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ONLINE SUMMER COURSES 2026
Exploring Bach Cello Suites - 4 classes in August
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Best for those with little to no experience with Bach Suites
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Also great for more advanced players to work on style and Baroque bow strokes
Summer Bach Project - 6 classes in July and August
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For strong intermediate and advanced players who have already studied and performed some Bach
Both classes will learn two movements from Bach Suites; repertoire for the Summer Bach Project is decidedly more difficult. Performance opportunities will be offered in both classes, but you do not need to play for others to participate.
Discount for those who enroll in both classes
EXPLORING BACH CELLO SUITES
A series of four classes in August that will focus on Baroque style and bow strokes.
This class is suitable for cellists who are beginning their study of Bach, or who wish to develop more artistry in their playing, both of Bach and of the cello in general.
Repertoire:
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Gigue from Suite #1 in G major
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Bourree I and II from Suite #3 in C major
Level prerequisites:
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Confidence playing in positions one through four, with all extensions
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Study of scales in keys up to 4 flats and sharps (2 or 3 octaves)
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Fluency playing Eb major and C minor scales with slurs
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Suzuki Book level equivalent to 4 or 5 (the Bourrees from Suite #3 actually appear in Book 7 of Suzuki, but you can be at a lower level for this course)