Article: Violins come in a variety of different sizes, but most adults use a full size (4/4) violin. Typically, if you are over the age of eleven, you will fit a full size violin. For children, you will need to measure their arm length to determine which size of violin is best. Ask the child to extend their left arm straight out and away from their body. Then measure the length of the arm from the neck to the wrist or palm.  If you measure to the wrist, this will be the most comfortable fit, and if you measure to the palm, it will be the largest size your child can play. Violins range in size from a 4/4 violin size (23 inch (58 cm) measurement) to a 1/32 violin size (13 inch (33 cm) measurement). To save money, you may want to consider renting a violin if your child is still growing. Your child will likely grow quite quickly and it can be expensive to constantly buy a new violin each time they grow. Instead, you can save money by renting violins until they reach full size.
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Buy a full size violin if you are over the age of eleven. Measure your child’s arm from the base of their neck to their wrist. Rent a violin if your child is still growing.