At some point in your career as a cellist, you will probably find yourself needing to travel across the country or internationally with your instrument. Cellos are a unique problem because they are too big to be taken as a carry on, and too fragile to be checked with the rest of the luggage. Here are some instructions for how to successfully travel with your cello. 

The school you attend has a huge impact on your life and career, so deciding where to apply can be a stressful and daunting task. Furthermore, musicians must go through the unique experience of auditioning for schools by either a recording or live audition in front of a panel. This can be an expensive and grueling process, so it is important to consider these critical details before deciding where to apply. 

As musicians, we have to carry around our instruments, music scores, and loads of other gadgets. It can be much more convenient to have some of these items readily available on your iPhone or iPad. This is a list of helpful iOS apps for professional musicians, music students, and teachers.

Taking music lessons can be one of life's most rewarding activities. If you're a beginner, having the right books are essential for learning proper cello technique and how to read music. This is a list of must-have cello books for beginners to enhance their music education. 

Whether you're scouting a birthday or Christmas gift for the string player in your life or just looking to treat yourself, this list is full of gift inspirations that any string player will love!