u/Zealousideal_Area776

So I bought this cello because I've loved it as an instrument for quite some time and wanted to learn. I figured out something that sounds like Amazing Grace and I know im probably doing 1,000 things wrong so I was hoping for some (hopefully free) online resources for learning the basics and instilling good habits early.

I.e. the person I bought it from has tape on it, should I take it off?

Is my thumb joint supposed to ache this much when I play?

When the string squeaks is that a speed or pressure issue?

Is it up high enough?

And help would be greatly appreciated!