The violin is perhaps one of the most recognized musical instruments in the world. Its dulcet tones and its elegant shape make it one of the most prestigious instruments ever made. But how did it get ...

Four families likely influenced violin shape over four centuries, with many imitating famous designs like Stradivarius, according to a study published October 8, 2014 in the open-access journal PLOS ...

A scientist has quantified the refined shapes of violins allowing us to hone our skills to describe the complexity and diversity among plant species, and to use its genetic basis for crop improvement.

(NEWSER) – The shape of today's violin wasn't the result of some genius's design specifications; instead, it developed over time, likely improving by chance, researchers say. As the Christian Science ...

Despite its popularity today, we still know little about the origin and evolution of the violin. As of 1780, Jean Benjamin de La Borde, court composer to King Louis XV, lamented that: “Knowing so ...