Practice-Along Guide to Por Una Cabeza Cello

Practice-Along Guide to Por Una Cabeza - Carlos Gardel

Practice along with Natasha Jaffe to learn "Por Una Cabeza" by Carlos Gardel in the free 8notes version on the cello. You'll learn practice techniques for learning new pieces and speeding them up and other skills needed for this piece.

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Course curriculum

1. Introduction and What to Expect
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2. The First Phrase Intro and Tuning
1. The Open String Sound Warmup
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2. The C Major Scale Explanation
3. Playing The C Major Scale - Single Note per Bow
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4. Playing The C Major Scale - Slurred by 2
5. Playing The C Major Scale - Slurred by 3
6. Playing The C Major Scale - Slurred by 4
1. Opening Explanation
2. Choosing a Fingering
3. Shift to 3rd Position - Explanation and Playalong
4. Shift to 2nd Position (for Fingering Option 2) - Explanation and Playalong
5. A quick overview of our practice method
6. Practice Measure 4 - Playalong 60bpm
7. Practice Measure 3-4 - Playalong 60bpm
8. Practice Measure 2-4 - Playalong 60bpm
9. Practice Measure 1-4 - Playalong 60bpm
1. A quick explanation to the speeding up process
2. Practice First Phrase - 66bpm
3. Practice First Phrase - 72bpm
4. Practice First Phrase - 80bpm
5. Practice First Phrase - 92bpm
6. Congrats and Troubleshooting Tips
1. The Second Phrase - Welcome and Tuning
1. C Major Scale in Broken Thirds - Explanation
2. C Major Scale in Broken Thirds - Single Notes per Bow
3. C Major Scale in Broken Thirds - Two Notes per Bow
4. C Major Scale in Broken Thirds - Three Notes per Bow
5. C Major Scale in Broken Thirds - Four Notes per Bow
1. The Second Phrase - First Look Explanation
2. The Second Phrase - A Word on Fingerings
3. The First Shift - Explanation and Playalong
4. The Second Shift - Explanation and Playalong
5. The Third Shift - Explanation and Playalong
6. The Fourth Shift - Explanation and Playalong
7. The Fifth Shift - Explanation and Playalong
8. The Sixth Shift - Explanation and Playalong
1. Putting It Together - Explanation
2. Measure 8 Second Half - 60bpm
3. Measure 8 - 60bpm
4. Measure 7-8 at 60bpm
5. Measure 6-8 at 60bpm
6. Measure 5-8 at 60bpm - the full second phrase!
1. The Second Phrase - 66bpm
2. The Second Phrase - 72bpm
3. The Second Phrase - 80bpm
4. The Second Phrase - 84bpm
5. The Second Phrase - 88bpm
6. The Second Phrase - Goal Tempo 92bpm
7. Congrats! A few troubleshooting tips
1. The Third Phrase - Overview
2. Tuning A 440
1. Finger Speed Exercises - an introduction
2. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 1 in Quarter Notes
3. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 1 in Eighth Notes
4. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 1 in Sixteenth Notes
5. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 1 in Thirty-second Notes
6. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 2 in Quarter Notes
7. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 2 in Eighth Notes
8. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 2 in Sixteenth Notes
9. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 2 in Thirty-second Notes
10. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 13 in Quarter Notes
11. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 13 in Eighth Notes
12. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 13 in Eighth Note Triplets
13. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 13 in Sixteenth Notes
14. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 17 in Quarter Notes
15. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 17 in Eighth Notes
16. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 17 in Sixteenth Notes
1. The Third Phrase - Overview and Shifts
2. The First Shift - Measure 9
3. The Second Shift - Measure 10
4. The Third Shift - Measure 11
5. The Fourth Shift - Measure 11 to 12
1. Measure 11 at 60bpm
2. Measure 10-11 at 60bpm
3. Measure 9-11 at 60bpm
1. The Third Phrase - 66bpm
2. The Third Phrase - 72bpm
3. The Third Phrase - 80bpm
4. The Third Phrase - 84bpm
5. The Third Phrase - 88bpm
6. The Third Phrase - Goal Tempo 92bpm
7. The Third Phrase - Outro and Practice Reminders
1. The Fourth Phrase - Welcome
2. Tuning A 440
1. Finger Speed Exercises Part 2 - an introduction
2. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 11 in Quarter Notes
3. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 11 in Eighth Notes
4. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 11 in Sixteenth Notes
5. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 11 in Thirty-second Notes
6. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 12 in Quarter Notes
7. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 12 in Eighth Notes
8. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 12 in Sixteenth Notes
9. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 12 in Thirty-second Notes
10. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 14 in Quarter Notes
11. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 14 in Eighth Notes
12. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 14 in Eighth Note Triplets
13. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 14 in Sixteenth Notes
14. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 18 in Quarter Notes
15. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 18 in Eighth Notes
16. Finger Speed Exercises - Exercise 18 in Sixteenth Notes
1. Overview of Phrase 4 and Fingerings
2. The First Shift - Explanation and Playalong
3. The Second Shift - Explanation and Playalong
4. The Third Shift - Explanation and Playalong
1. Measure 15-16 at 60bpm
2. Measure 14-16 at 60bpm
3. Measure 13-16 at 60bpm
1. The Fourth Phrase - 66bpm
2. The Fourth Phrase - 69bpm
3. The Fourth Phrase - 72bpm
4. The Fourth Phrase - 80bpm
5. The Fourth Phrase - 84bpm
6. The Fourth Phrase - 88bpm
7. The Fourth Phrase - Goal Tempo 92bpm
1. An Overview of How to Put the Phrases Together
2. Phrase 3 and 4 at 84bpm
3. Phrase 2 to 4 at 84bpm
4. Phrase 1 to 4 at 84bpm
5. Phrase 1 to 4 at 88bpm
6. Phrase 1 to 4 at 92bpm
7. The First Four Phrases - Outro and Practice Reminders
1. The Fifth Phrase - Welcome
2. Tuning A 440
1. C Minor Scale Warmup - Explanation
2. The C Minor Scale - Single Note per Bow
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3. The C Minor Scale - Slurred by 2
4. The C Minor Scale - Slurred by 3
5. The C Minor Scale - Slurred by 4
6. The C Minor Scale - Dotted Rhythm Explanation
7. C Minor Scale - Dotted Quarter Note Rhythm
8. C Minor Scale - Dotted Eighth Note Rhythm
1. Overview of Phrase 5 and Fingerings
2. The First Shift - Measure 18 - Explanation and Playalong
3. The Second Shift - Measure 19 - Explanation and Playalong
4. The Third Shift - Measure 21 - Explanation and Playalong
5. The Fourth Shift - Measure 23 - Explanation and Playalong
6. The Fifth Shift - Measure 24-25 - Explanation and Playalong
7. The Sixth Shift, option 2 - Measure 21 - Explanation and Playalong
8. The Seventh and Eighth Shift, option 2 - Measure 22 - Explanation and Playalong
9. The Ninth Shift, option 2 - Measure 23 - Explanation and Playalong
1. Measure 24-25 at 60bpm
2. Measure 23-25 at 60bpm
3. Measure 22-25 at 60bpm
4. Measure 20-25 at 60bpm
5. Measure 18-25 at 60bpm
6. Measure 17-25 at 60bpm
1. The Fifth Phrase - 66bpm
2. The Fifth Phrase - 69bpm
3. The Fifth Phrase - 72bpm
4. The Fifth Phrase - 80bpm
5. The Fifth Phrase - 84bpm
6. The Fifth Phrase - 88bpm
7. The Fifth Phrase - 92bpm Goal Tempo
1. An Overview of Putting the Phrases Together
2. Phrase 4-5 at 84bpm
3. Phrase 2-5 at 84bpm
4. Phrase 1-5 at 84bpm
5. Phrase 1-5 at 88bpm
6. Phrase 1-5 at 92bpm, Goal Tempo
7. Chapter 5 Outro and Troubleshooting
1. The Sixth Phrase - Welcome
2. Tuning A 440
1. C Minor Harmonic Scale in Broken Thirds - Single Bow Half Notes
2. C Minor Harmonic Scale in Broken Thirds - Slurred by 2 Quarter Notes
3. C Minor Harmonic Scale in Broken Thirds - Slurred by 3 Quarter Note Triplets
4. C Minor Harmonic Scale in Broken Thirds - Slurred by 4 Eighth Notes
1. Taking a first look at Phrase 6
2. Some Extra Words on Fingerings
3. The First Shift - Measure 26 - Explanation and Playalong
4. The Second Shift - Measure 27 - Explanation and Playalong
5. The Third Shift - Measure 29 - Explanation and Playalong
6. The Fourth Shift - Measure 31 - Explanation and Playalong
7. The Fifth Shift Option 2 - Measure 29 - Explanation and Playalong
8. The Sixth and Seventh Shift Option 2 - Measure 30 - Explanation and Playalong
9. The Eighth Shift Option 2 - Measure 31 - Explanation and Playalong
10. The Optional 8va Shift - Measure 33 - Explanation and Playalong
1. Measure 32-End at 60bpm
2. Measure 31-End at 60bpm
3. Measure 30-End at 60bpm
4. Measure 28-End at 60bpm
5. Measure 26-End at 60bpm
1. The Sixth Phrase - 66bpm
2. The Sixth Phrase - 69bpm
3. The Sixth Phrase - 72bpm
4. The Sixth Phrase - 80bpm
5. The Sixth Phrase - 84bpm
6. The Sixth Phrase - 88bpm
7. The Sixth Phrase - 92bpm Goal Tempo
1. An Overview and some Reminders for Putting the Phrases Together
2. Phrase 5 and 6 at 84bpm
3. Phrase 3 to the end at 84bpm
4. From the beginning to the end at 84bpm
5. The Full Piece at 88bpm
6. The Full Piece at 92bpm
7. Some closing words and ways to use this class for future practice
1. Part 1 - Round Fingers
2. Part 2 - Arm Weight and Finger Position
3. Part 3 - Smooth Bow over Strings
4. Part 4 - Identifying Slurs over 2 Strings Issues and About Technique Practice
1. Part 1 - Shifting Pitfalls and Thumb Release
2. Part 2 - Know the Note
3. Part 3 - Don't Get Stuck!
4. Part 4 - Just Keep Practicing
1. Part 1 - Intonation and Learning the Half Step Interval
2. Part 2 - The Mechanical Issue
3. Part Three - Tension and Release

