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Structural features of the contrabass

The contrabass is from the violin family and is a bowed string instrument that is similar to the cello in terms of the way it is played so that it is placed on the floor and between the player's legs. It's sound is the lowest sound among stringed instruments in the world. Like other instruments of this family, the contrabass also consists of four main parts, i.e. handle, strings, resonating bowl, and bow. The total length of the instrument is about one meter and 80 centimeters. The number of strings is four (there are also examples of 5 strings of this instrument) and the resonating bowl is wooden and pear-shaped. The bow is also made of horse hair and is used for this instrument in two French or German models. The contrabass strings are tuned the opposite of the violin. This instrument is used in orchestras to create depth and weight in the pieces. Due to the high power of the sound of this instrument, solo pieces are rarely written for it and it is usually used together with other instruments. One of the main problems of this instrument is its excessive size, which makes it difficult to move around. Paul Chambers and James Jamerson can be mentioned among the most famous contrabass players in the world.

Music in Hamburg

From classical and electronic festivals to music history, and from live concerts to club music culture, there is much to discover in Hamburg music. The first European public opera house opened in Hamburg in 1678, and great classical musicians such as Brahms and Teleman lived in the city. The Elbphilharmonie Hamburg Concert Hall, a unique cultural landmark, is built in Hamburg's urban boundaries. Hamburg is the gateway to the world of music: It was in the St. Pauli area in the 1960s that the Beatles established their global professional foundations. Numerous music festivals in and around Hamburg, unique venues, and collections of sounds create a unique music experience. Hamburg breathes music, and this can be felt in the city's numerous clubs around Ripperbane, in musicals, in concert halls, as well as in the city's outdoor events.