Supplies & Music — L Young String Studio

Cello Supplies

Some rental instruments come with certain supplies. Be sure to check what you already have prior to ordering. Clicking an image will link you directly to the product on Amazon or another external site.

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Melos Rosin
substance applied to the bow in order for it to produce sound

Bernardel Rosin
substance applied to the bow in order for it to produce sound

Rock Stop
for practicing on non-carpeted surfaces to keep cello from slipping

Cleaning Cloth
protect your instrument from dirt, grime, and rosin build up

Chromatic Tuner
you may opt for a chromatic tuner or choose a tuning app for your mobile device

Music Stand Bundle
includes music stand, table stand, carrying case, sheet music folder, and music clip

Manhasset Music Stand
sturdy and durable

Table Stand
for holding music up on top of a flat surface; no height adjustment

Cello Stand
easy storage and access to your cello to promote practicing

Cello Stool
adjustable bench for musicians; aids with proper playing posture

Gooseneck Cell Phone Stand
secure and adjust the height and angle of your mobile device

Bluetooth Earbuds
earbuds eliminate the possibility of echo during a Zoom lesson

Learning the Cello Book 1
Cassia Harvey
(Method Book)

Open String Bow Workouts for Cello Book 1
Cassia Harvey
(Tone/Technique)

Sound Innovations Book 1
Phillips, Boonshaft, Sheldon
(Method Book)

Waggon Wheels
Katherine & Hugh Collledge
(Solo Repertoire)

Level 2- developing

Cello Sight-Reading
Book One
Doreen Smith
(Multi-Level Studies)

Cello Stretching (Ex 1st Pos)
Cassia Harvey

Sound Innovations
Sound Development
Bob Phillips, Kirk Moss
(Method Book)

To be added
(Under Construction) 🙃

The Only Cello Scale Book You Will Ever Need
Sheryl L. Smith
(Scale Studies-All Levels)

Serial Shifting
Cassia Harvey

String Crossing for the Cello
Cassia Harvey

Half Position for the Cello
Cassia Harvey
(Shifting/Supplemental)

The Cello Etude System
Book 1
Cassia Harvey
(Etude/Technique)

Cellosophy
Eric Moore
(Method Book)

Pinstriping Tape
for safely marking finger placement on your instrument

Music Clip
keeps thicker books open hassle free

Gooseneck Cell Phone Stand
(Clamps to Desk/Furniture)
secure and adjust the height and angle of your mobile device

Condenser Microphone
ensures your instrument comes through clearly during a Zoom lesson

The Cello Etude System
Part 0
Cassia Harvey
(Etude/Technique)

Sound Innovations
Cello Book 2
Phillips, Moss, Sheldon
(Method Book)

First Position Scales
for the Cello
Cassia Harvey
(Supplemental/Scale Study)

Optional

Technology

Level 1- beginning

Simple Cell Phone Stand
simple cell phone stand with adjustable angles

Lesson Books & Sheet Music

Cello Book 1
Cassia Harvey
(Method/Supplemental)

Beginning Technique for the Cello
Cassia Harvey
(Supplemental/Technique)

Level 3- refining

Adjustable Table Stand
great for holding music, phones, or tablets; highly adjustable

Spare Strings
a backup set of strings in case one of yours breaks

Sheet Music Folder
Keep your music organized and easy to mark.

Extra items to enhance your musical journey that are helpful but not required.

Peg Compound
fix slipping pegs due to temperature or humidity changes

Highlighter Tape- 1/2 inch
Mark trouble spots in your music that are easy to find and also remove later

Tools and accessories for your online learning experience

iPad/Tablet Stand
simple tablet stand with adjustable angles

Playing the Cello Book 1
Cassia Harvey
(Solo Repertoire)

Your instructor will make recommendations for your lesson materials depending on your cello experience, current musical knowledge, duration and frequency of your lessons, and age.
All books link to Amazon or an external site for easy ordering.