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100	1		_aDubourg, George, _d1799-1882
245	1	4	_aThe Violin : _bSome Account of That Leading Instrument and Its Most Eminent Professors, from Its Earliest Date to the Present Time; with Hints to Amateurs, Anecdotes, etc.
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2012
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2012-07-21
505	0		_aOrigin and early history of the violin -- The Italian School -- Paganini -- The French School -- The German School -- The English School -- Amateurs -- Female violinists -- On the construction of the violin -- Miscellaneous anecdotes, collected scraps, eccentric varieties, &c.
508			_aE-text prepared by Linda Cantoni, Turgut Dincer, Bryan Ness, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project (http://books.google.com)
520			_a"The Violin" by George Dubourg is a comprehensive account of the violin, its history, notable players, and the evolution of its prominence within music, written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the violin's origins, tracing its development from earlier string instruments, and explores the contributions of significant violinists who shaped its legacy over time. Readers can expect insights into well-known figures such as Corelli and Paganini, as well as discussions on the violin's construction and techniques that have inspired countless musicians. At the start of the book, the author outlines his intent to provide a thorough yet engaging overview of the violin. He begins with a discussion of the violin's early history, debunking various myths surrounding its origins while examining the various instruments that ultimately influenced its design and popularity. He presents a critical analysis of the "fiddle family," including the Epigonion and the Semicon, noting the historical significance and evolution of string instruments leading to what we recognize today as the modern violin. The opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the instrument's cultural impact and its artistic merit, inviting both beginners and aficionados alike to deepen their appreciation for this celebrated musical tool. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aViolinists -- Biography
653			_aViolin
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40289
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