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The Violin

The Making of MusicSeries 1
Episode 12 of 30

Design of the violin was perfected in Cremona around 1700. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music.

James Naughtie presents a series chronicling the historical influences that affected the course of classical music.

12/30. The Violin.

The design and production of the violin were perfected in Cremona around 1700. The music of Antonio Vivaldi established the instrument's popularity.

Read by Laurence Fox.

15 minutes

Last on

Wed 19 Sep 201802:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Tue 19 Jun 200715:45
    BBC Radio 4 FM
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