| The String section has by far the most players in it - sometimes as many as 60. This is because it takes many strings to create a rich sound that balances well with the wood
winds, brass and percussion. There are four kinds of stringed instruments in the orchestra: violins, violas, cellos, and double basses. All are made of wood and have a similar curvy shape, but their sizes are different.
All stringed instruments have strings stretched over them. The strings are made of gut, steel, or nylon. They are played with a bow - a long stick that has horsehair attached to it. Usually the bow is drawn across the strings. This is called bowing . Stringed instruments can also be struck with the bow. Or they can be played by plucking or strumming the strings with the fingers. |
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How to Play: Help Dr. Strad put his violin back together before the big concert. Just click on the pieces and drag them back together to reassemble the violin. HINT: If you want to get really good at this game, brush up on your stringed instrument knowledge by clicking on the icons on the top of this page. Have fun! |
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