Parts Flashcards
What is the top part of a violin called?
Scroll
Which part of the violin is used to adjust the pitch of the strings?
Pegs
What is the thin piece of wood that amplifies the sound of the strings called?
Soundboard or top plate
What is the role of the bridge on a violin?
Transfers vibrations from strings to the soundboard
What part of the violin is used to hold the strings in place?
Tailpiece
What is the name of the part of the violin where the bow is drawn across the strings?
Fingerboard
Which part of the violin is used to adjust the tension of the strings?
Fine tuners
What is the lower part of a violin called?
Chinrest
What is the name of the part of the violin that holds the strings in place at the bottom end?
Tailpiece
What is the component of a violin that helps to amplify and project the sound?
Soundpost
Which part of the violin is used to protect the player’s chin from the chinrest?
Chinrest cover
What is the name of the part of the violin that holds the strings in place at the top end?
Nut
What is the purpose of the chinrest on a violin?
Provides support and comfort for the player
What is the name of the part of the violin that supports the strings and transmits vibrations to the body?
Bridge
Which part of the violin is used to protect the player’s neck from the tailpiece?
Tailpiece cover
