Posts by bluetea@ioc.exchange
 (DIR) Post #B687oHTEco7ooQEHJo by bluetea@ioc.exchange
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       @plutarch @johntimaeus @bammerlaan idk what any of that means, but I'm sorry you're experiencing it. Definitely speak to your medical professionals about your desire to play an instrument; possibly an occupational therapist or physiotherapist if you're not already seeing one.Consider guitar. Much more forgiving than cello.
       
 (DIR) Post #B68AwMQoMcz6NSdkdk by bluetea@ioc.exchange
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       @bammerlaan @plutarch imho the whole body is involved in cello - bowing is a big movement,  plus you're reaching over the fingerboard for 4th position - I would strongly recommend hiring before buying if you have pain issues.  Even just moving the case to get it out for practice could be a concern.  A cello in a case is heavy.
       
 (DIR) Post #B68BEhgO5i1tV1fkH2 by bluetea@ioc.exchange
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       @steggy @plutarch try some out, if you can. I have a beautiful cello but sometimes wish I had a smaller model, as it's not comfortable at times.  I know someone who got a 7/8 size and it fits their hand and body so much better. An inexpensive instrument is good while you're learning to handle it. The rental I started on was pretty beaten up.