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The String Instrument Family

Violin and Viola

The viola came into existence
around or before 1530 while the
Violin became a standard in Italy
around 1550. One of the main
differences between these two
instruments is that the viola is
slightly larger and the music is
written on the alto clef! Both the
violin and viola have underwent
modifications in the neck,
fingerboard, bridge, bass bar etc.
to reach acoustical perfection.

Cello
The history of the cello begins
with the bass violin! One factor
that effect the size of the bass
violin was the wire wound string
(allowing the instrument to be
smaller). The cello was at first
placed on the floor to play, then
people ended up using their legs
to hold it off the floor! Eventually,
they advanced to using end pins
to hold the instrument up!

Double Bass
The Double Bass is the largest
instrument of these four! It actually
used to take 2 people to be able
to play. Eventually, they made it
small enough for one person to
be able to play. The Double Bass

Range, Sizes, Rental and

Purchase Information
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The range for the violin starts for g0, d1, a1, to e2. The overall
length for violin is 23 1/8. The viola range is c0, g0, d1, a1. The length for
this is 27 1/8.The cello is C0, G0, d0, and A0. The length for this is 48
1/4. Lastly, the range for double bass is E1, A1, D0, G0, and C0. The
final overall length for the double bass is 74 1/2. !
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If you are interested in renting an instrument, the best way to go
about doing this is working with a local dealer! They are easy to work
with and if you need help with anything, they can be used as a reliable
resource. !

started off with 3 strings and then

advanced to 6!

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Care, Maintenance,
and String
Replacement
The bow is very fragile, so always
make sure that it is handled with
care. Only the teacher and
student should be able to handle
it!

Why should your child learn how to play a string

instrument?!
Playing a string will open your child up to the world of orchestra!
It will help them to develop another way of communicating their
musical talents. These instruments are great way to start your
childs ear training. Lastly, these instruments will help foster a
sense of determination for your child! He/She will only get better
with practice!

Whenever your child is finished

playing the instrument, always
put it back into the case to
provide maximum protection.
If any cracks happen, be sure to
get them repaired as quickly as
possible.
The best way to keeping a bow
well maintained is to never touch
it.
If you want to clean the strings,
rubbing alcohol or an alcohol
based product is the best
solution!
Lastly, always make sure you are
keeping the instrument at its
best. Replace the bow hair
annually and be sure to replace
the strings when they break, fray,
or become false!