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Open strings

When and under what circumstances will strings players use 'open strings'

I am getting stuck in my theory past paper.

Re: Open strings

Reply #1 –
(geez it's been long since I post here...)

Whenever they have chords that include notes that can be open, whenever the score tells them and whenever they seek more sound.

Re: Open strings

Reply #2 –
I often compose pieces that ask for open strings, because I like the sound of open strings sometimes.
 

Re: Open strings

Reply #3 –
Also, if the instrument is in-tune, open strings
allow the player to check his/her intonation.