How to Choose a Cello?
I was asked this question via @nparmalee & @Michael_Tuchman on twitter. (Shameless plug: Follow me [@emilyapeterson] on Twitter!) Anyways the big question on Saturday was: "How do I choose a cello?" This is a very good question. One that I'm happy to answer, but first...I'll respond with a few more questions.
--- How much do you have to spend on a cello? (a decent beginner cello should cost at least $1000, I've found.)--- Can you afford renting an instrument? (Most string shops in your area will put your first several months of rental towards the purchase of one of theirs. If that's the case, make sure they carry instruments you'll actually want to buy. To ensure this, go to a STRING specialty store. Please.)
--- If you end up renting an instrument, how long will you rent, before buying a cello?
--- What's your commitment level in this pursuit of the cello?
I won't go into the pros and cons of having or owning your own instrument...
