The cello, also known as the violoncello, is a string instrument. It is played by bowing or plucking its four strings, which are C, G, D and A from the lowest string to the highest string. It is made out of wood, and the inside is hollow to maximize the rich tone of the instrument. The notes that are played by the cello are usually rather low compared to violins and violas, but not as low as the double-bass.
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I've been wanting to play the cello since I was five years old, but my parents thought that it was a very big instrument and a bit of a hassle for a five-year-old to carry around. I was also focused on ballet and figure skating, so I had no time for cello. However, when I was Year 4, I started playing the cello and I still love the instrument very much. I finished my Grade 8 earlier this year.
I want to continue playing the cello for as long as I can, and I really want to get my Diploma grade done before there is too much school work. However, I think that the most important thing about playing cello is having fun, so I want to have fun and enjoy myself while playing cello.