Learning Path | Cello | Cello Technique & Musical Understanding for Intermediate Cellists
Technical Development, Musical Interpretation to Guide You Progressively Toward Mastery of Expressive and Virtuosic Playing.
Instructors
Evangeline Benedetti
Silvia Chiesa
Amit Peled
Dmitry Yablonsky
Denis Zhdanov
Peter Szabo
Duration
9 hours and 40 minutes
12 Chapters / 40 Videos / PDF Workbook
Course description
🎻 Expressive Mastery: 12 Steps for Intermediate Cellists
This structured 12-step course guides intermediate cellists through a progressive mix of technical studies, lyrical pieces, historical repertoire, and modern works. With masterclasses led by renowned professors, students develop core technique, expressive phrasing, and stylistic versatility—preparing them for advanced performance and artistic interpretation.
Perfect for cellists ready to deepen their musical voice and tackle more challenging repertoire.
Master technical development, musical interpretation, and historical repertoire exposure.
Master Teachers Evangeline Benedetti, Silvia Chiesa, Dmitry Yablonsky, Amit Peled, Denis Zhdanov, and
Peter Szabo progressively guides you toward mastery of expressive and virtuosic playing.
Click on Chapters to Enter the Learning Path
CHAPTER 1 - Popper High School of Cello Playing Etudes 1, 6
CHAPTER 2 - Alexander Technique 1 – Scale Practice
CHAPTER 3 - Bach Cello Suite No.1 in G Major – Allemande
CHAPTER 4 - Saint-Saëns “The Swan”
CHAPTER 5 - Ligeti Sonata for Solo Cello
CHAPTER 6 - Brahms Cello Sonata No.1, Op.38, 1st Mov
CHAPTER 7 - Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No.1 in A Minor, 1st Mov
CHAPTER 8 - Shostakovich Cello Concerto No.1 in E-flat Major, 1st Mov
CHAPTER 9 - Dvořák Cello Concerto, 1st Mov (Part 1)
CHAPTER 10 - Elgar Cello Concerto, 1st Mov (Part 2)
CHAPTER 11 - Dvořák Cello Concerto, 2nd Mov
CHAPTER 12 - Debussy Cello Sonata 2nd & 3rd Mov
Content: 🎻 Expressive Mastery: A 12-Step Journey for Intermediate Cellists
This comprehensive 12-step learning path is designed to guide intermediate cellists toward expressive and virtuosic mastery. Carefully curated to alternate between technical etudes, lyrical pieces, historical repertoire, and modern compositions, this course develops the full spectrum of cello artistry. Each step balances technical development with musical interpretation, emphasizing posture, phrasing, tone, and style—while gradually increasing complexity.
Through expert guidance from world-class professors and masterclass demonstrations, students will:
Build a foundational technique with Popper and scale studies.
Explore the emotional depth of Bach, Brahms, and Elgar.
Refine lyrical expression with Saint-Saëns and Dvořák.
Gain confidence in modern and avant-garde repertoire like Ligeti and Shostakovich.
Learn to balance solo, chamber, and orchestral roles.
By the final lessons, cellists will possess the technical tools and the musical insight needed to interpret some of the cello’s most celebrated works with confidence and artistic maturity.
Ideal for: Intermediate cellists seeking structured progression, deeper musical expression, and preparation for advanced repertoire or conservatory-level study.
Chapter 1 Popper High School of Cello Playing Etudes 1, 6 - Dmitry Yablonsky
Chapter 2 Alexander Technique 1 – Scale Practice - Evangeline Benedetti
Chapter 3 Bach Cello Suite No.1 in G Major – Allemande - Dmitry Yablonsky
Chapter 4 Saint-Saëns “The Swan” - Amit Peled
Chapter 5 Ligeti Sonata for Solo Cello - Denis Zhdanov
Chapter 6 Brahms Cello Sonata No.1, Op.38, 1st Mov - Silvia Chiesa
Chapter 7 Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No.1 in A Minor, 1st Mov - Evangeline Benedetti
Chapter 8 Shostakovich Cello Concerto No.1 in E-flat Major, 1st Mov - Peter Szabo
Chapter 9 Dvořák Cello Concerto, 1st Mov (Part 1) - Amit Peled
Chapter 10 Elgar Cello Concerto, 1st Mov (Part 2) - Amit Peled
Chpater 11 Dvořák Cello Concerto, 2nd Mov - Amit Peled
Chapter 12 Debussy Cello Sonata 2nd & 3rd Mov - Peter Szabo