Eleanor Streatfeild
Cello Methods in the public domain:
Beginner / Intermediate:
This link takes you to IMSLP (International Music Score Library Project), where they've uploaded Piatti's Complete Method for Cello. This is a fantastic resource as it collates several excellent studies from the likes of Lee, Dotzauer, Kummer and Romberg, and supplies a second part.
This is vital in training ensemble skills (listening, counting & matching intonation).
The PDF available is all three books together in one file. Book 1 is appropriate for beginners, Book 2 for intermediate players and Book 3 has some advanced studies and preparatory exercises.
Advanced:
Again, these links take you to IMSLP, and are just a small selection of the important resources for building the strength and agility required for professional playing.
Again, these links take you to IMSLP, and are just a small selection of the important resources for building the strength and agility required for professional playing.