve this, requires the use of both brain hemispheres.
The most difficult and the most important part of the Cello that should be mastered is the Bow. Once you have become proficient in using the bow, making the cello resonate will be easy for you even when you are playing softly.
This skill is embraced naturally by the children, particularly those that are learning under the Suzuki method. They exercise both hemispheres of the brain when they play.
As a child they become used to the instrument and develop the strength necessary to control the Cello and draw the bow out evenly. Those scratchy tones and flat pitch are caused by the uneven movement of the bow.
In conclusion, learning to play the Cello, as any other instrument, is not simple, however it can be pleasant, relaxing, and entertaining. Children adjust well to it and with the help of their parents, find the lessons fun and interesting. Adults, on the other hand, tend to get bored with the lessons. Children don't expect to play a sonata the first time they pick up the instrument. They just expect to have fun learning and being in a class with other children.
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