Describe the difference in sound between a flute and a violin?

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The discussion clarifies the distinct sound characteristics of a flute and a violin. Flutes produce a hollow sound due to their design and the way air is manipulated, while violins generate a fuller sound owing to their body structure and string vibration. The conversation also includes a reference to a resource on "Musical Acoustics" from the University of New South Wales for further exploration of these concepts.

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Describe the difference in sound between a flute and a violin?
 
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I think you are in the wrong part of this forum.

Flutes sound hollow, while a violin sounds full.
 
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Hi drgatitafiera! Welcome to PF! :smile:

Here's a cool New South Wales website on "Musical Acoustics" that may help …
http://www.phys.unsw.edu.au/jw/basics.html" :wink:
 
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