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CENTRE OPENING TIMES

We are delighted to be able to partially reopen Colwell Arts Centre from the 26th April 2021 on a strict appointment-only basis. To collect, return or exchange an instrument, please contact us at glosmusic@gloucestershire.gov.uk to make an appointment.

 

Whilst we are unable to provide you with our normal music lessons, music centres, county music groups and events due to Government restrictions we are putting our efforts into providing you with some educational, fun, inspiring links to enable you to keep your music making going! Click here for more information.

 

NEW ONLINE ENSEMBLE SESSIONS

Please note that all face-to-face rehearsals and concerts have been cancelled until further notice, keeping in line with the Government’s direction on COVID-19. However, we are delighted to announce the launch of our online ensemble sessions, open to anyone in Gloucestershire. Please click here for more details.

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Cello

Lessons you can take:

We offer cello lessons through some of our music centres such as Five Valleys Music Centre in Stroud.

When to start:

As early as possible. Age 6 or 7 recommended.

Costs:

Hire:

We charge £26.90 per term, plus VAT where applicable (instruments are available in several sizes so we recommend that you hire until a full-size instrument is required). Find out more about hiring from us.

Buy:

From about £325 for a new student outfit. (cello, case & bow). Advanced students should be prepared to spend considerably more. Second-hand instruments can be hard to find, and buying second-hand can be a minefield. Old instruments are usually preferable to new. Prices can vary between £300 and several thousand pounds depending on quality, so never buy second-hand without seeking your teacher's advice.

Other:

Strings will need replacement - cost between £4 - £10.

Pros/Cons:

Pros:

You will never be short of opportunities to play. Because you have total command of the sound it's very rewarding when mastered. Huge amount of music for the cello.

Cons:

Difficult to play - particularly in the early stages. No opportunities to play Jazz or Folk music.

Find out more about the cello from the BBC’s guide to the orchestra.

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