Minuet I from Bach’s Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major Cello Lesson from Suzuki Cello Book 4

Minuet I from Bach’s Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major Cello Lesson from Suzuki Cello Book 4

Welcome back to Musician's Addition! In this video, we dive into Minuet I from Bach’s Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major—a timeless classical favorite. While it's a staple for cellists, it's also well-known among violists and other string players. This step-by-step practice tutorial breaks down tricky sections like double and triple stops, trills, and positional shifts with a focus on clean fingerings, bow control, and tone production.

We'll cover:
✔️ Understanding the time signature and key
✔️ Tackling triple stops and trills (with grace notes!)
✔️ Bowing strategies to avoid scratchy tones
✔️ Shifting between first, half, and fourth positions
✔️ Practicing with intention from start to repeat and beyond

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