Stupid String Terms

Question 1

Arco

Answer 1

With the bow (after “pizz.”)

Question 2

Pizzicato (pizz.)

Answer 2

Pluck the string with the figer

Question 3

Portamento

Answer 3

Smooth gliding between notes

Question 4

Sul ponticello (suk pont.)

Answer 4

Bow on/near the bridge

Question 5

Sul tasto

Answer 5

Bow on/near the fretboard

Question 6

Tremolo

Answer 6

Bowing very rapidly on each note for a wavering effect