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$99.00
Irish Airs for Solo Cello Tutorials
$99.00
Trad on Cello 1: Polkas, Slides, Jigs
$89.00
Trad on Cello 2: Slip Jigs, Hornpipes, Reels
$20.00
Misty Mountains Tutorial
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This is the exact kind of sound and teaching style I have been searching for. Thank god for YouTube. I will finally get cello lessons-take that COVID! I'm...
Read MoreThis is the exact kind of sound and teaching style I have been searching for. Thank god for YouTube. I will finally get cello lessons-take that COVID! I'm ecstatic and cannot wait to show off
Read LessThe demonstrations are inspiring and very instructive
The demonstrations are inspiring and very instructive
Read Lessloving this cello course...high standard and great resources with online support.
loving this cello course...high standard and great resources with online support.
Read Lessi loved learning the tune be ear.
i loved learning the tune be ear.
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Are you looking to pick up the cello again after many years? Do you want to start back where you left off? Are you an amateur or professional cellists needing a boost of confidence? Do you get crippled with nerves at the thought of playing in public? Whatever your starting point, if you are playing the cello, you might relate to one of the following…
You want more confidence to play for your partner, friends and family
You have the goal of playing in front of an audience in an orchestra, ensemble, solo concert, trad or jam session
You want to create your own arrangements like you’ve heard your favourite musicians do
You want to experience the simple satisfaction of playing in tune, relaxed and with a great tone
More than anything… you have a desire to be a better cellist!
You want to be more relaxed when playing but find it difficult
You find yourself getting nervous or lacking confidence when you play for your teacher, or when someone asks you to play
You find it hard to motivate yourself, keep the inspiration and maintain momentum to keep up a regular cello routine
You can’t find music that isn’t necessarily classical that is great for performance and satisfying to play
You continually search for how to make that velvety, rich and sonorous sound
You already learn from a teacher but need that extra bit of community support, inspiration and connection with others
The cello club helps you become a better cellist by;
Participating in Cello Club Meetings where you get comfortable playing in a non-judgemental environment playing for each other every fortnight and overcome performance anxiety
Giving you the skills and practice of playing by memory in the cello club lessons, so you don’t have to read music all the time
Giving you the tools to create your own arrangements and be able to play along in any musical situation
Discovering and Exploring Irish music and how to develop an authentic sound
Having a community space to share and ask questions of other cellists on the cello journey
Having access to an ever growing library of cello sheet music and growing your repertoire
Cello Club Lessons
Live group lessons via Zoom. Every fortnight learn tunes and how to accompany them.
Be guided through melodies of every style. We will use Irish, other traditional tunes, classical melodies, rock, folk, and basically anything that can be played on the cello.
We look at chords and learn how to accompany the tunes.
In learning the melodies, and developing your accompaniment skills, you develop your arranging and composition skills and find a way to play with any music in any situation. We explore the techniques, harmonic concepts and challenges the tunes present.
We practice learning by heart, or practice sight-reading by using the music provided.
Warm-ups
Warm-ups that work are essential to help you sound better when you practice and play. I will give you new ideas to work on each month and help you explore and develop your technique.
Club Hang
Every fortnight, the Cello Club meets via Zoom. Join cellists from around the world to play a new piece you are working on, talk about cello and get positive feedback from each other.
If you experience performance anxiety and nervousness, this is a great way to meet the challenge of performing for others.
Get the motivation to work towards a performance in a non judgemental space. Watch, listen, learn and get inspired by one another. There is no pressure to play unless you want to. You are as welcome to listen as to play.
Video Archives
All live lessons, warm-ups and meetings will be archived for you to access. Anything you miss you can catch up with in your own time, and you can review your performance on anyone else’s from the Club Hang.
Community
There are two social spaces;
Cello Club Chat - Share music and ideas, and videos, connect, be social, get inspired.
