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FocusThe evolution of violin bow hold
From the awkward grips of the past to the relaxed approach of today, the bow hold has come a long way. Globalisation has a lot to do with it, says John Krakenberger
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DebateNew research into the development of violin f-holes is simplistic at best
The theory that the shape of Italian violin f-holes came about by 'accidental fluctuations' ignores a number of well-known facts, argues Stewart Pollens
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NewsViolin sound and design developed by accident, say researchers
The evolution of f-hole shape and back plate thickness are likely the result of small errors in the copying process
