Today is International Cello Day

I love the cello. I do not play the cello, but I love listening to cello music. I love the mellow sound of a cello and especially enjoy the Piano Guys as the cellist is excellent! So, even though today is a day to celebrate the cello, it is also a day to celebrate music and those who make music. My grands so far have played the saxophone, bass, acoustic guitar, and electric guitar - and I'm always happy to listen to them play music. Take time today to enjoy the cello - or whatever music the ones you love enjoy making!

Here are a few cello facts and a link where you will find the Piano Guy's music . . .

• One obvious thing that makes the cello unique is its size as it is bigger compared to other instruments in the string family, such as the violin.
• People who have tried both instruments tend to say the cello is less difficult to play than the violin due to its more natural position.
• Experts say that the best age to learn to play the cello is from six to seven years old.
• A person who plays the cello is called a cellist or a violoncellist.
• Studies show a person who plays the cello has better mathematic and scientific skills since there is a cognitive improvement when you master the art of playing the cello.

You will find more information about cellos at this link and the Piano Guys at this link.