Thursday, June 18, 2009

History of Music- Stradivarius Violins

1. There are currently 609 violins, 12 violas, and 64 cellos of Antonio Stradivari

2. The Los Angeles Philharmonic has a violin made by Antonio Stradivari in 1729. This Stradivarius is what Martin Chalifour plays as concertmaster.

3. A concertmaster guides the orchestra toward an ideal sound. Their role is a mediator between the conductor and the musicians.

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