Violin

Violin

The violin is a string instrument, usually with four strings tuned in perfect fifths. It is the smallest, highest-pitched member of the violin family of string instruments, which also includes the viola and cello.

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    “Life is like playing a violin solo in public and learning the instrument as one goes on.”
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    Only forgotten showtunes, but argues
    The possibility of free declamation anchored
    To a dull refrain....”
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