From Bach to Beethoven, the masters of music have been inspired by the cello for centuries. With its gorgeous sound and remarkable shape, it is a staple of symphony orchestras the world over. From where did this amazing instrument originate, and where is it going? Read on for just a sample of the storied history …
The first thing you’ll notice about a string instrument is that it’s constructed of wood, carbon fibre, or other material, so why is it called a string instrument? The body of string instruments are made of various types of carbon fibre or wood and are hollow inside to allow sound to vibrate within them, but …
The history of the violin is full of culture and musicians from the past hundreds of years. Most historians agree that the violin as we know it today originated in northern Italy in the early 16th century, in a region that would continue the violin-making legacy for generations to come. String instruments and violin-related musical …
