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Besides the strings how can you tell the Violin apart from the Viola?
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The cello is a much bigger instrument with a lower range of pitches. It looks the same as the violin (if you ignore the size) but the violin and viola both have a chin rest, and the cello does not. Instead, the cello has an end-pin at the bottom that you stick into the ground.
Basically, they are the same except for the chin rest and the end-pin (and the size, of course).
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∙ 14y agoA violin tunes with the notes G, D, A and E. Each string is 7 semi-tones above the next.
A violinist must have a good ear for notes and good muscle memory as they play, because there are no bars on the fingerboard; instead it is up to the player to learn (and instinctively know) where to put their fingers to get different notes.
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∙ 14y agoThe size of the violin is smaller than the size of the viola. Also, the violin produces a higher sound than the viola.
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What is simalar to the violin?
The violin is part of a family of string instruments that all have the same basic structure but vary in size- this family is made up of the violin, the viola, the cello and the double bass. Most similar to the violin is the viola- they look very similar and it may sometimes even be difficult to tell a small viola and a large violin apart (until you play them). The main differences between them are that the viola is larger than the violin, and that its pitch is lower.
Violin and harp are what instraments?
The violin and harp are both stringed instruments that make sound by vibrating strings. The violin has four strings that are tuned a fifth apart. The harp has 47 strings of different lengths that are tuned to the white keys of the piano. The strings are plucked with the fingers and each string sounds a different note. Harps can be played standing or sitting, and in orchestras or concerts.
Violin is to viola as what is to cello?
A cello aka violoncello is the bass voice of the string instrument family. It has 4 strings A-D-G-C and it's an octave and a fifth lower than the violin. The cello plays in bass clef and it's the second largest instrument in the string family (the largest is the contra bass/double bass). You use a bow to play or you can pluck with your finger; this is known as pizzicato. The cello is the abbreviated version of the Italian word, violoncello, which means little violone. The violone is the bass. Notable cellists include: Yo Yo Ma, Msistlav Rostropovich, Pablo Casals and Mischa Maisky. If you're interested in listening to some great recordings, listen to the Haydn Cello Concerto No.3 and Six Suites for Unaccompanied Suites, by Bach (especially the Bourree from the 3rd Suite; Rostropovich's recording on youtube is awesome!) The viola on the other hand is the alto voice of the string family. It is larger than a violin. A 3/4 size viola is approx. the size of a 4/4 violin. The viola has four strings A-D-G and C and is a fifth lower than the violin. The viola can be played with a bow or by pizzicato.The viola's tone ranges between the violin and the cello but the low and rich sound sets it apart from the high pitched graceful sound of a violin. The viola is played identically to the violin.
Does the ukulele have the same four strings as the bass guitar?
The double bass is much like the string bass, but it is also known as an upright bass, and commonly used in symphonies. It can be played with fingers, (pizzicato) but is usually played with a bow, like a violin. It looks like a big violin, and is played with the bottom of it, (opposite of where you tune the strings) at your feet, and the top around where your head is, while you are sitting down.
What is the main difference between the violin and the guitar?
