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Of all modern instruments, the violin is apparently one of the simplest. It consists in essence of a hollow, varnished woode

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问题         Of all modern instruments, the violin is apparently one of the simplest. It consists in
    essence of a hollow, varnished wooden sound box, or resonator, and a long neck, covered
    with a fingerboard, along which four strings are stretched at high tension. The beauty of
    design, shape, and decoration is no accident: the proportions of the instrument are
(5) determined almost entirely by acoustical considerations. Its simplicity of appearance is
    deceptive. About 70 parts are involved in the construction of a violin, Its tone and its
    outstanding range of expressiveness make it an ideal solo instrument. No less important.
    however, is its role as an orchestral and chamber instrument. In combination with the
    larger and deeper-sounding members of the same family, the violins form the nucleus
(10)of the modern symphony orchestra.
        The violin has been in existence since about 1550. Its importance as an instrument
    in its own right dates from the early 1600’s, when it first became standard in Italian
    opera orchestras. Its stature as an orchestral instrument was raised further when in 1626
    Louis XIII of France established at his court the orchestra known as Les vingt-quatre
(15)violons du Roy (The King’s 24 Violins), which was to become widely famous later in
    the century.
        In its early history, the violin had a dull and rather quiet tone resulting from the fact
    that the strings were thick and were attached to the body of the instrument very loosely.
    During the eighteenth and nineteenth century, exciting technical changes were inspired
(20)by such composer-violinists as Vivaldi and Tartini. Their instrumental compositions
    demanded a fuller, clearer, and more brilliant tone that was produced by using thinner
    strings and a far higher string tension. Small changes had to be made to the violin’s
    internal structure and to the fingerboard so that they could withstand the extra strain.
    Accordingly, a higher standard of performance was achieved, in terms of both facility
(25)and interpretation. Left-hand technique was considerably elaborated, and new fingering
    patterns on the fingerboard were developed for very high notes.
选项 A、practical
B、customary
C、possible
D、unusual
答案B
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