Today we’re going to learn about the largest and lowest-pitched string instrument in the orchestra — the double bass. If you’re all about that bass, you don’t want to miss this episode!
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- Different ways of playing the bass to achieve different sounds
- How the bass is used in a variety of musical styles
- Why so many basses are needed in a symphony orchestra
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Musical Samples You’ll Hear in this Episode:
Concerto for Double Bass No. 2 in B Minor (Bottesini)
Music Listening Schedule for Episode 24
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