Violin
Violin, viola, and cello were first made in the early 16th century, in Italy. The two earliest violin makers in recorded history are both from northern Italy: Andre Amati from Cremona and Gasparo di Bertolotti from Salon (Gasparo di Salon). Since their invention, instruments in the violin family have seen a number of changes. The overall pattern for the instrument was set in the 17th century by luthiers like the prolific Amati family, Jakob Stainer of the Tyrol, and Antonio Stradivari, with many makers at the time and since following their templates.
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The violin quickly became very popular, both among street-musicians and the nobility. Whether sounding sweet or sad, playful or somber, the violin’s ability to evoke almost any mood has helped take it all the way to the top and is often referred to as the “concertmaster“.
Benefits of playing Violin
- A Sense of Belonging: Many adolescents benefit from learning the violin because of the social belonging it provides. Playing in an orchestra requires group coordination, attention, and uniform dress, which can be a vast relief from the constant pressures and anxiety of being a teenager.
- An Emotional Outlet: Nothing touches the emotional chords better than the violin. It offers the opportunity to release your feelings, something that teens can sometimes find very difficult to do in a constructive manner.
- Improved Posture: Today’s sedentary lifestyle leaves many adults with unhealthy spines and terrible, pain-inducing posture. Playing the violin calls for exemplary posture. Learning how to stand properly while playing can translate to improved posture all the time.
- More College Choice: Proficiency in music education and appreciation, like violin, can often provide that extra something that college Admissions boards look for
- Sensory Development: Long-term high level musical training has a broader impact than previously thought. Researchers found that musicians have an enhanced ability to integrate sensory information from hearing, touch, and sight.
- Better Overall Mental Function and Health: Experts agree that musical training improves: reading skills, language processing, speech, and a variety of brain functions. In December 2014, the Journal of American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry released Dr. James Hudziak’s how playing a violin can develop the brain and help children battle psychological disorders.
Violin, viola, and cello were first made in the early 16th century, in Italy. The two earliest violin makers in recorded history are both from northern Italy: Andre Amati from Cremona and Gasparo di Bertolotti from Salon (Gasparo di Salon). Since their invention, instruments in the violin family have seen a number of changes. The overall pattern for the instrument was set in the 17th century by luthiers like the prolific Amati family, Jakob Stainer of the Tyrol, and Antonio Stradivari, with many makers at the time and since following their templates.
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The violin quickly became very popular, both among street-musicians and the nobility. Whether sounding sweet or sad, playful or somber, the violin’s ability to evoke almost any mood has helped take it all the way to the top and is often referred to as the “concertmaster“.
Benefits of playing Violin
- A Sense of Belonging: Many adolescents benefit from learning the violin because of the social belonging it provides. Playing in an orchestra requires group coordination, attention, and uniform dress, which can be a vast relief from the constant pressures and anxiety of being a teenager.
- An Emotional Outlet: Nothing touches the emotional chords better than the violin. It offers the opportunity to release your feelings, something that teens can sometimes find very difficult to do in a constructive manner.
- Improved Posture: Today’s sedentary lifestyle leaves many adults with unhealthy spines and terrible, pain-inducing posture. Playing the violin calls for exemplary posture. Learning how to stand properly while playing can translate to improved posture all the time.
- More College Choice: Proficiency in music education and appreciation, like violin, can often provide that extra something that college Admissions boards look for
- Sensory Development: Long-term high level musical training has a broader impact than previously thought. Researchers found that musicians have an enhanced ability to integrate sensory information from hearing, touch, and sight.
- Better Overall Mental Function and Health: Experts agree that musical training improves: reading skills, language processing, speech, and a variety of brain functions. In December 2014, the Journal of American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry released Dr. James Hudziak’s how playing a violin can develop the brain and help children battle psychological disorders.
