string player
Noun
Meaning
string player (plural string players)
a musician who plays a string instrument, one where a bow is used, often in an orchestra.
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Examples
It's not too difficult to find a string player who really sings on his instrument, but it's very rare to find a string player who speaks on his instrument.
Bowed string instrument technique Practical implications If a string player has to play pizzicato for a long period of time, the performer may put down the bow.
Sul tasto instructs a string player to bow near or over the fingerboard to produce a less brilliant sound.