Armistice Day is celebrated on November 11th to commemorate the day that World War I allies signed an agreement with Germany to end the fighting. The agreement was signed by German, French, and British representatives, at 5:00am on the morning of November 11th, 1918. The Armistice itself began 6 hours later at 11:00am.
The cello (/ËtÊÉloÊ/ CHEL-oh; plural cellos or celli) or violoncello (/ËvaÉªÉlÉnËtÊÉloÊ/ VY-É-lÉn-CHEL-oh; [vjolonËtÊÉllo]) is a bowed string instrument with four strings tuned in perfect fifths. It is a member of the violin family of musical instruments, which also includes the violin and viola. The cello is used as a solo musical instrument, as well as in chamber music ensembles, string orchestras, as a member of the string section of symphony orchestras, and some rock bands. It is the second-largest bowed string instrument in the modern symphony orchestra, the double bass being the largest.
Also, holes shaped like the letter âfâ are on the front of the cello, and these holes play an integral role in the celloâs sound. A decoration known as âpurflingâ helps preserve the integrity of the cello, helping to protect the instrument from weathering damage and cracks. The Neck and Strings of the Cello. The neck of the cello extends above the huge body. Attached to the neck is the fingerboard and various other parts to fashion the strings on. Cellists can choose from a wide array of strings, mostly made of metallic materials wound around a gut, metal, or synthetic core.