The violin itself evolved from medieval fiddles, and came into a distinct form by the 15th century (most violins today are copies after either Stradivarius or Amati, the latter being active as a violinmaker in the 16th century), becoming the most popular virtuoso instrument in Europe by the 1660s. Today, the violin not only remains an indispensable feature of western classical music, but has found its way into various forms of classical and folk music around the world as well as various other genres. In fact, the violin is present in the most prestigious musical groups in the world. Imagine an instrument with such humble beginnings becoming such an important mainstay of modern classical music.
Our daughter started to learn the violin at primary school, you can't imagine the relief when she gave it up and started the flute after a year of screeching noise
I packed it in after two years, when I found out that my teacher hadn't noticed the issue with my having been given a left handed chin rest though playing right handed ... For the uninitiated , this makes the necessary placing of your left elbow directly below the instrument's "neck" well nigh on impossible, leaving you to twist and wring your left arm like a wet flannel .... I won't be celebrating today. When is saxophone day?
Bought a Stradivarius off Eb+@ only £20 at first I thought it was a fiddle so emailed the seller he said it was genuine is there a catch I asked like future payments? No he said no strings attached Paid him it arrives tomorrow can't wait
Both of you can pick up your coats on your way out. I'm not allowed to try and play my fiddle if anyone's at home.
