Cello Fingering Chart

Interactive first‑position mapping • bass‑clef reading • intonation & bowing • PDF

Interactive Cello Fingering Chart

🛠️ How to Use This Chart

Step 1: Set Key Signature

Sharps and flats determine finger spacing patterns in first position.

Step 2: Select a Written Note

See suggested string and finger (0=open, 1–4) with bass‑clef display.

Step 3: Check Intonation

Use drones and listen for sympathetic resonance with nearby open strings.

Current Key: C Major
No sharps or flats
Interactive Cello Fingerboard (First Position) Fingerboard with C–G–D–A strings and first‑position markers 0–4. A D G C
Current Note: Select a note
Click a note button to see string and finger
Musical Notation (Bass Clef)
Select a note to display

Select a Note (First Position)

Cello Fingering Chart Image

Cello Fingering Chart Image

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🎶 Reading Music

Cello primarily reads bass clef 𝄢; higher passages often use tenor clef 𝄡 and sometimes treble 𝄞. If you’re new to key signatures or accidentals, review our Music Notes Guide.

Cello Common First‑Position Fingerings

Written Note String Finger Pattern Tip
D2 C 1 Low vs high 2 depends on key
E2 C 2 Check with open A3 fifth when applicable
F2 C 3 Frame hand with low/high 2 decision
G2 G 0 Reference for tuning D2–F2
A2 G 1 Match with open D3 fifth
B2 G 2 (high) High 2 in G/D/A keys
C3 G 3 Check unison/octave with open C2/G2