Description
Thumb Position for Cello Book 1 by Rick Mooney
Make the move into cello thumb position with Rick Mooney’s practical and musical first volume. The method introduces essential patterns through carefully chosen repertoire rather than treating technique as an isolated exercise.
What You’ll Learn
Students develop the fundamental thumb-position finger patterns through easy classical selections, folk songs, fiddle tunes and original pieces written to address specific technical points.
Key Features
- Progressive introduction to cello thumb position
- Builds the four fundamental fingering patterns
- Classical, folk and original study material
- Second cello parts support accurate listening and intonation
- Approximately 72 pages
Who Is It For?
Ideal for advancing cello students beginning thumb-position work and teachers wanting a structured, duet-based method.
Our Take
A friendly route into a technique that can otherwise feel daunting. Mooney’s mix of familiar music, focused patterns and duet playing makes the transition far more natural.
Available from Colemans Music in South Melbourne, with Fast Shipping Aus Wide.
