double bass
Definition
Noun: 1. A large, low-pitched string instrument: The double bass is the largest and lowest-pitched member of the modern violin family. It is played either with a bow (arco) or by plucking the strings (pizzicato) and is a standard member of the symphony orchestra, jazz ensembles, and other musical groups.
Usage
- The double bass provides the harmonic and rhythmic foundation in an orchestra.
- In jazz, the double bass is often played in a walking bassline style.
- Due to its size, a musician typically stands or sits on a high stool to play the double bass.
Examples
- The sound of the double bass resonated deeply through the concert hall.
- She practices her double bass for three hours every day.
- The jazz quartet featured an incredible solo on the double bass.
Advanced Usage
- "Double bass" as an attributive noun: The term can be used to describe other things related to the instrument.
- He is a renowned double bass player.
- The piece was written for double bass and piano.
Variants and Related Words
- Bass (noun): A common, shorter name for the double bass, especially in jazz and popular music contexts (e.g., , ).
- Contrabass (noun): Another formal term for the double bass, emphasizing its low pitch range.
- Bassist (noun): A musician who plays the double bass (or bass guitar).
Synonyms
- Upright bass
- String bass
- Contrabass
- Bass violin (less common, historical)
Related Phrases
- To play (the) double bass: The verb used for performing on the instrument.
- He learned to play the double bass in music school.
- Double bass solo: A section of music featuring the double bass as the primary instrument.
- The concerto includes a challenging double bass solo in the second movement.
Noun
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largest and lowest member of the violin family
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