What is pizzicato?
Q: What is pizzicato?
A: Pizzicato is a method of playing string instruments by plucking the strings.
Q: Which instruments are usually played with a bow?
A: Instruments such as the violin, viola, cello and double bass are usually played with a bow.
Q: How do composers indicate that a player should pluck instead of bow?
A: Composers indicate that a player should pluck instead of bow by writing the word "pizzicato" or "pizz" in the music.
Q: What is the Italian word for bow?
A: The Italian word for bow is "arco".
Q: How is the word "arco" used in music notation?
A: The word "arco" is written in the music to indicate that the player has to play with the bow again.
Q: Can a string instrument be played exclusively using pizzicato?
A: Yes, a string instrument can be played exclusively using pizzicato if the composer indicates this in the music.
Q: What is the difference between playing with a bow and playing pizzicato?
A: Playing with a bow produces a sustained, legato sound, while playing pizzicato produces a short, staccato sound.
