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, ...

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 ...

This '80s gem packaged a polysynth, brass and string sections into a single instrument, popping up on records by everyone ...

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 ...

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 ...

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When mellow cellos harmonized the “Baby Shark” theme, giggles of surprise and recognition rippled across the concert hall. When the bold trombone section grooved along on Neil Diamond’s “Sweet ...

Through a double door decorated with music notes, you’ll find a room designated for the students who pull strings (but are still outstanding students.) The orchestra lounge at West High School is ...

Aiken Civic Orchestra has two upcoming concerts featuring just strings. On Sunday, March 19, the Aiken Civic Orchestra will perform a concert titled Sensational Strings at 7 p.m. at St. John's United ...