First Brac

Usually plays the lead or melody part in an orchestration, similar to the first violin in a symphony. Tuned exactly one octave lower than the first prim, it produces a deeper and softer tone.

Second Brac

Usually plays the second or harmony part to the first brac, voiced like the second violin in a symphony. Like the first and second prims, the first string of the first and second brac are tuned to G.

Third Brac

"Rounds out" the harmony arrangement of an orchestration. Plays counter-melodies and sometimes doubles on the cello part. Adds depth and fullness to an ensemble. Its first string is tuned to D and produces a deeper sound than the first and second brac. Comparable to the viola in a symphony.