Beloved Classics for Beginner Cellists Volume 1: Easy cello solos with piano accompaniment

My son played the violin for many years beginning at 4 years using the Suzuki Method. It allowed him to play wonderful pieces without having to have many years of lessons. It is a great method and I love what it does for the confidence of young musicians. The author introduces this method and applies it to 12 songs, ranging from Beethoven’s Ode to Joy, Bach’s Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, Brahm’s Lullaby, the English folk song Greensleeves and to one of my favorite the well-recognized hymn Amazing Grace. I purchased this guide for my son who is interested in learning to play the cello. I play classical piano and I appreciate the Piano Accompaniments section. It allows me to play along with my song in the same key, etc.

As a pianist/keyboardist who has served in a variety of musical environments, I appreciated the top classic selections that were chosen for this book. I was able to access the music on the website, and used my electronic keyboard to play the string sound to the piano accompaniment provided (or you could play the piano sound along with the cello.) The sheet music for both instruments is included in this book, and is simple to play and immediately recognizable and gratifying. Back in the old days, I used to purchase "Music Minus One" records and get the feel of playing along with orchestras (which I later did "for real.") This book brings back fond memories of those Music Minus One days, and uses modern technology to offer the same type of experience.

Nice variety of songs for beginner cellist. Does go into second position.

"Beloved Classics for Beginner Cellists Volume 1" is a fantastic resource for aspiring cellists of all ages. This collection of easy cello solos with piano accompaniment offers a delightful introduction to classical music, making it accessible and enjoyable for beginners.

Classical, Early American, Hymns, and Folk tunes weave pages together in an easy-to-musically-read set of sheets that will get any player excited to get started. Whether cello, piano, or both, these recognizable tunes will be a boon to both learning and confidence as you fill the air with songs we love (well, I surely do, anyway). I'm shocked how affordable sheets are these days. This is a 'buy now, must have' collection.

As someone who has played piano and keyboard across different musical settings, I really appreciated the thoughtful selection of timeless pieces in this collection. I was able to access the audio tracks online and used my digital keyboard to layer in the string parts over the piano arrangements—or you could easily reverse roles and take the piano part alongside the cello.

I began cello lessons 2 months ago and am only like 10 pages into my beginning Suzuki book but I got this book today and was able to play a few of the songs that stay mostly on D and A strings. Such a boost to my confidence to be able to play with my husband who plays the piano! I totally recommend for beginners. It’s a great way to play familiar songs at a true beginner level!

As a parent and grandparent of a couple of cellists, I appreciate the piano accompaniment that makes even a beginner sound good. I love this whole series!

Includes simplified arrangements of timeless classics with clear fingering diagrams and piano accompaniments, designed to support beginner cellists in their learning journey.

This is a great collection of beginner pieces that I will be using to teach my daughter to play on my cello. I will accompany her on the piano using the provided piano music.

Interesting and simplified songs selected by the author to play on cellos with piano accompaniment. I found very useful to show the little cello’s keyboard at the beginning of the songs and in other specific points.

Includes simplified classical pieces with clear fingering diagrams and piano accompaniments, designed to support beginner cellists in their early learning stages.

This book is a valuable compilation that caters to adult and teenage beginners seeking to learn and appreciate classical music on the cello. With a collection of 12 carefully selected songs, this book offers an ideal starting point for aspiring cellists. One aspect that sets this book apart is its thoughtful consideration of the cello's range and technical abilities. All the songs included in the compilation have been transposed into keys that are easy to play on the cello. This feature ensures that beginners can focus on learning and mastering the pieces without getting overwhelmed by challenging key signatures or complex fingerings. The book's thoughtful arrangements make it accessible and enjoyable for those at the early stages of their cello journey.