Taught by renowned cellist
Robert deMaine
Robert deMaine, principal cello of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, walks through his daily control exercises, focusing on bow control, intonation, and vibrato. Drawing from his own routine, he demonstrates how simple, carefully chosen exercises can build consistency, balance, and reliability, while encouraging a thoughtful approach to daily practice that supports long term technical freedom.
Daily Control Exercises
Robert deMaine, principal cello of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, walks through his daily control exercises, focusing on bow control, intonation, and vibrato. Drawing from his own routine, he demonstrates how simple, carefully chosen exercises can build consistency, balance, and reliability, while encouraging a thoughtful approach to daily practice that supports long term technical freedom.
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