*Viola* - The viola looks very similar to the violin, however it is larger. It is played in a similar fashion to the violin, but it is a deeper sounding instrument. It also has four strings, which are the C, G, D, and A strings. Most orchestras have one viola section. A person who plays the viola is referred to as a violist.

*Cello* - The cello is a larger instrument than both the violin and the viola. It also has a deeper sound. It is played by standing the instrument on the floor and placing the cello between one's legs. Similar to the violin and viola, the cello is played by drawing a bow across the strings. The stings on a cello are C, D, G, and A. Most orchestras have one section of cellos. A person who plays the cello is referred to as a cellist.

*Double Bass* - The double bass is the largest stringed instrument in an orchestra. It has the lowest pitch of all four of the stringed instruments described here. It is played by standing the instrument on the floor and drawing a bow across the strings. Unlike a cello, the double bass is played by standing behind it or sitting on a tall stool because of the large size of the instrument. The strings on a double bass are E, A, D, and G. Most orchestras have one double bass section. A person who plays the double bass is referred to as a bassist.

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