Structural characteristics of the viola instrument
The viola is very similar to the violin but with a different size. The size of this instrument is a little bigger than the violin and it is 5 cm longer, because the difference in size is very small, sometimes it is difficult to separate it from the violin. Also, its sound range is lower than that of the violin, and its playing style is similar to that of the violin. In terms of sound range, this instrument has a sound between violin and cello. The body of the instrument consists of four parts: handle, strings, resonating bowl, and bow. The number of strings is the same as that of a violin, four, and since it is larger than a violin, its strings are also thicker. The resonating bowl is pear-shaped and usually made of hardwood such as ebony or rosewood. The bow is also made of horse hair. Among the most important viola players in the world, we can mention Carl Stamitz, Lionel Tertis, William Primrose, Nobuko Imai, Yuri Best, Lawrence Power, etc.
American music
American music is one of the most diverse genres of music globally, reflecting the country's multiethnic population. As a country founded by immigrants, its music mixes music from Britain, West Africa, Ireland, Latin America, and various European lands. Extensive and of course the most popular styles of music in the United States are Jazz, Blues, Country, Bluegrass, Rock, Rock and Roll, R&B, Pop, Hip Hop, Soul, Funk, Gospel, Disco, House, Techno, Ragtime and ... American music is the most famous music in the world. The world's largest music venues are located in this country and the world's most famous singers and bands also belong to this region. Many American cities have vibrant music scenes that in turn support a number of local music styles. Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Willie Nelson, Steven Taylor, Prince, Frank Sinatra, Johnny Cash, Steve Wonder, Tina Toner, Bob Dylan, etc. are just some of the most famous singers. The most important American music halls are Carnegie Hall in New York, Walt Disney in Los Angeles, Sorens Hall in Cleveland, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia, Kaufman Center for the Performing Arts in Kansas City, and more. And the most important music events in this country that are world-famous are SXSW, Ultra Miami, Kovachella, New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, Bonaro, Governor Ball, Lollapalooza, Afropunk and ...