To play the cello without physical strain

The cello is an instrument that attracts many people with its rich and deep sound.
This blog will explain how playing the cello affects the player's body and how to play the cello in a healthy way.

◆Explanation of the cello's relationship to the body
When playing the cello, the player's body becomes one with the instrument.
While this deep connection is a beautiful process of playing music,
While this deep connection is a beautiful process of playing music, improper playing posture and practice can be a strain on the body.
In this section, we will look at the physical damage that cello playing can cause and how to play in a healthy way to minimize it.

◆The importance of posture
Proper playing posture reduces the strain on the body and makes it less likely to feel fatigue after long hours of practice.
It is important to maintain a well-balanced posture by keeping the spine straight and the cello centered on the body.
However, care should be taken not to warp the spine more than necessary, as this will distort the body in the opposite direction.

◆How to use the left hand
The movement of the left hand on the fingerboard of the cello requires a particularly fine and delicate control of force.
The left hand should be used only for pressing the strings and the rest of the movement should be relaxed.

◆Right hand and bow holding
The right hand holding the bow is another part of the instrument that requires the proper amount of force.
The right hand is also required to hold the bow with the proper amount of force,
Unnatural force applied to the shoulders, arms and wrists can cause fatigue and pain.
Be conscious of controlling the bow with the back as the starting point,
Be flexible with the finger joints of your right hand when handling the bow.

◆Rest and body care
Regular rest is very important to reduce the burden on the body.
Also, by incorporating stretching and light exercise before and after playing,
Stretching and light exercise before and after a performance will help maintain the flexibility of the muscles necessary for playing and help prevent injury.
In your spare time, you may wish to practice yoga or other forms of exercise.

◆Summary
Cello playing is an art of expression that requires the use of the player's entire body.
It is also recognized as an instrument that can be played with a healthier posture than other instruments.
Acquire a firm grasp of the fundamentals,
and minimize the burden on the body,
and enjoy playing it while minimizing the strain on the body,
The cello is an instrument that can be enjoyed with minimal strain on the body.
The cello is an instrument that many adults begin to play after they reach adulthood,
It is also popular in music schools.
If you are an adult in the Tokai area who wants to start playing the cello, please contact us,
Please come to Club Nage Music School to start playing the cello,
Club Nage Music School is waiting to welcome you!
We look forward to seeing you soon!