About this course

€19,99
207 lessons
4.5 hours of video content

About the Course

Let's take a deep dive into Carlos Gardel's Por Una Cabeza. Download the notes for free at 8notes.com and then join me for customized practice sessions that will take you from the beginning till the end of the piece. Just like a workout session, I'll walk you through a warmup and we'll do about 20 minutes of practicing together in each chapter. To make sure you've got the extra support you need, I've included three bonus chapters on shifts, chromatic notes, and slurs over two strings that should help you work out the last kinks in Por Una Cabeza. And if all else fails, just get in touch with me - there's no problem we won't manage to solve!

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Instructor

Natasha Jaffe

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Natasha Jaffe: Berlin's Cello Maestro Extraordinaire! 🎻 With roots deeply embedded in a family of musical luminaries, Natasha's journey with the cello is nothing short of extraordinary. From the early days of familial tutelage to honing her craft at prestigious institutions like the State University of New York's Crane School of Music and Temple University, her musical odyssey has been as diverse as it is enchanting. 🎶 Natasha's sonic palette is a fusion of her classical training and her insatiable appetite for musical exploration. Her move to Berlin in 2012 marked a turning point, igniting her passion for diverse genres and collaborations. From electrifying performances with Steve Goldberg and the Arch Enemies to soul-stirring improvisations with Berlin's finest, Natasha's musical prowess knows no bounds. 🌟 Whether she's enchanting audiences with the E.T.A. Hoffmann Kammerorchester or leading her innovative cello trio Cellogy, Natasha's love affair with the cello shines through. Her debut album, "Cello in Bloom," and her latest offering, "Cello in Reflection," are testaments to her boundless creativity and genre-defying artistry. 🎶 Join Natasha on a musical journey like no other as she shares her wealth of experience, passion, and expertise in Practice-Along Guides. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and transformed under the guidance of Berlin's cello sensation!

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Chapter 1 - The first phrase

But First, A Warmup

The First Phrase

Speeding it Up

Chapter 2 - The second phrase

But first, a warmup

The Second Phrase Shifts

The Second Phrase at 60bpm

Speeding up the Second Phrase

Chapter 3 - The third phrase

But first, a warmup

The Third Phrase - Overview and Shifts

The Third Phrase - Learning the Phrase

The Third Phrase - Speeding it Up

Chapter 4 - The fourth phrase

But first, a warmup

The Fourth Phrase - Overview and Shifts

The Fourth Phrase - Learning the Phrase

The Fourth Phrase - Speeding it Up

Putting the First Four Phrases Together

Chapter 5 - The Fifth Phrase

But first, a warmup

The Fifth Phrase - Overview and Shifts

The Fifth Phrase - Learning the Phrase

The Fifth Phrase - Speeding it Up

Putting Phrases 1-5 Together

Chapter 6 - The Sixth Phrase

But first, a warmup

The Sixth Phrase - Overview and Shifts

The Sixth Phrase - Learning the Phrase

The Sixth Phrase - Speeding it Up

Putting All the Phrases Together

Bonus Lesson - Slurs over 2 Strings

Bonus Lesson - Shifts

Bonus Lesson - Chromatic Notes

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