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Stradivari's relatively early success in his career may have allowed him to use a more experimental approach to violin building. [39] In fact, Stradivari's early career is marked by wide experimentation, and his instruments during this period are generally considered of a lesser quality than his later work. [40]
The Le Brun Stradivarius of 1712 is a violin made by Italian luthier Antonio Stradivari of Cremona (1644–1737). It is the only violin from Stradivari’s golden period [1] known to have been owned and played by the violinist Niccolò Paganini.
Janine Jansen: Falling for Stradivari follows Dutch musician Janine Jansen as she learns more about Stradivarius violins. The documentary, directed by Gerry Fox, follows Jansen as she prepares for a one-of-a-kind show with twelve of the most beautiful Stradivari violins in the world. Each one has its unique history and sound.
The Jupiter, ex-Goding Stradivarius is a violin constructed in 1722 by the famous luthier Antonio Stradivari of Cremona. It is one of only 700 extant Stradivari instruments in the world today. The Jupiter is owned by the Nippon Music Foundation. [1]
The Jupiter Stradivarius is a violin constructed in 1700 by luthier Antonio Stradivari of Cremona. It is one of only 700 extant Stradivari instruments in the world today. The Jupiter was once owned and played by virtuoso violinist Giovanni Battista Viotti. The Jupiter Strad is an instrument used as a pattern for violin makers.
In Stradivari's time violas came in two sizes, tenor and alto. Tenor violas have become largely obsolete, whereas alto has become the standard voicing for violas. There were originally two violas in the Medici set, the other being an alto: the two instruments appear to have become separated in the late 18th century.
The Lauterbach Stradivarius of 1719 is an antique violin fabricated by Italian luthier, Antonio Stradivari of Cremona (1644–1737). The instrument derives its name from previous owner, German virtuoso, Johann Christoph Lauterbach.
In the case of the Palatinos, Stradivari intended to present them to the king of Spain but was not able to do so during his lifetime. An ensemble of 2 violins, a viola and a cello is what is referred to in classical music as a string quartet, and many works have been written for this combination since the 18th century.