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Why is the string section called "The backbone of the orchestra"
Angus Mraz
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∙ 11y agoIt is called the string family because all the instruments in the sting family have 4 or more strings.
the violin, viola, cello and double bass all have 4 stings where as the harp has 47 stings and 7pedals.
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∙ 13y agoThe strings are in front of the stage because they're not as loud as the brass, which are placed in the rear. Placement on the stage varies among conductors' preferences, and the requirements of the compositions to be performed. Generally, the bass viols and cellos are separated from the first and second violins--bass and cellos normally to the right as you face the stage, violins to the left. Violas usually lie between the four other string groups, just on the other side of the conductor.
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∙ 10y agoWhy is the string section called "The backbone of the orchestra"
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∙ 7y agoA single wind instrument is generally louder than a single string instrument, so the string section needs more players to keep balance.
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What is the largest family in the orchestra?
The largest family in the orchestra is the string family.
Why is the orchestra laid out as it is?
the orchestra is laid out like this because the string family comared to the percission family are a lot higher in picth. this is the orchestra prdictied: the string family the woodwind the brass and the pecussion
To which section of the orchestra does the harp belong?
The harp is a solo string instrument, BUT it belongs to the percussion family in the orchestra, as it is used mostly for special effects.
What is the group of instruments referred to as the backbone of the orchestra?
i thonk its the string section, probably the cellos
Which family dose a violin come from?
The violin is the smallest member of the string family.
What is the largest family in the orchestra?
The largest family in the orchestra is the string family.
Why is the orchestra laid out as it is?
the orchestra is laid out like this because the string family comared to the percission family are a lot higher in picth. this is the orchestra prdictied: the string family the woodwind the brass and the pecussion
Which family has the most members in the orchestra?
The String section has the most members in the orchestra.
What are the subdivisions of the string family?
if you mean in a string orchestra, it is violin, viola, cello, and bass
What instruments from the string family have solo performances in the orchestra?
violin
To which section of the orchestra does the harp belong?
The harp is a solo string instrument, BUT it belongs to the percussion family in the orchestra, as it is used mostly for special effects.
Is the cello in the string family?
The cello is one of the 4 members of the string orchestra family. If you are talking about the full string family, it is viola, cello, bass, violin, piano, and guitar.
What is the group of instruments referred to as the backbone of the orchestra?
i thonk its the string section, probably the cellos
Which family dose a violin come from?
The violin is the smallest member of the string family.
What family does the violin belong too?
It is part of the string section in a symphonic orchestra.
When was Hereford String Orchestra created?
Hereford String Orchestra was created in 1958.
Which member of the string family the leader of the orchestra?
The principal (1st chair) violin is also the concertmaster.
