Ten American Cello Etudes, Paperback by Minsky, Aaron, ISBN 0193858177, ISBN-13 9780193858176, Brand New, Free shipping in the US Each of these études is a miniature evocation of an American place and mood, written to help cellists learn in contemporary styles of jazz, blues, and folk. Technique certainly won’t be dull with these lively pieces, which are also admirably suited for recitals and encores.