viola da gamba

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Noun viola da gamba has 1 sense

viola da gamba, bass viol - viol that is the bass member of the viol family with approximately the range of the cello
--₁ is a kind of viol

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Viola da Gamba

Description:

A viola da gamba, also known simply as a gamba, is a stringed musical instrument belonging to the viol family. It has six or seven strings and is played vertically like a cello. The viola da gamba was popular during the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

Senses:

Popular sense - Renaissance and Baroque musical instrument
Local sense - Vertically played stringed instrument related to the viol family

Sample sentences:

She played the viola da gamba beautifully during the concert, showcasing its rich tones.
The local musician introduced me to the unique sound of the viola da gamba played in our village.
I enjoy listening to Renaissance compositions written for the viola da gamba.