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Four strings tuned in perfect fifths (G3, D4, A4, E5).

A standard violin consists of more than , primarily spruce for the top and maple for the back and sides. Watch Violine

The modern violin emerged in . It evolved from earlier bowed instruments like the medieval fiddle and the lira da braccio . Throughout the 19th century, structural modifications—such as a more slender neck and increased string tension—were made to produce the stronger, more brilliant tones required for larger concert halls. Learning & Resources Four strings tuned in perfect fifths (G3, D4, A4, E5)

A small wooden piece that holds strings aloft and transfers vibrations from the strings to the hollow body. It evolved from earlier bowed instruments like the

Openings on the top plate that allow sound to project outward.

Typically made of wood and strung with horsehair , which is coated in rosin to create friction and produce sound when drawn across strings. How It Works