If you have completed Cello level 1 or have had at least one year’s tuition (playing at around grade 1 standard), come and explore cello technique and repertoire, including ensemble music. We welcome players who are returning to the cello after a break. Continues to Cello 2B next term.
Break weeksTerm 1 26th - 30th Oct 2026Term 2 No scheduled break weekTerm 3 31st May -4th June 2027
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If you have been playing cello for around a year, progress your playing in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Develop your technique, reading music notation, and knowledge of music theory.
What will we cover?
- Further development of playing in the most natural and relaxed way to maintain good posture. - Learning to tune your instrument. - Scales and arpeggios in both major and minor keys over 2 octaves. - Extensions both forwards and back. - Bowing styles including changing bow direction in quicker passages. - Develop your listening and intonation.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Play with a good relaxed posture and correct technique in each hand - Sight-read simple bass clef music - Play in ensembles as well as on your own - Play on your own with confidence.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is for those who have completed at least one year of cello playing and tuition (to approximately Grade 1 standard) and who can read and play from simple notation in bass clef. You will need to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Classes are taught through tutor explanation and demonstration, group playing and individual practice. Sessions will also include class discussion, aural skills and theoretical study. A regular practice routine is essential to make progress (ideally at least 20 minutes a session, 4 times per week).
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Please bring your own cello, bow, rosin and case, as well as a pencil and notebook. If you do not yet own a cello, you might consider hiring one.
You will need to purchase some music (used throughout Cello 2 A/B/C): More Time Pieces for Cello by Tim Wells Grades 1-3 (ABRSM) Rick Mooney, Position Pieces for Cello (Alfred) This book is a recommended extra -ABRSM Cello Scales and Arpeggios Grades 1-5
This course leads to Cello 2B next term. You may also be interested in joining String Ensemble, which will help improve your sight-reading, intonation and ensemble skills. You may also be interested in Musicianship and music theory courses
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If you do not yet own a cello, you might consider hiring one.</p><p>You will need to purchase some music (used throughout Cello 2 A/B/C):<br/>More Time Pieces for Cello by Tim Wells Grades 1-3 (ABRSM)<br/>Rick Mooney, <em>Position Pieces for Cello</em> (Alfred)<br/>This book is a recommended extra -ABRSM Cello Scales and Arpeggios Grades 1-5</p><p>See our blog <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/where-buy-music-and-instruments" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Where to buy music and instruments</a> for more details.</p>This course leads to Cello 2B next term.<br/>You may also be interested in joining <a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/string-ensembletarget=_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">String Ensemble</a>, which will help improve your sight-reading, intonation and ensemble skills. You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/musicianship-music-theory-courses-city-littarget=_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Musicianship and music theory courses</a>MusicStringsconfigurable
