![]() After this, the violin embraced the Classical- and Romantic period which brought about most of the currently played classical repertoire for the violin. They truly revolutionized the way classical music was played and laid the foundation for what we now have. Names like Vivaldi, Handel, Telemann, Bach and Haydn come to mind, and rightly so. Some of the first, currently renowned composers arose during the relatively early stages of the violin, during the Baroque Period. It lead to fierce rivalry between composers, trying to think of new ways to compose for the instrument, and only the absolute best withstood the test of time.Īlthough the violin itself did not change much after its initial invention, the amount of genres, styles and techniques it brought to life, is quite impressive. The amount of sheet music written for the violin is truly astounding. ![]() After the invention of the violin in the 16th century, composers quickly picked up on the amazing versatility with which one can compose music for the instrument.
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