Many of the studies have a direct and narrow range of technical focus, often a specific bowing or fingering technique.
Consistent control of the bow is significant in this study, as there are countless repetitive strokes marked.
Another challenge that Duport recognizes is that of making large interval leaps, which involve crossing one or more strings smoothly, as when Study No.
2.1) This short work is designed to give the cellist practice in chromatic fingering as well as repetitive bowing.
Challenges include keeping the bow under complete control and delivering even strokes that contact the strings equally, and quick chord shifts in the left hand.
Double stops, including a counterpoint of plucked bass notes provide a substantial exercise.
Challenges include precise bow control, and accurate left hand placement.