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The Bach Cello Bootcamp Bundle $147 for two 3 Day Bootcamps
Reserve your seat now for both Bach Cello Bootcamps with the Bundle rate of $147 (a discount of $47!)
-the Bach Prelude Cello Bootcamp: June 22-24, 2026
-the Bach Arioso Cello Bootcamp: September 14-16, 2026
All classes at 11am PT daily...
The Bach Prelude in G Major Cello Bootcamp 2026 - $97
Reserve Your Seat for the Bach Prelude Cello Bootcamp for $97
June 22-24, 2026 at 11am PT daily
The Bach Arioso Cello Bootcamp 2026 - $97
Reserve your seat here for the Bach Arioso Cello Bootcamp to learn 3 lovely Bach cello pieces: Arioso, Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring and Ave Maria.
September 14-16, 2026 at 11am PT daily
Camp #1 in June: The Bach G Major Prelude Cello Camp
Camp Overview
In this camp Cello Guru Marcie Brown will define and explore the many difficulties that arise with the playing of this prelude. We will work through bowings, bow distribution and string crossings for fluid and musical phrasing, find creative pitch, and help you to choose your own unique and expressive rendition of this lovely music.
This class is for anyone interested in getting into the basics of the Bach First Prelude on their cello. It's best suited for intermediate level players that have some knowledge of the the first four positions on the cello.
That being said, students of all levels are invited. Beginners can get started, and those with more technique can go deeper into their study.
Camp #2 in September: The Arioso Cello Bootcamp
Camp Overview
In this camp Cello Guru Marcie Brown will define and explore the many difficulties that arise with the playing of three lovely Bach pieces: The Arioso, Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring and Ave Maria.
We will work through bowings, shifting and vibrato coloring to make long beautiful musical phrasings that sing...
This class is for anyone interested in working the basics of Bach on the cello. It's best suited for intermediate level players that have some knowledge of the the first four positions on the cello.
That being said, students of all levels are invited. Beginners can get started, and those with more technique can go deeper into their study.
What People said about Past Bach cello Bootcamps
“Last week was a-MAY-Zing!
As a result, I’ve been enjoying my daily practice so much more. Thank You!”
-Candace M, San Diego, CA
“This is an amazing bootcamp!”
-Adrienne G. from Sedona, AZ
“Fantastic exercises to gain fantastic competence.”
-Frances E., Lake Murray, SC
"Just HAD to tell you how much I am loving the Bach courses. Wonderful program and instruction. Fabulous class. Love the exercises and the history discussion. Thank you!”
-Katherine E., Moss Beach, CA
“Love the exercise work from the Bach Camp...it could be used on any difficult piece of music we play. Love it! I am inspired!”
-Jane G. from San Jose, CA
“Can you come to my house and practice with me every day?”
-Meg F. from somewhere in Vermont
“These exercises are GREAT exercises for getting me comfortable with shifting.”
-Shoo S. from Talkeetna, AK
“This Bach Camp is so helpful.”
-Peg T. from MN
“I feel great about these classes and appreciate your thoughtful approach to breaking down sections and the exercises…”
-Sally C. in MA in the rain
“Good bow distribution exercises! Love the elevator concept- you see it when people are playing…”
Wendy K., in Santa Cruz, CA
“I’m definitely more aware now of bow distribution after this Prelude camp... I’m more confident now in my bowing and in my Bach...”
-Jane G., San Jose, CA
Who attended the Bach Prelude Cello Bootcamp 2025?
In this Bach Cello Bootcamp we had cellists from Alameda, Santa Rosa, Santa Cruz, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Alaska, Minnesota, San Jose, Moss Beach, Howell Michigan, Owosso Michigan, Atlanta Georgia, Vermont, Madison Wisconsin, Palo Alto, Blue Bell PA, Fort Worth TX, Saskatoon Saskatchewan, Florida, Dunoon Scottland, Paris and New Zealand...
Scheduling
These Cello Guru Cello Bootcamps run for three days.
Monday-Wednesday at 11am PT.
Affordable Pricing
The Three Day Cello Guru Cello Bootcamps cost $97.
Want to come to both Bach Bootcamps and Bundle? The bundle price for both camps is $147.
Experience the Joy of JS Bach with The Cello Guru
Three Day Bach Cello Boot Camp Adventures in June and in September of 2026 at 11am PT each day...
In the Zoom Room with the Cello Guru.
Get the camps individually OR get the bundle and save your $50...
Contact me for more info: mar@thecelloguru.com
These are online events on zoom....
You must have good internet and zoom on your device.
We implement a no refund policy...
The Cello Guru: Learn from the Best!
