tonebase Cello Course

Schumann

Adagio und Allegro

Taught by renowned cellist

Lluís Claret

In this course, beloved cellist and pedagogue Lluís Claret takes us deep into the complex and emotionally charged world of one of Schumann's chamber master pieces, Adagio und Allegro.

Difficulty:
advanced
Duration:
1
hours
hour

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Course Syllabus

Adagio and Chamber Music

In this lesson, we learn how to make the most of the chamber music aspect of this great Adagio. We learn when to lead and when to follow the piano as the two have a crucial dialogue.

Allegro - How to Practice

In this lesson, we study methods for navigating the somewhat awkward passages in the Allegro of this piece. As Professor Claret states regarding shifting, "When you feel a musical motion, the shifting is often easier."

Vibrato Connections

In this lesson, we learn about the differences between continuous and connected vibrato. We study ways in which vibrato can help build the musical phrases and we learn practice methods to make application to the repertoire easier.

Legato and Natural Phrasing

In this lesson, we study methods for the bow to make as legato sound as possible. We learn how the pelvis must be engaged, rather than the shoulders, to really make sure the sound spin. We also hear anecdotes of Casals and Rostropovich to offer inspiration. We study ways of making various colors with the bow using more hair, more speed, and by varying other factors.

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Schumann

Adagio und Allegro

Course Syllabus

Lluís Claret

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Playing The Cello

Suite No. 5 in C Minor, BWV 1011 (Bach)

The Ten Cello Commandments

Playing Without Tension

Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129 (Schumann)

How to Shift Cleanly

Suite No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1008 (Bach)

The Art of the Bow

The Ultimate Cello Warm-Up Routine

Variations On A Rococo Theme

Essentials of Cello Playing

Concerto No. 1 in C Major (Haydn)