Cello open strings

Cellists may mix different types of strings on their instruments. The pitches of the open strings are C, G, D, and A (black note heads in the playing range figure above), unless alternative tuning (scordatura) is specified by the composer.

1. What are the four open strings on a cello?
2. What is the lowest open string on the cello?
3. What are the cello strings called?

What are the four open strings on a cello?

How to Tune a Cello. The cello has four strings which are tuned in perfect fifths. The notes are: C, G, D, and A and ascend in order of pitch—with C being the lowest note and A the highest. Cellos are tuned by turning the pegs that the strings are wrapped around.

What is the lowest open string on the cello?

When all of the strings are tuned to the typical notes, the lowest note a cello can play is a C2, which is the open C string. This note has a frequency of 65.4 Hz. It is possible to play lower notes by tuning the C string lower than the C2 intended.

What are the cello strings called?

Tailgut: The cello's tailgut, or tailcord, is a string that connects the tailpiece to the endpin collar. It can be made of nylon or metal. Tailpiece: Cello strings end at the tailpiece, which connects to the bottom of the cello using a tailgut string.