Publisher's Synopsis
The Ancestry of the Violin: Part 1, The Origin of the Violin; Part 2, The Welsh Crwth is a book written by Edward Heron Allen and first published in 1882. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part exploring the history and origins of the violin, and the second part focusing specifically on the Welsh crwth, a traditional stringed instrument.In the first part of the book, Allen delves into the early history of stringed instruments, tracing their development from ancient times through the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance. He discusses the various instruments that preceded the violin, including the lyre, the rebec, and the vielle, and explores the ways in which these instruments influenced the development of the violin.The second part of the book is devoted to the Welsh crwth, a unique instrument that was popular in Wales from the medieval period through the 18th century. Allen provides a detailed history of the crwth, including its construction, playing techniques, and repertoire. He also compares the crwth to other stringed instruments of the time, such as the harp and the fiddle.Throughout the book, Allen draws on his extensive knowledge of music history and theory to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the ancestry of the violin. The Ancestry of the Violin is an important work for anyone interested in the history of music and the development of stringed instruments.Being A Discourse Delivered At The Freemasons������� Tavern On Friday, June 2, 1882, To The Sette Of Odd Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
