The word Violin comes from the Latin word Vitula, meaning "stringed instrument". "Vitula" is believed to be the source of the Germanic word Fiddle as well.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
The Fiddle: Where is it From?
Fiddling is a form of music played on the Violin. The Violin is an ancient instrument but in the 16th century was turned into what we know today as a Violin.
The word Violin comes from the Latin word Vitula, meaning "stringed instrument". "Vitula" is believed to be the source of the Germanic word Fiddle as well.
The word Violin comes from the Latin word Vitula, meaning "stringed instrument". "Vitula" is believed to be the source of the Germanic word Fiddle as well.
