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Structural features of the contrabass

The contrabass is from the violin family and is a bowed string instrument that is similar to the cello in terms of the way it is played so that it is placed on the floor and between the player's legs. It's sound is the lowest sound among stringed instruments in the world. Like other instruments of this family, the contrabass also consists of four main parts, i.e. handle, strings, resonating bowl, and bow. The total length of the instrument is about one meter and 80 centimeters. The number of strings is four (there are also examples of 5 strings of this instrument) and the resonating bowl is wooden and pear-shaped. The bow is also made of horse hair and is used for this instrument in two French or German models. The contrabass strings are tuned the opposite of the violin. This instrument is used in orchestras to create depth and weight in the pieces. Due to the high power of the sound of this instrument, solo pieces are rarely written for it and it is usually used together with other instruments. One of the main problems of this instrument is its excessive size, which makes it difficult to move around. Paul Chambers and James Jamerson can be mentioned among the most famous contrabass players in the world.

Music education in Sunderland

Sunderland is another city in the UK that has something to say about music. Sunderland musicians who have achieved international fame include Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics group and all four members of Kenickie, whose singer Lauren Lauren later became a television presenter. Other great musicians of this city are Forder Head, Field Music, Pete Gofton, Leder Face, and ... In 2005, Sunderland hosted a BBC Radio 1 concert at Harrington Country Park with 30,000 spectators. Sunderland Stadium of light, home to the AFC Sunderland, is internationally recognized as a concert venue. The city also hosts the annual Split Music Festival, which was first celebrated in October 2009.