Abstract

In the 18th century, the double bass was used as a basis to create the rhythmic and harmonic structure in the orchestra. The deep voice of the double bass was successful in expressing the rhythmic elements while creating the basic notes of harmony. The fact that the size of the double bass is larger than other instruments has limited the performance techniques on the instrument. Difficulties in the performance of the instrument had bad effects on the double bass in history, and the popularity of the instrument decreased. In order for the double bass to regain its popularity, its performance techniques needed to be developed and it should exhibit the expected performance. The development of the structure of the instrument and the advances in string technologies have significantly affected the developments in performance. As a result of the changes in the tuning system, the formation of the most suitable tuning system for double bass has led to relaxation in the direction of performance. As a result of the opening of double bass classes in music schools and the emergence of methods for the training of the instrument, master double bassists were trained. Contrabassists who mastered the performance of instruments inspired composers and led to the writing of more solo works for the instrument. In this study, the reasons for the difficulties in performing the double bass were investigated and the factors in overcoming these difficulties were examined. In this context, the literature review method was used to determine the factors in the performance of the double bass. International publications were scanned and internet resources were used.