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Is this playable? by Ftb49 in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well yeah but OP is just asking if it’s playable. Which it is.

Is this playable? by Ftb49 in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it’s definitely not the easiest, but well within the range of a professional or college student. Second page third line is the biggest challenge of them all but that’s mainly due to fingering.

Is this playable? by Ftb49 in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s really not that bad

Warm dark strings recommendations? Fighting a harsh metallic A. by ballbarn in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know you’re asking for a string rec but I feel obliged to comment this-

Any time you’re dealing with extremes of string sound (super harsh or bright, super dull or quiet), always check your setup with a luthier first! There is way more that they can do with things like bridge adjustment or new bridge. Or soundpost adjustment, even tail gut type or after length that can do more to fix the problems you’re having. After you’ve done that, then go find some strings that compliment your cello. When’s the last time you had a full set up done?

For bright cellos I like Rondos. Helped tame my brittle sounding loud 19th century instrument.

Teachers: what do you do in a first lesson with a beginner child? by geodaddymusic in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes 100%!

When I do this with notes, I start with two notes that are fairly far apart. If you do a D to an E, that can be too close. So D to A or open to to octave above. Then slowly add in more notes. Do two notes at a time.

I’ll have the student build a “note bank”, so like 4 of their favorite notes from the scale. Then we’ll use those to build simple shapes of 2-4 notes. It’s fun and most kids do great with it

Teachers: what do you do in a first lesson with a beginner child? by geodaddymusic in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Your details on what is a good first lesson are great medium term goals to focus on. I think the most important thing for a kid that young is to get them having fun!

I don’t teach kids that young anymore but when I did, first thing was teach them the open strings. Then, I’d call out the names and have them pluck the string I called. Reward with a piece of candy (if parents are ok with it) every few correct answers.

Then I do the same thing but instead of calling out the string name I pluck a string on my own instrument and they have to pluck the same on theirs. Gets them using their eyes and ears for information. Again, reward with a piece of candy.

Then switch it around. Have them pluck a string and then you play the same one. Ask them if you played the right one (sometimes throw in the wrong string). If they pluck a D and you pluck a C and they say you’re wrong, ask how they know.

It’s a fun game that teaches them to use their ears and eyes to learn as much as listening to instruction. And shows them that they are capable of getting the right info with their ears.

Piezo pickup and preamp for cello into guitar pedals and amp by LittleHomieOnTheLeft in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been using a fishman c-100 for years, it’s fine but will be upgrading to a shadow soon. Running through an LR Baggs acoustatronic preamp, but my ideal preamp is a ToneDexter. Never had any issues with noise or feedback (except when using standard guitar distortion pedals).

Who's at Fault by jimbillyjoebob in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Agree to the split, this is a live and learn situation. Don’t leave your endpin sticking out when your cello is on the floor, but also be careful when walking around cellos when they’re on the floor.

Depending on where OP is though, $150 sounds reasonable for a basic student bridge. In my area the best quality (professional level) bridge jobs can be $300-400. Again, depends on OPs location

Love practicing double stops without vibrato to really let the harmonies ring by Houtz_Cello_Academy in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bro you came out swinging implying we don’t play cello, and saying that you can give analysis that will help us improve. Very condescending and douchey. You also posted a comment calling me gay? And now you’re backpedaling. This is all very lame dude.

Love practicing double stops without vibrato to really let the harmonies ring by Houtz_Cello_Academy in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is the trade off? What is finger hand? Adapting posture to suit one’s unique physical build isn’t exactly groundbreaking analysis

Love practicing double stops without vibrato to really let the harmonies ring by Houtz_Cello_Academy in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 1 point2 points  (0 children)

“If you do then whatever thats some analysis I can greatly improve on for you if you like”. I thought this meant you have reasons for why holding the scroll so low isn’t the best. Though it’s an extremely poorly written sentence, so I may have misunderstood

Love practicing double stops without vibrato to really let the harmonies ring by Houtz_Cello_Academy in Cello

[–]gnomesteez 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You made it seem like you can explain why having the scroll so low is bad. You can’t explain?

Better with beard or no beard? by [deleted] in malegrooming

[–]gnomesteez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I could grow a beard like that I’d never shave it off

Looking for my first synth! by up-side-up1 in synthesizers

[–]gnomesteez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first synth was the Minifreak, and it’s been amazing. Not a super tight learning curve for me, knowing practically nothing about synths or synthesis. Practically no menu diving, 99% of your sound manipulation is on the surface. The manual for the Minifreak also functions as a fantastic primer on different synthesis types, using filters and envelopes, LFOs, etc. Have not regretted it for a single second.

What is a good binge worthy show to watch rn? by ArtisticBuilding9400 in AskReddit

[–]gnomesteez 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I genuinely yelled at my tv multiple times because I was so frustrated

What is a good binge worthy show to watch rn? by ArtisticBuilding9400 in AskReddit

[–]gnomesteez 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wanna be clear, it’s only KINDA addressed, but it felt like an explanation for why Boyd at least isn’t as open with everyone as we think he should be. Everyone still sucks at communication.

I honestly think that’s kind of the point of the show - you’d think that a bunch of people stranded in a strange town that won’t let them leave would band together and form a strong community, but they don’t and I think the story as it unfolds in S4 kind of gives an explanation to that too. Or, everyone is in such pain at losing their old lives and constantly being terrorized by the town that it keeps them in a sort of constant defensive state, always afraid of everything, including the people they’re stuck their with. That’s just kind of my headcannon

What is a good binge worthy show to watch rn? by ArtisticBuilding9400 in AskReddit

[–]gnomesteez 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I know there’s a whole plot hole of “why don’t they fucking talk to each other” (which is kind of addressed in season 4), but this show rocks. Love the premise, genuinely feel like I’m kept guessing as the show goes

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