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The viola is an orchestral instrument, a member of the violin family, which also contains the violin, the cello and the bass. The viola has four strings of varying thickness that produce sound when a bow is… More »
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History of the viola instrument, the least known instrument in the string family. Here are some facts about what it is, where it came from, and what it adds to the orchestra. ... The viola is an instrument in the violin family. It is slightly larger than the violin with a deeper, mellower tone. It’s tuned a fifth...
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What's the difference between a violin and a viola? There is no difference. The violin just looks smaller because the violinist's head is so much bigger. ... Why do violinists put a cloth between their chin and their instrument? Violins don't have spit valves.
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the Norwegian Hardanger fiddle (Hardingfele) has 4 sympathetic strings, the viola d’amore 6 or more. Sympathetic strings are generally made of thin brass or steel, and their vibration reinforces the upper harmonics, thus producing a bright, silvery sound. ... viola d'amore (musical instrument) ... Get Random Facts...
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Facts about viola da gamba: history and use, - ...of complex solo divisions, or ornate variations on a melody, often played on a small bass called a division viol. ... division viol (musical instrument) ... Get Random Facts...
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Home of the Viola Societies and the Viola Mailing Lists ... Viola.com is dedicated to those young violists around the world who are serious about their chosen instrument, but don't know where to turn to find information and camaraderie of fellow violists.
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The viola was the 'alto-tenor' violin in the new violin family, but did not receive that name 'viola' until later. The reason for this was that the term 'viola' referred to any stringed instrument, plucked or bowed.
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