Cello: Right Hand Inflections — Ex. 1, Staccato & Spiccato

Cello: Right Hand Inflections — Example 1, Staccato and Spiccato

  • “Staccato implies a clear articulation of each note while keeping the bow on (or very close to) the string.”

  • “Spiccato implies that each note is attacked from off the string and left with the natural bounce away from the string in response to this attack.”

  • “The contrast between staccato and spiccato is especially pronounced in the low register.”

  • “The contrast between staccato and spiccato is especially pronounced in the low register.”

 
 
 
 
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