Thumb position for cello book 2

Thumb position for cello, book 2 by rick mooney book sheet. An overview of the neck positions an introduction to stretch position. A dirty, rude, sexual and kinky adult coloring book of 40 zentangle sex. The cello thumb position is introduced on the second or halfstring harmonic, because of the ease with which this note may be found, the succession of notes from seventh to thumb position being in a natural sequence and range, and the stretch required to reach seventh position without removing the thumb from the neck. Gruetzmacher etudes with thumb position, opus 38 volume 2 of the technology of cello playing by friedrich gruetzmacher edited by julius klengel international music company edition no. Book 2 continues where book 1 left off and includes classical music, folk tunes, and original pieces by rick mooney such as around the gypsy campfire, harry the hirsute housefly, petite partita and much more. I am an adult beginner, and my cello teacher recommended this. Thumb position for cello, book 1 thumb position for cello, book 2 thumbs of steel they are carefully organized and systematic in. Thumb position for cello, book 2 expands on the four basic thumb position finger patterns in book 1 with daily warmups and fun duets for teacher and. Thumb position for cello book 1 by mooney, rick 1998.

Following these exercises are tuneful cello duets which have been specifically. Hand shaping in thumb position cello practice, cello. Features easy classical music as well as folk songs, fiddle tunes and mooney originals composed to address specific technical points. Using patterns in fingered thirds, larger shifts and more complicated scale exercises are explored. For best results, you should consult with our string experts or your teacher before purchasing or renting. Thumb position studies, book two covers the spaces used in natural, harmonic, and melodic minor scales. Shop for the alfred thumb position for cello thumbs of steel book 2 and receive free shipping on your order and the guaranteed lowest price. Position pieces for cello, book 2 systematically introduces ways to find the correct location of each position and also to understand the. As in book 1, all of the pieces have been arranged as duets, with a second cello part for the teacher or other students in a group class to play.

I teach cello so my comments may be more helpful for other cello teachers who are looking for a book that provides material with which to apply instruction on thumb position technique. This book from rick mooney features easy classical music as well as folk songs, fiddle tunes and mooney originals composed to address specific technical points. Each hand position is introduced with exercises called target practice, geography quiz, and names and numbers. Jun 26, 2015 without the reassuring opposition of thumb and fingers that we have in the neck position, the left hand can feel adrift and uncertain. If mooney can make that book enjoyable, then i will truly be amazed. Cello power is a series of technique books by marion feldman designed to be used to expand the students facility and knowledge of the instrument. There are tons of duets that systematically teach the higher positions up to thumb. Thumbs of steel paperback december 1, 1999 by rick mooney author. This is the only book available which gives the student so much opportunity for repetition and mastery of basic thumb position technique. Thumb position for cello, book 2 thumbs of steel rick.

The easiest way to find this position is to play the natural harmonic an octave above the open string with the third finger, then find the correct places for the second and first fingers. Shop and buy thumb position for cello, book 2 sheet music. Now that, i am dreading, although i just ordered it. Pressing the thumb down comes with book 2, thumbs of steel. Read download thumb position for cello bk 1 pdf pdf download. Position pieces for cello, book 2 fills the pedagogical gap between the first book of position pieces and the two thumb position for cello books in that it covers the fifth, sixth, and seventh positions. A second cello part throughout promotes a students ability to hear and play accurately. Sep 09, 2012 thumb position for cello book john stuart. Alfred thumb position for cellothumbs of steel book 2. Thumb position for cello, bk 1 by rick mooney, paperback.

Thirds in thumb position for the cello, book two this book continues the study of doublestop thirds in thumb position on the cello with fortysix intensive studies. Learning the tenor clef by pat legg and alan gout this book is organized completely differently than rick mooneys position pieces book 2 yet it has many excellent qualities. Cello thumb position book 1 by rick mooney janice168888. Pdf thumb position for cello bk 2 download full pdf. Cello thumb position the thumb is used as a fret in thumb position. Thumb position for cello, book 2 specifications publisher. May 06, 2014 cello thumb position book 1 by rick mooney janice168888. The book teaches the transition to thumb position in every exercise, then focuses on high second finger, playing across strings, and ends with moving the thumb to different positions. Heft 2 russischer komponisten laflutedepan, best of cello classics violoncelle et. The cello thumb position is introduced on the second or halfstring harmonic, the note a on the highest string. Save on the thumb position for cello thumbs of steel book 2 from alfred.

