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A 22 page research paper that examines both the Baroque cello (differences between the Baroque and modern instruments, its history and development) and the nature of Baroque performance (the various requirements for playing Baroque cello, practical performance tips). Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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and appeared in its own right around the middle of the seventeenth century. Therefore, the evolution of this instrument is closely associated with the period of musical history known as
the Baroque era. The beginning of the Baroque period is considered to be roughly around 1600, and it came to a close with the death of one of its greatest
masters, Johann Sebastian Bach. While not many modern string players have shown an interest in Baroque instruments and the performance practices that
are associated with them, those who do frequently profess that their involvement with the Baroque has been a positive influence on their approach to later repertoire (Yeadon 614). These
musicians tell us that to maintain a technique on both sets of instruments, the modern and the Baroque, can be quite difficult, but that it is worth the effort because
the rewards as a performer can be enormous. One such musician recommends that the cello player, "Put a set of gut strings on your cello, borrow a Baroque bow, and
have a go!" (Yeadon 614). Differences between the two instruments There are quite a few physical differences between a modern cello
and the typical eighteenth century instrument. For one thing, there is a wedge under the fingerboard that was eventually removed, the neck has been angled back and the bridge
height increased (Yeadon 614). Also the majority of modern string instruments are set up so that they are in a state of high tension that maximizes tone production and produces
a penetrating power. This is because these are qualities that are prized for performance in large venues (Yeadon 614). This contrasts sharply with
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