violin
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Their programs were not principally drill-and-kill exercises, but extended to mathematics, English composition, geography, history, and music — piano, violin, and choral programs.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
When a violin string is plucked, it produces a main tone along with a series of overtones.
From Science Daily • May 19, 2026
Lampenius, a classical concert violinist, obtained permission to play her instrument - a 19th Century Gagliano violin - live on stage.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
Type A parents not only burned themselves out, they burned out their kids who had no interest in, say, taking their violin hobby pro.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
A crowd of neighbors, including Mr. Jones the postman and Mr. Ritchie the Christmas tree guy, stopped in, along with Mr. Van Hooten, who pulled out his violin and started playing holiday music.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
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Musical Instruments - Introductory
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