viola da gamba

Noun

Meaning

viola da gamba (plural viola da gambas or viole da gamba)

(music) Synonym of viol

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

gamba cello double bass bass viol archlute violoncello theorbo

Examples

Currently, the term "viola da gamba" without qualification generally refers to the bass viol. Source: Internet

Currently, the term "viola da gamba" without qualification generally refers to the tenor viol. Source: Internet

It is common enough (and justifiable) today for modern players of the viola da gamba to call their instruments violas and likewise to call themselves violists. Source: Internet

They are studied and copied by violin makers, contributing to the extension of the general knowledge we have on the viola da gamba, its forms, and the different techniques used for its manufacture. Source: Internet

The bass viola da gamba continued to be used into the 18th century as a solo instrument (and to complement the harpsichord in basso continuo ). Source: Internet

Instruments that share features with both the bass violin and the viola da gamba appear in Italian art of the early 16th century. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

viola conspersa viola cornuta viola d'amore viola di bordone Viola hirsutula viola ocellata