Horacio Contreras – Exercises for the Cello in Various Combinations of Double-Stops – Carl Fischer

Written by world-renowned pedagogue, Roland Vamos, this collection of double-stop exercises fill a void in the literature of technical exercises for cellists. The etudes feature a systematic series of fixed double-stops that enable the player to practice and master every possible combination of finger patterns across two strings without shifting.

Mr. Vamos says, “The most important accomplishment is the development of a strong left hand. These exercises, when practiced slowly and carefully, will help to develop a keen sense of pitch and intonation.”

Adapted for cello by Horacio Contreras, teacher, chamber musician, and recitalist.