MUSC 1250 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Double Bass, Notehead, Legato
30 Aug 2016
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Chordophones the bowed string choir (violins, violas, cellos, and double basses) The string section of a full symphony orchestra consists of = Each instrument consists of 2 main parts: body, neck. Both of the above are made of wood. Top of the body = belly, table, or soundboard. Little section above the tuning pegs = scroll. Double bass e a d g: 5 stringed double bass has a low c string added by means of mechanical extention, sounds one octave lower than written. A metal or ivory plate protecting the tip. A long, tapering bow stick, which is curved slightly inward toward the hair. A metal ferrule (brace) at the frog that encircles the hairs and keeps them evenly spread. A metal screw with which the hair is tightened or loosened. Heavy/loud sound when bowed at the frog, light/delicate/soft at the tip! Non-legato each pitch changes bowing direction. Legato slur between notes to be played with one bow direction.
