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Violin
The violin is the smallest member of the strings family. It is the most commonly played string instrument and features largely in orchestras. This category contains questions about the violin.
1,195 Questions
What is the value of a violin bow marked made in occupied japan?
Very little, I'm afraid. As it has no specific brand (like Stentor, Zeller or Yamaha, etc) then people are not likely to buy it over any other options. If it is in perfect condition then you may get £20 if you're lucky. Answer: I don't know, but occupied japan means that it was made in the 1950's or 1940's when people occupied Japan after World War 2.
What does the leader of the violin do?
I'm assuming that you mean the concertmaster, or the person in the first chair of the first violin section in an orchestra. The concertmaster is the most violinist in the orchestra and leads the section. He makes decisions about bowings, fingerings, and playing style for the 1st violins. In a concert, the concertmaster emerges just before the concert begins and takes a bow on behalf of the orchestra. He also leads the orchestra in turning and is responsible for playing solo sections in orchestral music.
What language does the name of the instrument known as a violin come from?
From the Italian word violino, a diminutive of viola.
How can you determine if your Straduarius 1777 violin has any value?
If you have a Stradavarius, you should know this. All of his instruments are worth a lot of money.
Are there any popular music groups that might use the violin?
There are Zox, Operator Please, Yellow Card, Doll Factory. Bond is an Australian/British band that specialises in classical 'cross over'
What types of instroments are the violin cello viola piano?
The cello, viola, violin, and piano are all stringed instruments. Although the piano is also a percussion instrument since you use your fingers to assist causing sound.
I've never played any sheng liu instruments, but i wouldn't recommend it.
Are the yinfente electric violins any good?
Yes. I love the one with the guitar head look-a-like
It always stays in tune
Would it be easy to play the violin without knowing the notes?
no not really i guess you could make up a song but you wouldn't know what notes you were playing and it wouldn't sound as good as a written song but it is really easy to learn how to play the violin
Why did whoever invented the violin invent the violin?
The VIOLIN, VIOLA & CELLO developed from medieval instruments called VIOLS which came in a number of sizes. By the 17th Century, composers were writing specifically for members of the VIOLIN family as their sound was clearer, sweeter and LOUDER!
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Who is the most famous artist that played the violin?
Historically, it is said to be Nicolo Paganini (1782-1840) who's skill was so enormous on the instrument, that some thought he had made a contract with Satan
Which finger do you place a thimble on?
are you sure this is a music question? i sewing thimble goes on your thumb
First of all, you don't mail one. Stringed instruments are far too delicate to be transported by any commercial shipping carrier. You would want to either hire an instrument currior or take the instrument there yourself. If not the person you are sending the instrument to could open the case to find a total disaster inside, including a dislodged sound post, a crushed bridge or heaven forbid a broken back or face.
If you absolutely have to ship your violin using a carrier, take the following steps:
1. Loosen the bow to the point that the hair looks like it is going to fall out. This is especially important if the instrument is going to be flown as differing air pressures can cause the bow to become taught
2. Loosen the strings a tad. Roughly a quarter turn for each string. This will help reduce the pressure placed on the face and back of the instrument during transit.
3. be sure to wrap the instrument in plenty of insulation such as a towel, and then place it securely in the instrument case.
4. Take the case to a reputable shipper, prefferably one that has expirience shipping musical instruments. And have them provide you with packaging to place the case in. Be sure to have them place fragile stickers on the packaging and make sure the instrument does not stay in temperatures below 32 degrees f (0 degrees c) for more than a few hours as this can damage the instrument. Freezing water can cause cracks in the wood and split seams in the instrument itself.
Is it better to clean a butcher block with soap and water or use a solution of vinegar and water?
vinegar & water definitely cause it gets rid of a lot of germs. u could use detol lol.
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On my plastic and wooden cutting boards. I use dish detergent and hot water to loosen any grease. I follow this up with a 10% bleach to 90% water mix in a spray bottle. If hospitals use it to kill the aids virus, it should kill anything on my cutting boards. if there is a bleach odor, just wash with dish soap one more time
Is it true that piano notes are the same as violin notes?
yep! all you have to do is know where the right keys are piano is A LOT eaiser if you played the violin
Yes, I've been plying 4 instruments at a time
What are the 4 notes of rue's whistle on violin?
The notes are: G(on the D string), B flat (on the A string), open A, and open D.
What do you do when your 98 Nissan Maxima vibrates and makes weird noises?
My 1996 Nissan Maxima started making weird noises, first it sounded like something was loose. The sounds were coming from the front tire area. I continued to drive the car for while and the noices just got worse. I was driving 50mph and it felt like the tires were going to fall off! I discovered the front L&R Stutts were shot! I had it fixed and now smooth as ever. Not sure if your weird noices are the same as my weird noises.