The second and fourth position string builder is to be used after the third and fifth position string builder. Book 1 includes only the four basic fingering patterns used in thumb posi tion. The exercises are more difficult than those in thumb position for the cello, book one, and thumb position on the g string is introduced. The focus of the book is on low second finger whole step, half step, whole step in thumb position. Each short exercise moves through six keys so the spaces can be learned in a variety of positions. Book 2 continues where book 1 left off and includes. Cello thumb position book 1 by rick mooney youtube. The start companion book to essential elements for the cello technique books i like and how i use them.

As my cello teacher says, if it doesnt hurt, youre not doing it right. This book from rick mooney features easy classical music as. Thumb position for the cello, book two by cassia harvey. An advanced thumb position for cello, book 2 thumbs of steel is also available. No gain without pain is one of the worst sayings for string players. The note d is difficult if impossible to reach with the fourth finger in 7th position without removing ones thumb from the neck, while it is easily reachable with the third finger in thumb position. But this is great, because it builds confidence and willingness about thumb position. If you feel soreness when practising thumb position then stop, and leave it until the next day. This book continues the study of thumb position on the cello with exercises that work on low second finger. Typically, the first three finger position we encounter on the cello is upper fifth. Thumb position studies for the cello, book four covers more extensive shifting in thumb position. Thumb position for cello, bk 2 by rick mooney, 9780874877649, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.

Unfurl your fist and rest it on the string, with your thumb on the a and d harmonics. Get the guaranteed best price on cello method books like the alfred thumb position for cellothumbs of steel book 2 at musicians friend. Note that your hands shape is really not much different from a fist. Thumb position for the cello, book one by cassia harvey. Position pieces for cello, book 2 by rick mooney book. Position pieces for cello is designed to give students a logical and fun way to learn their way around the fingerboard. This book from rick mooney features easy classical music as well as folk. The first difference is that it is organized around key signatures. Alfred thumb position for cello thumbs of steel book 2 by rick mooney.

Smaller hands may find it necessary to release the thumb from the neck altogether if this facilitates the stretch better, always remember to bring the thumb back to the neck when returning to closed. After studying thumb position for the cello, book one, you can learn more complicated thumb position with this book. For a lot of advanced players, the pressure of performance anxiety can make thumb position fraught with hazards, even when things have gone just fine in the practice room. Theres plenty of mixing of positions but with emphasis on a particular position. This book provides the cellist with further essential daily studies in thumb position. Jun 27, 2005 i teach cello so my comments may be more helpful for other cello teachers who are looking for a book that provides material with which to apply instruction on thumb position technique. This book can be used in conjunction with thumb position duets for the cello, book one, and can be followed by thumb position for the cello, book two. Position pieces for cello, book 2 fills the pedagogical gap between the first book of position pieces and the two thumb position for cello books in that it covers. Mooney, thumb position for cello book 2 simply for strings. Book 2 continues where book 1 left off and includes classical music, folk tunes, and original pieces by rick mooney such as around the.

Thumb position studies for the cello, book four provides the advanced cellist with a fourth set of essential daily studies in thumb position. The paperback of the thumb position for cello, bk 2. Pdf thumb position for cello bk 1 download full pdf book. As a helpful and thorough resource, i heartily recommend checking out rick mooneys method books for thumb position. Position pieces for cello, book 2 systematically introduces ways to find the correct location of each position and also to understand the various finger patterns required. Thumb position for cello, book 2 expands on the four basic thumb position finger patterns in book 1 with daily warmups and fun duets for teacher and student to enjoy together. In the above example, place the thumb across the a and d strings where the first finger was in 7th position touch lightly to test, and youll hear a harmonic. Finally, for a gently graded approach to thumb position try thumbs of steel, the second book in rick mooneys thumb position for cello series. Buy thumb position for cello, book 2 thumbs of steel. Pdf thumb position for cello bk 2 download full pdf book. Book 2 continues where book 1 left off and includes classical music, folk tunes, and original pieces by rick mooney such as around the gypsy campfire, harry the hi. The first difference is that it is organized around key signatures relative majors and minors instead of finger patterns. Thumb position for the cello, book two this book continues the study of thumb position on the cello with exercises that work on low second finger.