The violin, an instrument of the stringed family of instruments, has a large contribution in the history of this world. Although the historians are not exactly sure of its origins, many believe it to have been introduced towards the late 700’s in Asia. But, the exact origin is highly debated and no historian has exact proof. Either way, the first of today’s kind of cello was not created until the fourteen hundreds. Before this time, many lookalikes existed but none like today’s violin. Some of these older models of violin-type instruments were:
The Vielle – Europe 11th century
The Rote – Europe 11th century
The Ancient Vielle – France 13th century
The Viola de Gamba – Italy 16th century
Lira de Braccio – Italy 16th century
Viola de Braccio – Italy 16th century
Vyollon – France 16th century
Violino – Italy 16th century
Viewing the list included before, it is seems as thought the Italians were the pioneers of violin-type instruments leading up to today’s violin. However, the first iteration of the word Violin was spoke in England in late 1500’s. The Italians however took it to the next level and built a form resembling today’s style in the late 1500’s. By this time, this nation took the lead on building string instruments that closely resembled the violin. Also, it is noteworthy to mention that these violins were first built with only three strings and were then built with for in the late fifteen hundreds.
After time, builders from Germany, Austria, Holland, England, Norway, and Spain jumped in the mix and by the sixteen hundreds, many European nations were involved in violin making. The construction of these wonderful instruments declined in the eighteenth century as failures in design took place. Also, the Baroque era, a time that violins were most popular in, died. Then, many did not demand this sound any longer. Many tests and experiments were performed to enhance the look but hold on to the traditional form and sound quality. There were many failures and violin sales hit a lull towards the mid 1800’s.
It was not until the nineteen thirties that manufacturers perfected the design into the classical and traditional one we know of today. The signature f-holes were conceived and included on all new model violins during the 30’s. Today, they all have the f-holes and classical scroll at the top that makes them all unique. Even if this instrument played no music at all, you cannot deny the beauty of the construction. The violin is like no other instrument and is a well-known instrument today. The violin is a very popular instrument to be learned by students of elementary and grammar schools. Although it is considered a tricky one to learn, this instrument is practiced for years so one can perfect the sound.
No matter the origin, the violin is a most beautiful addition to many bands, orchestras, and chamber groups. The harmony generated from this instrument is one in a million. Today, the violin is included in pop and rock genres sometimes with a few tunes. The violin is always experimented on by manufacturers to come out with an even better violin!
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