Virtual violin: play violin online
Hear what a violin sounds like and practise simple melodies in the browser. Pick a standard, Stradivarius-style, electric or baroque violin and play the G, D, A and E strings.
Nine violin types in all: the classical, electric, semi-acoustic and synth violins, the fiddle, 5-string and Hardanger fiddle play across three octaves with bow pressure, bow speed and vibrato controls.
How to play the violin with your computer keyboard
- Z X C V play the open G, D, A and E strings.
- On the classical, electric and folk violins, the number row and the Q–P row play notes from G3 upward.
- Adjust bow pressure, bow speed and vibrato to change the tone.
- Follow the built-in song guides: Twinkle Twinkle, Ode to Joy, Canon in D and Amazing Grace.
What you can do on the virtual violin
- Standard, Stradivarius, electric and baroque violins
- Fiddle, 5-string, Hardanger, semi-acoustic and synth violins
- Bow pressure, bow speed and vibrato settings
- Built-in song guides, metronome and tuner
- Record your playing
- Can be played in live music rooms with friends
9 violin types to choose from
- Classical Violin: The orchestral violin across three octaves on the number row and letter keys, with bow pressure, bow speed and vibrato.
- Stradivarius Violin: A rich, warm Stradivarius-style voice on four strings: Z, X, C and V play G, D, A and E.
- Baroque Violin: Tuned slightly below modern pitch, as in early music, on four strings you play with Z, X, C and V.
- Electric Violin: A bright, amplified violin tone for pop and rock lines, with the full three-octave key map.
- Fiddle: The folk and country fiddle: a lively, earthy tone for reels, jigs and bluegrass tunes.
- 5-String Violin: The five-string violin voice that folk and jazz players use for a wider, deeper range.
- Semi-Acoustic Violin: Between acoustic and electric: a natural body tone with a little more presence.
- Hardanger Fiddle: The Norwegian folk fiddle, known for the bright ring of its sympathetic strings.
- Synth Violin: Violin phrasing with an electronic, synthesizer-like tone for ambient and electronic music.
Frequently asked questions
How do I play violin on a computer?
Press Z X C V to play the four strings of the Stradivarius or baroque violin. The classical, electric and folk violins use the number row and letter keys for a wider range.
Is the virtual violin free?
Yes. The violin is free to play in your browser with no download and no sign-up. You can record and save favourites without an account; a free sign-in adds music rooms and Google Drive backup.
Can beginners learn violin notes online?
Yes. The song guides show which notes to play for simple tunes, and the metronome helps you keep time.
Is a fiddle the same as a violin?
Yes, it is the same instrument. "Fiddle" usually refers to folk and country styles. The virtual violin includes a fiddle sound.