Inside a Violin

• (If using in class, first show the image without the title): What do you think this is? Why?
• This is the inside of a violin. Are there any features you recognise?
• Where do you think the violin is? Why?
• What does it sound like inside a violin?
• Does this violin have an owner?
• Has it been played much?
• Does the violin have a favourite piece of music? Music link: Famous classical pieces. Interview a violinist – what is their favourite piece to play?
• Music link: What would it look like inside other instruments? Make predictions and have a look if possible.

Credit: Adrian Borda