The violin, one of the string group, has deep roots in the history of the world. Although nobody can say for sure, many believe it to have been introduced towards the late 8th century in Asia. But, this is highly debated and nobody knows for sure. Either way, the first of today's kind of cello was not developed until the fourteen hundreds. Before this time, many hybrids were seen but not like the 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

Looking at the list above, it is clear to see that Italy was a major nation of violin-type instruments before the major overhaul of the violin. But, the first speaking of the word Violin happened in England in the fifteen hundreds. The Italians though took it further by building the closest form of today's violin. By this time, this nation took the lead on this style of instruments. 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 1600's, many European manufacturers got involved in the craft. The construction of this gorgeous music maker declined in the 18th century as nobody was able to expand upon the design. Also, the Baroque era, a time in music that these instruments were used in, died. Then, many did not demand this sound any longer. Many tests and trials were done to enhance the look but hold on to the traditional form and sound quality. There were many experiments that did not fit the bill and violin sales dropped substantially in the eighteen hundreds.

It was not until the first quarter of the 20th century 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.

Whenever the birth, the violin is the perfect addition to many bands, orchestras, and chamber groups. The harmony generated from this instrument is one in a million. Today, it is included in American top-40 and rock music at times with some songs. The violin is always experimented on by manufacturers to create the world's finest violin!

The violin, one of the string group, has deep roots in the history of our world. Although the historians are not exactly sure of its origins, many believe this instrument to have been created as far back as the late 700's in Asia. But, the exact origin is highly debated and nobody knows for sure. Either way, the first of today's kind of cello was not created until the 15th century. Before this time, there were many like it but none that looked like the violin today. 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 above, it is seems as thought the Italians were the pioneers of violin-type instruments before the major overhaul of the violin. However, the first iteration of the word Violin was spoke in England in late 1500's. The Italians though are known for building the closest instrument to the modern day violin. By this time, Italians took the lead on building string instruments that closely resembled the violin. Also, it is vital to point out that these violins were first built with only three strings and were then built with for in the late fifteen hundreds.

After time, makers from Germany, Austria, Holland, England, Norway, and Spain got involved and by the 17th century, many European manufacturers got involved in the craft. The construction of these wonderful instruments declined in the 1700's as nobody was able to expand upon the design. In addition, the Baroque era, a time in music that these instruments were used in, died. Therefore, many did not desire the harmonious sounds that violins offered. Many tests and trials were done to enhance the look but hold on to the existing shape and sound quality. There were a lot of failing and violin sales hit a lull towards the mid 1800's.

It was not until the first quarter of the 20th century 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 concerts, orchestras, and chamber groups. The harmony generated from this instrument is beautiful. Today, it is included in pop and rock even with certain melodies. The violin is always experimented on by manufacturers to perfect this gorgeous stringed music maker!