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- There are four major bowed stringed instruments in the orchestra: the violin, viola, violoncello, and double bass. They are in descending order of pitch and number in the orchestra. Note that strings are never used in the concert band save for the occasional double bass.
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Mar 28, 2013 · When orchestrating for strings, composers can really exploit dynamic markings. Knowing how to use crescendos and diminuendos can create powerful and stunning orchestral effects. The use of a well judged subito marking (where the dynamics suddenly change to loud or soft) can add real drama to a score.
- Arranging Strings for a Pop Track
Arranging strings for a pop or rock track requires a...
- Arranging Strings for a Pop Track
Nov 7, 2010 · There are four major bowed stringed instruments in the orchestra: the violin, viola, violoncello, and double bass. They are in descending order of pitch and number in the orchestra. Note that strings are never used in the concert band save for the occasional double bass.
My method of writing string arrangements involves two distinct phases, which we can call composition and orchestration. I start by working out the essence of the arrangement on a keyboard (composition), then decide how to assign it to a real‑life ensemble (orchestration).
Key Takeaways. We begin by thinking of orchestration very simply in terms of how to combine elements, both: “simultaneously” (or “vertically” if you prefer) for voicing chords, doubling melody lines, and handling texture; “successively” (or “horizontally”) for effects like orchestral crescendos.
- Recording
- Style
- Tonality
- Bowing
- Pizzicato
- Double Stops
- Vibrato
- Intonation
- Mutes
- Harmonics
Strings are normally recorded using a stereo pair of mics and often with close mics on each section (1sts, 2nds, violas and cellos) or each desk (each pair of players). Close miking will allow you to alter the natural balance (e.g. violas or 2nds louder than 1sts) or fake a natural balance if for example you don’t have enough of one instrument. Thi...
If you are using string players should in any kind of jazz context, it’s probably best not be expect them to interpret quavers as swung. Write dotted or triplet notes, however unless you require a corny sound it is not a good idea to write a jazz feel for string players. Unless they are experienced recording session musicians they are only used to ...
Irrespective of the range of the instrument, there are specific characteristics. In his book Principles of Orchestration, Rimsky-Korsakov describes the top string of each instrument as: The other strings also have characteristics and are worth investigating further if you want to study string writing in-depth. (See Rimsky-Korsakov, Adler, Piston) I...
There are specific markings for bowing: a down bow (marked ï) means that the bow is started from the part nearest the player’s hand (the heel or frog), an up bow (marked V) is started from the tip. A down bow can be heavier and will usually occur on a down beat of a phrase, but a skilled player can play with no audible difference between up and dow...
This means plucking the strings with the finger (the right hand middle finger unless indicated for left hand with +). Allow time to change between arco and pizzicato passages. It is quicker to change to pizz after an arco upbow and quicker to change from pizz to an arco downbow) Not suitable for very fast passages or notes higher up the strings (e....
Two or more notes may be played at once (provided, of course, that they are on different strings). Double stops are indicated by bracketing the notes together. They work particularly well with cellos. Thirds, sixths and tenths are best for tuning; fifths, fourths and octaves can be tricky. 3 note stops are difficult to play quietly and should inclu...
One of the characteristics of string playing is vibrato (vib) and will usually be employed unless specified (N.V.). When a section uses no vibrato the result is a cold, icy sound. Vibrato can add a romantic feel but is corny if over-pronounced or used to excess. It is very expressive on solo passages. Note: vibrato is not possible on open strings, ...
In general intonation is not a problem for string players. Vibrato helps intonation (as it does with wind and brass instruments) as the slight wobble above and below the pitch tends to average out into the correct pitch. Larger string ensembles can actually benefit from slight discrepancies in intonation, as this creates a choruseffect. If a large ...
A mute is an attachment that clips onto the bridge. The result is a beautiful soft and ethereal sound, which is very useful for a different tone color. Allow at least two bars rest to attach the mute. (Longer if the player has left it in the boot of their car). Parts are marked Sordini or mutes.
A harmonic is the result of lightly touching the string with the left hand instead of holding it down on the fingerboard. There two sorts:
A string orchestra is an orchestra consisting solely of a string section made up of the bowed strings used in Western Classical music.
Jan 10, 2011 · We already explored the most basic facts about how sound is produced on strings and how the string section is set up. Now let's look at some of the techniques that players are capable of and the sounds they produce. In Part I we will explore the techniques of the right hand, the bowing hand, and all the variations on bowing the strings.
