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No, there are several different differences between the instruments in the viol, or viola da gamba, family and those in the violin family.
Some of the differences that actually affect playing or sound are:
- The viol family has frets, but the violin family does not.
- The viol family's sound boxes are deeper than those of the violin family.
- The viol family's strings are under less tension
- The bows of viols are held with the palm facing upward, those for the violin family are held with the palm facing down.
- Even the smallest viols are played with the instrument held vertically.
- Viols usually have six strings; violins usually have four.
- The bow of the viol has a convex curve; that of the violin is concave.
There are a number of differences that do not affect sound or playing, and are mostly cosmetic. Among them are these:
- The shoulders of the viol slope into the neck; those of the violin meet it at a right angle.
- The viol has a flat back, but the violin's back bulges.
- The viol has a carved human head or other individual device at the top of the peg box, but the violin has a scroll fiddlehead.
The instruments are also used differently. The viol is usually played in consort, as a member of a group that is not intended to solo, and so its sound is not intended to stand out from other instruments. The violin is intended to be more versatile in this respect, making it more suitable to be a solo instrument for a virtuoso.
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Is there a difference between a violin shoulder rest and a Viola shoulder rest?
Yes, the viola ones are bigger since the viola is bigger.
What is the normal size for a viola?
An adult size viola is between 15-17" in body length. There is no normal.
What is the difference between a prelude viola an etude viola a allegro viola and a maestro viola?
I've seen those descriptions in on line catalogs and they seem to be model descriptions from the manufacturers. They appear to describe various levels of fit and finish appropriate to the level of ability of the customer, and the price increases proportionally as the quality increases. A Prelude would be for a beginner who isn't ready to commit to a viola and an Etude would be for a student who wants a better instrument for long term use, working up to the professional level Maestro.
What is the difference between viola and violin?
It's not just the size (most violas are between 15 and 17 inches long). A viola player is going to read in Alto Clef and a Violinist reads in Treble Clef; viola is also occasionally written in treble clef, in the higher registers (violins never use alto clef). Also a violin and viola have different strings. They both have an A, D, and G string but the viola has a lower C string and the violin has a high E string. The sound of the strings will also sound deeper since the viola is bigger and has a lower register than the violin. The viola bow is slightly shorter and heavier than a full-sized violin bow and a bit sturdier. Playing the instruments is quite different as it takes a good deal more bow pressure and a more dramatic (or aggressive) technique for the viola, in order to get enough sound. Many violists begin as violinists. It is difficult for children to handle a viola and most students cannot manage a full-sized viola until their teen years. And finally, the bigger the viola the more resonance; this is an eternal struggle. How large can the instrument get and still be playable?
How are the viola and the violin similar?
They both are from the violin and the string family. The violin and viola also share 3 of the same strings: G string, D string, and A string. They generally look the same, except the viola is usually bigger than the violin (depending on the size of the viola).
What is the difference between cello music and viola music?
the difference between cello and viola music is that cello sounds lower then viola
Is there a difference between a violin shoulder rest and a Viola shoulder rest?
Yes, the viola ones are bigger since the viola is bigger.
When was John Damore born?
John Damore was born on 1933-10-20.
When was Nick Damore born?
Nick Damore was born on 1916-07-10.
What's the difference between a viola and a violin?
The main difference between a viola and a violin is their size and pitch range. The viola is larger than the violin and has a lower pitch range. Additionally, the viola is typically played in a lower register and has a richer, warmer tone compared to the brighter sound of the violin.
What is the difference between a viola and a violin?
The main difference between a viola and a violin is their size and pitch range. The viola is larger than the violin and has a lower pitch range, while the violin is smaller and has a higher pitch range. Additionally, the viola is typically played in the alto clef while the violin is played in the treble clef.
What is the difference in size between a viola and a violin?
The viola is slightly larger than the violin, with the viola being around 2-3 inches longer than the violin.
What is the main difference between a violin and viola?
A viola has the (left to right) C,G,D,A strings and the violin has G,D,A,E strings
What is the main difference between the violin and viola?
A viola has the (left to right) C,G,D,A strings and the violin has G,D,A,E strings
What's the difference between the violin and the viola in terms of their size, tuning, and sound characteristics?
The violin is smaller than the viola and is tuned higher. The viola is larger and tuned lower. The violin has a brighter and more piercing sound, while the viola has a warmer and richer tone.
What are the differences in size between a viola and a violin?
The viola is larger than the violin, with the viola typically being around 2-3 inches longer in body length compared to the violin. This difference in size also affects the sound and range of the instruments.
How is the cello different from the violin and the viola?
You hold a cello between your knees, whereas you hold a viola/violin between your chin and shoulder.
