Should I learn to play the violin or the cello?
I’ve decided to learn a second instrument and have settled on a string instrument. I love both the violin and the cello, but can’t decide which one. The cello is my bigger favorite, since I love the sound it produces. Now I’ve played flute for over 8 years, so I don’t know if that musical knowledge will effect my learning either instrument. What are the pros and cons of the violin and cello? Preferences? I prefer the violin, and would recommend it to you, over the cello. They’re both great instruments; don’t get me wrong. Both are difficult, though. Just the same, amazing once you get used to them, and can really play them well. The cello, however, has many drawbacks. First of all, is expense. You’d be paying more than you would with a violin for the cello itself, or the rental price, the bow, the accessories, and most likely the music, as well. Also, cello music is harder to come by than violin music, when you’re in search of a specific song or composer. As violin is essentially a mor