Hi there,There are several key differences between a guitar and a violin:1. Scale length.This means the length of the string. On most guitars the scale length is between 24 and 26 inches, but this will vary slightly between different brands and styles of guitars.On the other hand, a violin has a much shorter scale length of 12.8 inches - that is, the violin's strings are about half as long as the strings on a guitar. (obviously, since the violin is a much smaller instrument)As a general rule, instruments with short strings play higher notes. Conversely, instruments with longer strings can play lower notes. Thus, a guitar can play much, much deeper notes than a violin. (Typically about 15 semi-tones lower)2. Fretboard vs FingerboardA guitar usually has frets. A violin has no frets. This makes a large difference in the tonal qualities of the instruments.3. Number of strings.A standard guitar has 6 strings. A standard violin has 4 strings.4. Method of playing.Typically, a violin is played by drawing a resined bow across the strings to create a long, ringing, single note. (However, the violin can also be plucked with the finger to create a "ping" sound)Guitars are usually strummed or picked. Bows are rarely used on guitars except as a novelty.Similarly, a violin is played by placing it under the player's chin and supported on the player's choulder. A guitar is usually played at waist height, supported by the player's knee, or else held by a strap.5. F-holesNormal acoustic violins have 2 "f-holes" to allow the sound to exit the sound box of the violin. This gives the violin a distinctive tone or "sound"A standard acoustic guitar has only one, large hole.(However, there are quite a few guitars that have f-holes, so this is not always a difference)5 Shape.Violins and guitars come in all sorts of different shapes, but the classic violin shape and size is designed to promote and enhance certain harmonic tones produced by the string when they vibrate. Guitars' body shapes, apart from being much louder, can be quite different because a different tone is wanted with a guitar._________Don't forget the similarities between the instruments:Both are used extensively in both classical and modern music.Both can come in acoustic (un-amplified), Semi-acoustic (amplified acoustic) and electric (must have an amplifier)Both are string instruments._______There are literally hundreds of other differences which aren't so obvious, depending on the type of violin and guitar. For example, there are differences in string gauges, string materials, types of wood, truss rods, finishes, and even the types of tuners used. After all, they are quite different instruments.I hope this helps :)Basis of knowledge: I play both the guitar and violin and also do some luthiering (guitar making)
Why is the violin apart of this family?
A violin is part of the strings family and is played in the symphony orchestra!
What is simalar to the violin?
The violin is part of a family of string instruments that all have the same basic structure but vary in size- this family is made up of the violin, the viola, the cello and the double bass. Most similar to the violin is the viola- they look very similar and it may sometimes even be difficult to tell a small viola and a large violin apart (until you play them). The main differences between them are that the viola is larger than the violin, and that its pitch is lower.
How did the Viola become the Viola?
The viola is a bowed string instrument. It is the middle voice of the violin family, between the violin and the cello. The casual observer may mistake the viola for the violin because of their similarity in size, closeness in pitch range (the viola is a perfect fifth below the violin), and identical playing position. However, the viola's timbre sets it apart: its rich, dark-toned sonority is more full-bodied than the violin's. The viola's mellow voice is frequently used for playing inner harmonies, and it does not enjoy the wide solo repertoire or fame of the violin. The name of the instrument is properly pronounced /v??o?l?/ ("vee-oh-la")[1] but often incorrectly pronounced "vye-oh-la" as the woman's name and plant "Violet" is spoken. * http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viola
Is the guitar one fifth lower than then the violin?
No. Violin strings, starting with the lowest, are G (below middle C), D, A and E, each being a fifth apart from each other. The strings on a guitar are E, A, D, G, B, E, with the highest E being the same pitch as the highest violin string.
Violin is to viola as what is to cello?
A cello aka violoncello is the bass voice of the string instrument family. It has 4 strings A-D-G-C and it's an octave and a fifth lower than the violin. The cello plays in bass clef and it's the second largest instrument in the string family (the largest is the contra bass/double bass). You use a bow to play or you can pluck with your finger; this is known as pizzicato. The cello is the abbreviated version of the Italian word, violoncello, which means little violone. The violone is the bass. Notable cellists include: Yo Yo Ma, Msistlav Rostropovich, Pablo Casals and Mischa Maisky. If you're interested in listening to some great recordings, listen to the Haydn Cello Concerto No.3 and Six Suites for Unaccompanied Suites, by Bach (especially the Bourree from the 3rd Suite; Rostropovich's recording on youtube is awesome!) The viola on the other hand is the alto voice of the string family. It is larger than a violin. A 3/4 size viola is approx. the size of a 4/4 violin. The viola has four strings A-D-G and C and is a fifth lower than the violin. The viola can be played with a bow or by pizzicato.The viola's tone ranges between the violin and the cello but the low and rich sound sets it apart from the high pitched graceful sound of a violin. The viola is played identically to the violin.
Does the ukulele have the same four strings as the bass guitar?
The double bass is much like the string bass, but it is also known as an upright bass, and commonly used in symphonies. It can be played with fingers, (pizzicato) but is usually played with a bow, like a violin. It looks like a big violin, and is played with the bottom of it, (opposite of where you tune the strings) at your feet, and the top around where your head is, while you are sitting down.
