Viola da gamba

Pronunciation: /vaɪˈoʊɫə ˈdɑ ˈɡæmbə/

Viola da gamba (noun)

  1. A historical string instrument played with a bow, held between the legs, with frets and usually six or seven strings.
  2. A member of a family of bowed instruments used in Renaissance and Baroque music, often in ensembles and solo works.

Examples

  • The viola da gamba produces a warm, deep sound.
  • A player holds the viola da gamba between the knees.