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String Instruments

String instruments are any instruments which produce sound by vibrating strings. Many instruments belong in this family, including: banjos, cellos, double basses, guitars, violas, and violins. Questions about these instruments belong here.

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How do you use a violin?

First, you play a violin, not use, though I am sure you put that there because it wouldn't let you put play since there is already that question. You play a violin by supporting the lower bout of the violin between your shoulder and chin, while holding the neck, using your fingers to change notes. You lightly, or roughly(depending on music) pull the bow across the cords in the middle, or the waist, by the bridge. But not too rough, for you may snap the strings. Note that you tighten the hair on the bow before playing.

DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BOW ALL THE WAY! It WILL snap. You can tell when your bow is not too tight when it curves a little inward. If it curves outward then it's way too tight and it could eventually snap. Remember too loosen your bow when you are putting your violin in a case otherwise the hairs could stretch out over time. Also if you get too close too the frod the it will squeak. Stay in between.

Can someone help me do a vibrato?

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Vibrato is a tricky thing. My violin instructor told me, that your teacher can tell you the technique, but you have to perfect it and really teach yourself how to do vibrato. Good luck!

Can a violin be played without the bridge?

No absolutely not the bridge is what transfers the vibrations of the strings into the hollow inside of the violin resonating the sound, if you were to play it without the bridge it would sound similar to an electric guitar without an amp.

Who invented the violin not who was the first maker?

Nobody really invented the violin. It originated from ancient Middle Eastern instruments that evolved as it traveled to Europe. The first person to create today's style of violin was Antonius Stradivarius.

Is the Red Violin a true story?

No, it's entirely fictional - even down to the make of the violin (Nicolo Bussotti)! Does have a good bit of lore and a couple of real-life inspirations mixed in, though, like for example the red violin itself is inspired by Stradivarius's Red Mendelssohn (which is NOT tinted with blood!).

Carl Ditters von Dittersdorf double bass concerto?

Year of composition: 1962

Number of movements: 3 movements

First publication: 1963

Key: E major

Instrumentation: Double Bass, Orchestra

Piece style: Classical

Is it good if you buy a violin that is cheap?

Usually, a cheap violin does not sound as good as a more pricey one, but if you are just starting, then it might be a good idea. Remember to make sure you are getting the right size!

What are some good rockmetal bands that use violins violas or cellos?

I know one band that's called 'Apocalyptica' that only consists (or consisted) of cello's. (It still exists but I don't know for sure if there are only cello's in it anymore).

What is the average size for a violin?

Most violins would be the same size, out of the four sizes they come in: 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 4/4 (full size). most people by the time that they are fully grown will be able to use a 4/4 size violin. if this helps, i am 5ft1/2'' and i have a full size violin.

How do you play limon y sal on guitar?

Guitar tab is available both on Youtube and imslp for a variety of songs that might include this one.

Who is the person love by Banjo?

Sarah, Bebeh, Potpot, Isai, Ikai...kailangan pa bang imemorize yan....

How does bottles die in banjo kazooie?

bottles dies in banjo-tooie and this is how he dies: kazooie tricks him and tells him gruntilda the witch is coming (this happens 2 years after she falls from her tower) then her sisters revive her then she actually does come after she sees mumbo coming to see whats happening when banjo sees whats happenning he tells everybody to run away but bottles thinks it's another trick and grunty ends up killing him.

How has butter changed over time?

Despite modern sanitary production methods, butter produced early in the twenty-first century is not much different from that enjoyed centuries ago by people who churned milk in animal skins slung from the backs of camels and horses.

What is 4 fingers on D on a viola?

4 fingers on the D string is an A. Even on the sheet music.

How do you set the action on first act guitar?

the action on mine was super high. i adjusted the truss rod one full turn clockwise. and then put some elixir polyweb light gauge strings on it. its by no means a gig guitar, i have my takamine for that but this made it a decent guitar to throw in the trunk without any fear of damaging something valuable. one thing i will say for first act is that the tuners are great. (at least on mine) it holds a tune very well. i habnt done it yet but i may sand down the bridge saddle a bit as well just to make it abit more comfortable to play. happy jamming.

Does a viola have a sound post?

Yes, like most string instruments, it has a sound post inside supporting the outer wood.