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    Violins
    Violins
    Violins
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    Violins

    By Pamela K. Harris

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    A very simple introduction to violins, their history, what they sound like, what they look like, and how they are played. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and sidebars, sources for further research including websites, an index, and an introduction to the author.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherThe Child's World
    Release dateAug 1, 2019
    ISBN9781503838505
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