Of the four instruments represented in a modern symphony orchestra string section — violin, viola, cello and contrabass — the cello is the most versatile. In a traditional ensemble context, whether ...

Fans have grabbed some of the prime grass seats in front of the Cleveland Orchestra two hours before the show, getting ready for the Star Spangled Spectacular in Public Square in downtown Cleveland, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Manuel Nägeli/Unsplash, FAL As the largest section of the orchestra, sitting front and centre of the stage performing memorable ...

SAGINAW, MI — The Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra will host open auditions for multiple string section positions for its 2025-26 season, offering opportunities for musicians to join one of mid-Michigan ...

While rising through male-dominated orchestras decades ago, cellist Winifred Mayes wore flat-heeled shoes to blind auditions in which screens hid musicians’ identities from judges. She reasoned that ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio - Members of the Cleveland Orchestra string section had the honor of playing the national anthem at the Cleveland Indians 2017 home opener on Tuesday at Progressive Field. The sellout ...

The Tri-State Youth Orchestra String section begins its performance season Thursday, Sept. 3, in the basement of the ARTS Renaissance Center on 8th Street in Huntington. Orchestra director Ron Caviani ...

The beautiful change of scenery, as the fall dazzles us with its splendor, reminds us it is the time of season to return to well-laid rituals. I believe it comes from the years of experience we all ...

(MENAFN- The Conversation) As the largest section of the orchestra, sitting front and centre of the stage performing memorable melodies, it's easy for violinists to steal the limelight. Ask any ...