• Posture and Balance
• Steps for Establishing the Proper Violin and Viola Stance
• Typical Problems with Standing Posture
• Addressing Posture Problems with Students
• Standing Posture for Double Bass
• Sitting Posture for Cellists
• Sitting Posture for Violinists and Violists

Standing Posture for Double Bass

Double bassists should stand with their feet shoulder width apart, With their weight balanced between the two legs. The endpin of the instrument needs to be adjusted so the bassist can stand fully lengthened. Adjustment of the endpin is discussed in the section on Sizing.

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