Composers use stringed instruments in so many different ways, so you always have a big variety of things to play.
Composers use stringed instruments in so many different ways, so you always have a big variety of things to play. You can play any of the stringed instruments in many different types of ensembles. Imagine playing in a big symphony orchestra, or in a string quartet at a wedding, or in a rock band...the possibilities are endless.
All you have to do is watch any 2 videos on YouTube featuring a violin, viola, cello or bass to see how cool they are.
By fostering a diversity of music programmes, we are able to encourage students to consider pathways that reflect their individuality and will provide them with a range of musical opportunities that could lead to a lifelong involvement in music.
Which instrument would you like to learn - click on each picture to discover instruments in each area, and discover where you might end up playing them...
As a bass guitarist you are part of the rhythm section, the back bone of any Band.
The double bass is the largest and lowest sounding instrument in the string family and is a very versatile instrument which is used extensively in classical and jazz music and can also be heard in popular music.
Learning an instrument is the brains equivalent of a full body work out. The earlier you start the bigger the benefits. These include increased memory, problem solving and literacy.
The Goodtime Music Academy curriculum has been developed by professional musicians and teachers
Jacqui Nyman is a performing and teaching freelance musician based in Wellington. She began playing guitar at five years old, bass guitar at eleven and holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance in guitar from the New Zealand School of Music.
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