ASK ILSE - A space for you to upload your videos and problem sections of your playing, and I will give you feedback and advice. Other members can also help with tips and ideas.
This space is helpful if you have trouble making your playing be heard because of your internet connection during the Club Hang.
Important Note!
If you join the Cello Club and can NOT make any of the live lessons, you are still in the Club and have 100% access to everything that happens live. There is so much for all cellists to enjoy, and if you prefer not to take the Club hang or Lessons, or can not make the time, you will benefit from all that the Cello Club offers. The LIVE aspect is completely optional.
The Cello Club is for you if you want to;
Overcome the tension of playing for others and playing in general
Get motivated to play regularly
Be inspired and get ideas to expand your repertoire and style
Learn music by memory
Play in any situation in an impromptu manner
Create your own music and arrangements
Get regular feedback
Accumulate an arsenal of knowledge that will help you in all aspects of your cello playing
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Want to be more relaxed playing in front of others? The answer is to play regularly for a group of cellists! Sound scary? It’s exciting, and surprisingly uplifting. Overcome your tensions and get used to playing relaxed whilst a little adrenaline rushes through you! Support others doing the same, and enjoy the friendly banter. |
Come and try it, you can see how it goes. I can't wait to meet you there!
Yes whatever your level, you will find the support to ease back into cello playing. Take it at your own pace.
Some players like to just listen until they are comfortable to play. There is no pressure, but I always welcome people to even start with something very simple to get used to get the benefits and get into the swing of things.
The cello club is suitable for all levels of playing and you will benefit whatever level you are.
You can cancel at any time, just contact us and we can help.
Yes please contact me through SUPPORT and I will get back to you.
By joining the Cello Club you have access to all the material that is offered live. This is continually growing. Many members cannot make the live lesson but still do the lessons and watch back on the Club hang sessions. There is so much to learn and do without the live sessions. However, for great feedback and chance to play and meet the other members, it is recommended to come along now and again, even if you don't actually play!
Yes. If you have joined and find the Cello Club is not for you, you can request a full refund.
Enjoy ALL these courses included with your Cello Club Membership OR make a selection without membership.
A taster course for the Cello Club bundle. Learn two tunes by ear, watch a Club Hang, take a chord lesson and a warm-up session. This will give you a small taste of what it means to join the Cello Club!
Get support and inspiration on your cello journey in Ilse de Ziah's Cello Club. A place to play for and connect with others, regularly learn tunes by ear, learn how to play chords, access a music library, learn Irish, jazz and many other styles!
BUNDLE BOTH TRAD courses to learn the most important Irish tune styles, covering Polkas, Slides, Jigs, Slip Jigs, Hornpipes and Reels. Discover how to interpret and play Irish music through bowing, ornamentation, stylistic tips and techniques.
Learn trad Irish tunes in cello friendly keys. Tips and tricks to develop your style and deepen your love of your cello. Part 1: Polkas, Slides, Jigs from Ilse de Ziah's book Trad on Cello .
Learn trad Irish tunes in cello friendly keys. Tips and tricks to develop your style and deepen your love of your cello. Slipjigs, Hornpipes and Reels from the Trad on Cello book.
A taster course from Trad on Cello 1 & 2. Learn two Slip Jigs; The Butterfly and Ryan's, and a lovely Jig called Morrison's. Learn the conventions, style and ornamentation. These form a set of tunes you will be able to play in a session.
Do you love Irish music? Discover the dark beauty of Irish Slow Airs. Master of Irish cello Ilse de Ziah will guide you carefully through the 10 pieces in 32 bite size videos. Tips and tricks to develop your style and deepen your love of your cello.
A fantastic tutorial to learn how to play Ilse's beautiful arrangement of Misty Mountains.
Tutorials for traditional Irish tunes of the Christmas season from the book Reel in the Year. Short lessons to help you find the right sound and feel to play the tunes stylistically with confidence. Many tunes can be played all year round.
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