Since the 18th century it has been the middle or alto voice of the violin family, between the violin (which is tuned a perfect fifth above it) and the cello (which is tuned an octave below it).

The most illustrious of several violin makers in the Bergonzi family was Carlo, born in Cremona, Italy, in 1683 (d. 1747). His training is not documented, but his early instruments show the influence ...

A Sotheby's auction is slated to sell an important musical instrument crafted by a noted violin maker later this week. It ...