String Instruments

Perhaps one of the widely played instruments today, string instruments appear across a variety of music genres from classical music to pop. If you are curious to explore the versatility of string instruments or simply want to upgrade your current one, take a look at our assortment below and pick the one you love.

Best selections for true violin aficionados

Current research shows that playing a string instrument, such as violin or cello, comes with many physical benefits. First and foremost, learning how to play a stringed instrument has proved to have significant impact on developing motor skills both in adults and in children. For children, it is a remarkable way to build motor functions, as it promotes a sense of motor coordination and dexterity. For adults, picking up violin is considered to be a great way of strengthening weak joints, particularly through the speed and pressure applied while using the bow. For both age groups, playing a string instrument has also shown to promote a healthy posture. Existing studies point out that learning a string instrument like violin or cello has a positive impact on enhancing one's memory and the ability to focus, as well.

In order to enable all age groups to take advantage of the benefits of learning a stringed instrument, Viking offers a wide array of violin selections. If you are looking for the perfect violin that will allow you to comfortably enjoy the music, go ahead and browse through our extensive variety in sizes, ranging from 1/8 to full size violins. All varnished in a traditional and natural tone, the violins come complete with a wooden bow and a block of rosin so that you can start practicing straight away.

Looking to learn a string instrument, but not sure about violin? Then take a look at another highly cherished string instrument in our acoustic and electric guitars section, and decide which one is a better fit for you!