Some people think that stringed instruments are the loveliest-sounding part of the orchestra. Violins, violas, cellos, and double basses have
rich, expressive tones created by the friction of a horsehair bow
moving across a string. Players can change the sound of their
instruments by adjusting their finger positions on the strings as well as
by altering the speed and pressure of the bow, allowing a vast range of
different musical sounds and moods.
Woodwinds and brass instruments are equally appreciated. These
instruments are played by blowing into specialized mouthpieces - the
vibrations of the air within the instruments create sound. Like singing,
playing a wind instrument involves the player's own lungs and facial
muscles, creating a deep sense of connection between the player and
the sound; expert players can control their instruments as precisely as
master athletes perform their sports,
Which statement best summarizes two central ideas of the text?