The violin is one of the most user-friendly musical instruments because it comes with varying sizes to suit the age of the player. Here are the various sizes and types of violins:
Sizes of Violins
- 1/16 - Suitable for young children age 3 to five years old. with an arm length of 14 to 15 3/8 inches.
- 1/10 - Also for young musicians age 3 to 5 years old, with an arm length of 15 3/8 to 17 inches.
- 1/8 - Again, for young violin enthusiasts age 3 to 5 years old with an arm length of 17.1 to 17.5 inches.
- 1/4 - With an arm length of 17.6 to 20 inches, this violin is suitable for children 4 to 7 years old.
- 1/2 - For children ages 6 to 10 years old, with an arm length of 20 to 22 inches.
- 3/4 - Children 9 to 11 years old with an arm length of 22 to 23.5 inches will enjoy playing this size violin.
- 4/4 or Full Size Violin - For violinists age 9 and above with an arm length of 23.5 and up. This is the size for adults.
