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"In Japan, we have the phrase 'shoshin' which means 'beginner's mind.' This does not mean a closed mind, but actually an empty and ready mind. If your mind is empty, it is always ready for anything. It is open to everything. In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities; in the expert's mind there are few." Shunryu Suzuki
"Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind" (Weatherhill)
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ESSAY ON FINGERING THE VIOLONCELLO AND ON THE CONDUCT OF THE BOW
by J.L. DUPORT
Translated from the original by JOHN BISHOP
(of Cheltenham)l
This is a facsimile edition of an early 19th century translations of Jean Louis Duport's "Essai sur le doigtes du violoncelle et la conduite de l'archet, avec une suite d'exercises." In this work, Duport established the modern system of fingering, extensive bowing advice, intonation (including an excellent section on acoustics). In addition, the famous 21 etudes are included along with accompaniment by a second cello. There are many wonderful comments on style, musicality, etc. |
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FINGERBOARD MASTERY FOR THE CELLIST
I wrote this book over a period of five years. It was an attempt to come up with new exercises to help me achieve a higher level of technical mastery of the cello. In addition, "Fingerboard Mastery" also includes exercises and tips that I have gathered from many sources over the years. To me playing the cello is not only about becoming a cellist but also about growth as a person. This book contains quotations that I have found helpful in my personal growth.
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"Dear Lewis,
Thank you very much for sending me a copy of your 'Fingerboard Mastery' . Even though I cannot myself take much advantage of valuable information contained, I will surely suggest to people who are teaching secondary cello courses and young musicians programs here..." Tsuyoshi Tsutsumi
Professor of Violoncello, Indiana University
"Lewis Davis, a cellist who came late to the instrument, has compiled exercises and ideas that helped him feel at home with the cello. As the title implies, the book focuses on left-hand technique, with methodical exercises for finding pitches in several octaves as well as learning positions, including thumb position. The method requires patience and hard work; Davis recommends slow practice, using a tuner as well as singing pitches and note names to improve intonation. While this kind of systematic learning may not be for everyone, this is a good solid resource and includes some excellent tips for practicing.". Sarah Freiberg
STRINGS magazine April 2000
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Duport's "Essay" is .00 including shipping and handling (US)
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