Indian classical music Violin

the indian violin, while same instrument used in western music, different in senses. instrument tuned iv , iii strings (g , d on western-tuned violin) , ii , (a , e) strings sa–pa (do–sol) pairs , sound same offset octave, resembling common scordatura or fiddle cross-tunings such c–g–c–g or a–e–a–e. tonic sa (do) not fixed, variably tuned accommodate vocalist or lead player. way musician holds instrument varies western indian music. in indian music musician sits on floor cross-legged right foot out in front of them. scroll of instrument rests on foot. position essential playing due nature of indian music. hand can move on fingerboard , there no set position left hand, important violin in steady, unmoving position.