Violin
The strings on a violin from lowest to highest
G, D, A, E
The strings on a viola from lowest to highest
C, G, D, A
The strings on a cello from lowest to highest
C, G, D, A
The strings on a bass from lowest to highest
E, A, D, G
All of the string instruments typically found in an orchestra
Violin, viola, cello, and bass
Bows are made out of this type of hair
Horse hair
The bottom part of the bow is called this
The Frog
The top part of the bow is called this
The Tip
The note that is played if a bass player puts first finger on G string
A
This composer was completely deaf by the time of the debut performance of his well known symphony number 9.
Who is Beethoven?
When did Ms. Otto start playing the violin?
4th Grade (9 years old)
What is the clef that violas read music in?
Alto clef
The decorative piece at the top of the cello (and other orchestra instruments)
What is the clef that basses read in?
Bass clef
rosin is made of this material
tree sap
The Italian term for loud
forte
The note that you hear if a viola player puts their third finger on D string
G
The Italian term for soft
piano
The term for the metal pieces at the top of the bass that tune the strings
Tuning gears
The 4 instrument groups in a symphony orchestra
strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion
The note that you hear if a violin player puts their second finger on A string
C sharp
The unit of measurement in which violas are measured
inches
One of the most famous cellists alive today
Who is Yo-Yo Ma?
The two different types of bass bows
Who is the person in sunglasses behind Ms. Ottos desk?
Bach