Violins are four stringed bowed instruments which play in perfect fifths. They have a characteristic high pitch and they are the smallest in the violins family. They are referred to as fiddles if they are used to play folk or traditional music. They are played using a bow and tuning them requires people to either turn the pegs or adjust the screws. They have their roots in Italy and they have evolved over the years to get to where they are presently. They come in different sizes which vary from small to large and size varies with the age of the user. Children between the ages of three and five use the 1/16 violins. The 4/4 size violins are also known as the full size violins and they can be played by adults or children from nine years of age.
The different types of violins are the Acoustic violins which are non-electric and most suited with starters. The other type is the electric violins which use electricity and they are recommended for more experienced players. Some violins are given names according to their era. The Classical Violins are characterized by smaller heels and thinner necks. The Broque Violins had angles and necks that were shallower and the shoulder rest and chin were completely ignored. The modern violins have necks that are sharply arched, smaller and thinner wood is used and their strings are highly tuned. Other violins classifications are from their countries of origin such as Germany, Italy, china and Korea.
People who play violins are called fiddlers or violinists. Violins are used for music like jazz, rock and classical. The famous makers of violins who are given credit for coming up with these instruments are; the School of Brescia who begun their work in the 16th century,nike free run 4, the Amati Family which is composed of Italians and they did their work between 1500 to 1740. The other group is the Guarneri Family who made them actively from 1626 to 1744 and the Stradivari Family who made theirs between 1644 and 1737. These violins are still sought after by performers and collectors since they were great pieces of work. The most sought after violin is the Hammer which was made in 1707 by the Stradivari Family of Italy,ugg bailey button triplet 1873 boots.
To play violins, violinists should first tighten the bow in a way that it is not too tight and not too loose to permit for plucking. The rosin should be added to the bow and it should be changed frequently to ensure that the violins produce fine sound. The bow should be held correctly to ensure that it does not drop. Violins should be held with the chin and shoulder and fingers should be curled around the neck and relaxed. The bow should be placed halfway between the fingerboard and bridge,fake uggs. Violinist should begin playing the open strings and keep practicing till they perfect playing one string at a time. They should play the scales until the sound is harmonious and continue practicing to perfection.
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