Is the violin apart of the string family?
Yes!
Who is the appropriate clef sign for the string family?
Unless I'm mistaken, the higher voices of the string family (the violin, etc.) play in the treble clef. The lower voices (the cello, and anything else apart from the viola) play in the bass clef. The viola plays in the special, Alto clef. Research this on a more accurate website to gain a verified answer.
What is the main difference between the violin and the guitar?
Hi there,There are several key differences between a guitar and a violin:1. Scale length.This means the length of the string. On most guitars the scale length is between 24 and 26 inches, but this will vary slightly between different brands and styles of guitars.On the other hand, a violin has a much shorter scale length of 12.8 inches - that is, the violin's strings are about half as long as the strings on a guitar. (obviously, since the violin is a much smaller instrument)As a general rule, instruments with short strings play higher notes. Conversely, instruments with longer strings can play lower notes. Thus, a guitar can play much, much deeper notes than a violin. (Typically about 15 semi-tones lower)2. Fretboard vs FingerboardA guitar usually has frets. A violin has no frets. This makes a large difference in the tonal qualities of the instruments.3. Number of strings.A standard guitar has 6 strings. A standard violin has 4 strings.4. Method of playing.Typically, a violin is played by drawing a resined bow across the strings to create a long, ringing, single note. (However, the violin can also be plucked with the finger to create a "ping" sound)Guitars are usually strummed or picked. Bows are rarely used on guitars except as a novelty.Similarly, a violin is played by placing it under the player's chin and supported on the player's choulder. A guitar is usually played at waist height, supported by the player's knee, or else held by a strap.5. F-holesNormal acoustic violins have 2 "f-holes" to allow the sound to exit the sound box of the violin. This gives the violin a distinctive tone or "sound"A standard acoustic guitar has only one, large hole.(However, there are quite a few guitars that have f-holes, so this is not always a difference)5 Shape.Violins and guitars come in all sorts of different shapes, but the classic violin shape and size is designed to promote and enhance certain harmonic tones produced by the string when they vibrate. Guitars' body shapes, apart from being much louder, can be quite different because a different tone is wanted with a guitar._________Don't forget the similarities between the instruments:Both are used extensively in both classical and modern music.Both can come in acoustic (un-amplified), Semi-acoustic (amplified acoustic) and electric (must have an amplifier)Both are string instruments._______There are literally hundreds of other differences which aren't so obvious, depending on the type of violin and guitar. For example, there are differences in string gauges, string materials, types of wood, truss rods, finishes, and even the types of tuners used. After all, they are quite different instruments.I hope this helps :)Basis of knowledge: I play both the guitar and violin and also do some luthiering (guitar making)
How do you play A on violin?
There are 3 different A's on a violin each 1 octave apart. The first one is on the lowest string (G) with your 1st finger down, the second is the 3rd string (A) with no fingers down and the third one is on the highest string (E) with your 3rd finger down.Hope this helps!There are four strings on a violin: G, D, A, E, from left to right, in that order. Put your fingers down to make it higher
How does the the violin work?
When the bow (made of horse hair) strokes the strings... (A, E, D, and G), the strings are vibrated from the friction that is caused. And when the strings vibrate, the produce sound. The pitch of the sound depends on how thick the strings is. The highest pitch is E, because it is the thinnest; and the lowest is G, because it is the thickest. The pegs and fine tuners are used to tighten and loosen the strings; the tighter a string is, the more high pitch it is. The pegs are for a drastic change and the fine tuners are for just a minor change in pitch. The fingering also changes the pitch and when you put a finger down, it changes the length of the string, which also makes it higher pitched. To tune a violin... first you have to compare your A string with someone elses, or a tuner, and then to tune D you place your third finger on the A string and if it matches, it is correct. And to tune G, you just place your 3rd finger on D and also play them at the same time. This is when they are one octive, or eight notes apart. And the same for E.
How is the viola held?
The viola is held the same a a violin, though being a bigger instrument the reach you have to extend your arm is longer. When playing the notes on the fingerboard area, it is best to keep your wrist away from the neck of the viola and your fingers round and on top of the string. It is also important to get a suitable shoulder rest so that you feel comfortable.
