MusicYears 3–5Cello
Cello Grade 3: Technique
Shifting to 4th position; vibrato introduction; varied bow strokes
What you'll learn
- 1
Imagine holding your cello bow like a little bird — not too tight! 🐦
- 2
How should you hold your bow?
- 3
Tap the bow to make it move in a straight line across the string — like a train on a track! 🚂
- 4
Let's play a smooth note on the D string. 🎶
- 5
What should your bow stroke feel like?
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Now try playing a note with your second finger on the A string — keep your bow straight! 🎻
- 7
Which finger do you use for the note on the D string?
Practise Cello Grade 3: Technique with Whizlo
Free AI-tutored lessons, unlimited practice questions, and progress tracking for ages 7–10. Aligned to the UK National Curriculum.