In this featured lesson from Playing the Cello, master teacher Richard Aaron explores one of the most overlooked foundations of cello playing: breathing.
Many players struggle with tension without realizing they’re simply holding their breath. Aaron shows how the bow, spine, and breath must move together to create freedom, balance, and depth of sound.
You’ll discover why the exhale should be slower than the inhale, how motion begins in the hips rather than the arms, and how contrary motion keeps the body balanced during bow changes.
These ideas aren’t theoretical. They’re physical, practical, and immediately applicable to your scales and repertoire.
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