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| Author: | Michael Lloyd [ Mon May 12, 2008 9:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: making 1/16 violin |
Hi agapetos, Here's some information from the "wikipedia" regarding violin sizes. "Sizes Children typically use smaller string instruments than adults. Violins are made in so-called "fractional" sizes for young students: Apart from full-size (4/4) violins, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/10, 1/16, and even 1/32-sized instruments exist. Extremely small sizes were developed, along with the Suzuki program for violin students as young as 3 years old. Finely-made fractional sized violins, especially smaller than 1/2 size, are extremely rare or nonexistent. Such small instruments are typically intended for beginners needing a rugged violin, and whose rudimentary technique does not justify the expense of a more carefully made one. These fractional sizes have nothing to do with the actual dimensions of an instrument; in other words, a 3/4-sized instrument is not three-quarters the length of a full size instrument. The body length (not including the neck) of a "full-size" or 4/4 violin is about 14 inches (35 cm), smaller in some 17th century models. A 3/4 violin is about 13 inches (33 cm), and a 1/2 size is approximately 12 inches (30 cm). With the violin's closest family member, the viola, size is specified as body length in inches or centimetres rather than fractional sizes. A "full-size" viola averages 16 inches (40 cm). Occasionally, an adult with a small frame may use a so-called "7/8" size violin instead of a full-size instrument. Sometimes called a "lady's violin", these instruments are slightly shorter than a full size violin, but tend to be high-quality instruments capable of producing a sound that is comparable to fine full size violins. Violin sizes are not standardized and dimensions vary slightly between makers." For further information you can visit the following site: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Violin If you’re thinking of making a violin may I suggest the "Art of Violin Making" by Chris Johnson. An excellent book but it can be expensive. Regards, |
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