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The use of shoulder rests among violinists has sparked a longstanding debate within the music community. Advocates argue that shoulder rests provide comfort and stability, while detractors contend that they inhibit freedom of movement and hinder sound production.

The violin, with its timeless elegance and emotive resonance, owes much of its charm not just to its iconic shape and melodious strings, but also to a vital companion: the bow.

"What makes a good violin?" I believe every violin enthusiast has their own standards, but like a beauty pageant, there are universal standards for what constitutes "good."  Eight basic scoring criteria for violin In the International "Triennale" Violin Making Competition Antonio Stradivari held in Italy every three years, there are eight clear criteria for...

The tonal characteristics of the violin are primarily determined by two aspects: craftsmanship and skill level. This article categorizes them into three types – "cool," "warm," and "intermediate" tones. It then explores their relevance to the expressive intentions of the violin, particularly delving into the relationship with microtonal frequency spectrum music.

Dear violin lovers, Valentine's Day is coming, let us feel the warmth of love together in the melodious melody of the online violin. To make your Valentine's Day even more special, we have carefully prepared a Valentine's Day activity guide for you.