Double Basses

The Double Bass plays the anchor role in the orchestra, providing a solid and usually simple but effective foundation around which the rest of the orchestra can embelish.  The Double Bass is considerably larger than the cello and thus has a much deeper, more powerful tone.  The Double Bass' unique ability to singlehandedly hold together a piece has led it into the world of popular music, most notably jazz and blues.  There are few examples of Double Bass concertos, but composers such as Bottessini and Koussevitzky have written for the instrument.

Approximate Range	3 octaves
String Tuning (low to high)	E, A, D, G
Length	188cm