H4-31: VIOLIN

ID Code: H4-31
Purpose: Demonstrate some acoustical features of the violin.
Description: Use for show or to play, as desired. Path of vibrations from the string through the bridge, back and belly of the instrument to the air can be discussed. The soundpost and its function can be described. The overtone series can be demonstrated by touching the string at 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6, etc. of the distance from one end while gently bowing.
Availability: Available

Here's something interesting: americanhistory.si.edu/collections/search/object/nmah_605653 a variant violin with two chambers, held by the Smithsonian.
Perhaps interesting for students to discuss how two resonant cavities would affect the sound of an instrument