The
violin is the "small" of the orchestra family. It has 4 strings, and is
held under your chin on the left side - even if you're right handed! It is
the instrument with the highest pitch.
The
violin is the "small" of the orchestra family. It has 4 strings, and is
held under your chin on the left side - even if you're right handed! It is
the instrument with the highest pitch.
Anyone of any size or shape can play the violin!
Check out this website for more cool information about violins: http://www.dsokids.com/2001/dso.asp?PageID=152
Some famous violinists:
Albert Einstein (he also played piano)
Meryl Streep (famous actress)
Benjamin Franklin
2 American Presidents (can you guess which ones?)