What are string instruments?
Orchestral string instruments are made from different kinds of wood with nylon or steel strings added. They can be played by plucking or bowing across the strings. The bow is made from the hair from horses' tails. String players gain many skills as each arm is doing something different - one arm bows when one is fingering the instrument.
On the following pages you'll find all the string instruments we have available for you to play through the Rochdale Music Service. If you wish to learn an alternative string instrument, get in touch and we'll try to accommodate you.
A student taking a violin lesson.