Find Your Perfect Beginner Cello
HAND-CARVED INSTRUMENTS | EXPERT SETUP INCLUDED | 14-DAY FREE TRIAL
As a beginner cellist or someone revisiting the instrument, finding the perfect cello is key to your musical journey. Our beginner cellos are carefully selected to provide excellent playability and tone. Each cello features hand-carved solid tonewoods, professional components, and expert luthier setup that makes learning enjoyable from day one. The size of cellos makes every detail impactful, so proper setup is crucial. Starting at $1,595.
What Makes a Good Beginner Cello?
As a beginner cellist or someone revisiting the instrument after a long break, finding the perfect cello is key to launching your musical journey. Many people have always wanted to play cello, and we believe having the right instrument eliminates many of the hurdles that might have otherwise derailed a cellist's journey.
Our beginner cellos start at $1,595 and feature hand-carved solid wood construction with professional luthier setup. Cellos below $1,000 are typically laminate with poor setup, making playing difficult—we never carry those. Every StringWorks cello features hand-carved tonewoods and components that are actually playable from day one.
Cellos are larger than violins, so they cost more, but investing in a proper instrument pays off immediately. The size of cellos makes every detail that much more impactful. Cellos below $1,000 are laminate with poor setup, making playing difficult and frustrating. Inferior cellos have rudimentary materials and components, and it can sometimes be impossible to make them playable.
Why Choose StringWorks for Your Beginner Cello?
StringWorks was founded by a professional cellist who performed with the Los Angeles Opera and on major motion picture soundtracks. This professional performance background means we evaluate every beginner cello with the same critical ear used in professional settings. We know what makes a cello easy to learn on versus one that will frustrate students and create bad habits.
At StringWorks, our company is full of cellists and string musicians. We strive to help others learn to love these instruments as much as we do. We provide expert advice and a personalized shopping experience to match you with a cello you'll adore for years to come. Each cello is handmade and selected to meet your needs, and our professional luthiers spend an average of 3-5 hours going over every detail to ensure your cello provides depth, beautiful resonance, and ease of playability.
When you purchase a beginner cello from StringWorks, we act as your personal shoppers, hand-picking the perfect instrument to meet your needs. Once we have your instrument at our shop, we begin the StringWorks Setup™ process, taking care to ensure your instrument reaches its full potential for tone and playability.
We offer sizing guidance for all cello sizes (1/4, 1/2, 3/4, and 4/4). Proper sizing is crucial for comfortable playing and good technique development. Our staff can help determine the right size based on the player's age, height, and arm length.
Getting Started with Your Beginner Cello
Begin the search for your first cello by browsing our online catalog or getting in touch with our team for helpful, professional guidance. We offer free 14-day home trials on all cellos, so you can be sure the instrument is right for you by testing it in your own home or practice room.
When you're ready to move on to a new cello, we can help with our unmatched trade-in policy. We offer intermediate cellos and professional cellos to support your musical growth. Our instruments will help take you as far as you want to go!