About the Instruments
In orchestra, we learn the string instruments of the violin family - the violin, viola, cello and bass*. When you join orchestra, you will choose one instrument and get to study that instrument all year, and hopefully for many years to come.
In orchestra, we learn the string instruments of the violin family - the violin, viola, cello and bass*. When you join orchestra, you will choose one instrument and get to study that instrument all year, and hopefully for many years to come.
After you learn about the 4 instrument choices, hear more from each instrument by using our Recommended Videos page.
After you learn about the 4 instrument choices, hear more from each instrument by using our Recommended Videos page.
Try to choose your instrument based on the sound you like best. Some students like a particular instrument because it is big or small or because of how you hold it or carry it, but most students are happiest when they love the SOUND of their instrument.
Try to choose your instrument based on the sound you like best. Some students like a particular instrument because it is big or small or because of how you hold it or carry it, but most students are happiest when they love the SOUND of their instrument.
*Depending on your elementary campus, you may or may not be able to choose bass as a beginning instrument. At many campuses, students who are interested in bass will begin on cello and switch to bass later, usually in 6th grade.
Learn More About the Instruments:
Learn More About the Instruments:
Why Play a String Instrument.pdfOrchestra Instrument Guide.pdf