World-class solo artist, chamber music cellist and acclaimed cello teacher Diane Chaplin has created a new and entirely fresh approach for cello players, based on the original concept ofHow To Improve Your Chops Without Playing A Note.In the first book of its kind for string players, Diane uses her method for achieving the best vibrato as a foundation to demonstrate the most fundamental paradox of cello performance: how to achieve the balance of strength and flexibility required to play the cello efficiently, while staying relaxed enough to perform even the most difficult technical passages with ease. If you've ever seen her perform, you know that she does this with flawless, joyful abandon.In addition to being a superbly talented solo artist on the cello, Diane is a talented writer and generous teacher. For little more than the cost of a good cup of coffee, she reveals secrets of advanced technique that can be life-changing for many players.