In These Three Day Cello Boot Camps You Will Learn:
-How to practice and produce beautiful phrasings in your Bach on the cello
-How to produce clean musical lines through coordinating the left hand with the right in your Bach on the cello
-How to find confidence in your playing so that you are ready to share your expressive rendition of these compositions with friends and family...and most importantly...you will feel great about your playing...
Yesss!
learn to play solo Bach...
"What a personally rewarding result!"
"What a personally rewarding result!"
"What a personally rewarding result!"
"I’m an experienced but good amateur cellist… I just finished my first series of classes with Marcie and what a personally rewarding result! Her very personable passion and style are an inspiration and propellant for pursuing new playing milestones.
I never thought of playing any portion of the Bach Suites....and whenever I heard them I 'knew' they were above my capability. The Cello Guru showed me I was wrong! "
-Lamarr A.; Palmer, Alaska
"I would've said no way!"
"What a personally rewarding result!"
"What a personally rewarding result!"
"If you would have told me three months ago that I would be playing the entire first Bach Suite on my cello, I would have said no way. But here we are..."
-Constance B.; Marietta, Oh
Hang with The Cello Guru
"The improvement I have seen with the Cello Guru has been tremendous!" April M. in Orlando, FLA
"Marcie has coached me from a wanna-be-cellist to someone with the confidence to accept solo cello gigs! It takes a lot of work but it IS possible. PLEASE if you are interested in committing to your cello journey, wherever you are, get in contact with Marcie and check out the many different learning programs she has. You will not be disappointed." 💃-Patricia S. in Owosso, MI
"I am typically very nervous to share my playing out in the world, but working with Marcie has not only given me the confidence to do so...she makes playing my instrument FUN. Lindsay K. in Half Moon Bay, CA
"I am typically very nervous to share my playing out in the world, but working with Marcie has not only given me the confidence to do so...she makes playing my instrument FUN. Lindsay K. in Half Moon Bay, CA
"Marcie has coached me from a wanna-be-cellist to someone with the confidence to accept solo cello gigs! It takes a lot of work but it IS possible. PLEASE if you are interested in committing to your cello journey, wherever you are, get in contact with Marcie and check out the many different learning programs she has. You will not be disappointed." 💃-Patricia S. in Owosso, MI
"I am typically very nervous to share my playing out in the world, but working with Marcie has not only given me the confidence to do so...she makes playing my instrument FUN. Lindsay K. in Half Moon Bay, CA
"Marcie has coached me from a wanna-be-cellist to someone with the confidence to accept solo cello gigs! It takes a lot of work but it IS possible. PLEASE if you are interested in committing to your cello journey, wherever you are, get in contact with Marcie and check out the many different learning programs she has. You will not be disappointed." 💃-Patricia S. in Owosso, MI
"Marcie has coached me from a wanna-be-cellist to someone with the confidence to accept solo cello gigs! It takes a lot of work but it IS possible. PLEASE if you are interested in committing to your cello journey, wherever you are, get in contact with Marcie and check out the many different learning programs she has. You will not be disappointed." 💃-Patricia S. in Owosso, MI
"Marcie has coached me from a wanna-be-cellist to someone with the confidence to accept solo cello gigs! It takes a lot of work but it IS possible. PLEASE if you are interested in committing to your cello journey, wherever you are, get in contact with Marcie and check out the many different learning programs she has. You will not be disappointed." 💃-Patricia S. in Owosso, MI
Vanessa Loves Bach! Vanessa Says:
"I'm a Bach cello addict now thanks to the Cello Guru."
Vanessa E. , longtime Total Cello Immersion Cello Guru student from Queensland, AU.
Discover Your Musical Talents with The Cello Guru
Cello Guru Marcie Brown at Monterey Cello Congress...
Cello Guru Marcie Brown
Serious Scholarly Cellist: Master's Degree in Classical Music from Manhattan School of Music
Street Cellist: Played on the Streets of New York City for Many Years
Circus Cellist: Played in the Cirque du Soleil for over 600 Shows
Improvising and Jazz Cellist: Plays in bands and studies and teaches many fun genres of music
Quadruple Diamond Scholar at the Life Coach School: Life coach for cellists
The Bach Cello Bootcamp Bundle $147 for two 3 Day Bootcamps
Reserve your seat now for both Bach Cello Bootcamps with the Bundle rate of $147 (a discount of $50!)
-the Bach Prelude Cello Bootcamp: June 22-24, 2026
-the Bach Arioso Cello Bootcamp: September 14-16, 2026
All classes at 11am PT daily
We dedicate these cello camps to JS Bach❤️❤️❤️
Our Hero
No other composer has gained the love, respect and admiration of so many musicians....
