Course Overview
Teacher
Baroque cellist Emily Davidson teaches you cello and other string instruments from a baroque perspective. Learn about music history and gain a deeper understanding of baroque music in order to perform this music in a way that the composers would have... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 17 min
- Lessons 4
- Exercises 10
-
11 CQ
4 Lessons in This Course
-
5 minCello lesson 13 CQ
Musician Emily Davidson introduces the differences between a modern and Baroque cello, explaining the history behind the instrument's developments.
with Emily DavidsonMusician Emily Davidson introduces the differences between a modern and Baroque cello, explaining the history behind the instrument's developments.
-
4 minCello lesson 23 CQ
Discover some simple warm-ups and techniques you'll need to keep in mind when playing cello with a Baroque bow, to make sure you get the proper control.
with Emily DavidsonDiscover some simple warm-ups and techniques you'll need to keep in mind when playing cello with a Baroque bow, to make sure you get the proper control.
-
3 minCello lesson 32 CQ
Discover the challenges that come with playing gut strings, from challenges with sound to the need for retuning, in this lesson from cellist Emily Davidson.
with Emily DavidsonDiscover the challenges that come with playing gut strings, from challenges with sound to the need for retuning, in this lesson from cellist Emily Davidson.
-
4 minCello lesson 43 CQ
Follow along with cellist Emily Davidson as she demonstrates how to comfortably hold and support your Baroque cello, without an endpin, using just your legs.
with Emily DavidsonFollow along with cellist Emily Davidson as she demonstrates how to comfortably hold and support your Baroque cello, without an endpin, using just your legs.
-
423 min4-part Cello course15 CQ
If you're a modern cellist looking to expand your musical repertoire, follow along with musician Emily Davidson to explore Baroque era music, bow arm warmups, and stylistic techniques.
with Emily DavidsonIf you're a modern cellist looking to expand your musical repertoire, follow along with musician Emily Davidson to explore Baroque era music, bow arm warmups, and stylistic techniques.
-
12 minCareer Growth lesson7 CQ
Want to put your degree in classical music to good use? In this lesson, learn how to make money and fulfill your passion for music as a freelance musician.
with Emily DavidsonWant to put your degree in classical music to good use? In this lesson, learn how to make money and fulfill your passion for music as a freelance musician.
-
4 minMusic Theory lesson3 CQ
In this ground bass lesson, learn how to play a few different variations of the classical La Folia to evoke characters and moods in your bass playing.
with Emily DavidsonIn this ground bass lesson, learn how to play a few different variations of the classical La Folia to evoke characters and moods in your bass playing.
-
4 minCello lesson3 CQ
In this cello lesson, explore variations of one of the most popular ground bass lines, the passacaglia, and learn how to play this bass line with a few twists.
with Emily DavidsonIn this cello lesson, explore variations of one of the most popular ground bass lines, the passacaglia, and learn how to play this bass line with a few twists.
-
5 minMusic lesson3 CQ
In this lesson, learn how to make the most out of music school or a music degree. You'll explore tips for navigating a music program and making it work for you.
with Emily DavidsonIn this lesson, learn how to make the most out of music school or a music degree. You'll explore tips for navigating a music program and making it work for you.
-
10120 min10-part Cello course64 CQ
Love the sound of stringed instruments but want to avoid a violin player’s stiff neck? Learn how to play the cello! Conductor and instrumentalist Michelle Willis from Teton Music walks you through all of the essential skills you need to start playing the cello proficiently, from understanding basic music theory to playing your first song. You will also learn some practical tips, such as what to look for when purchasing or renting a cello.
with Teton MusicLove the sound of stringed instruments but want to avoid a violin player’s stiff neck? Learn how to play the cello! Conductor and instrumentalist Michelle Willis from Teton Music walks you through all of the essential skills you need to start playing the cello proficiently, from understanding basic music theory to playing your first song. You will also learn some practical tips, such as what to look for when purchasing or renting a cello.
-
417 min4-part Cello course11 CQ
Considering taking up the Baroque cello? Discover the history of the instrument and the different techniques needed to play it beautifully in this music course from cellist Emily Davidson.
with Emily DavidsonConsidering taking up the Baroque cello? Discover the history of the instrument and the different techniques needed to play it beautifully in this music course from cellist Emily Davidson.
-
423 min4-part Cello course15 CQ
If you're a modern cellist looking to expand your musical repertoire, follow along with musician Emily Davidson to explore Baroque era music, bow arm warmups, and stylistic techniques.
with Emily DavidsonIf you're a modern cellist looking to expand your musical repertoire, follow along with musician Emily Davidson to explore Baroque era music, bow arm warmups, and stylistic techniques.