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Sunday 27 November 2011

Stradivarius

The article I’ve chosen is about Stradivarius violins. Many people know that these instruments are famous, but why?
They were made (about 1200 pieces) between 17th and 18th century by Antonio Stradivari, and they’re well-known by their great sound. Many manufacturers have investigated the sound, but they haven’t been able to explain exactly why Stradivarius violins sound so beautifulyl. It’s believed it could be the wood or the glue.
At present, only about 500 Stradivarius violins have been found, and they belong to famous violinists or Museums. In Spain, there are two pieces in the Agency of National States.
The last time one of these instruments was sold was in October 2010, to a Japanese woman, by 3.000.000 $.
Talking about their value and economic cost, in October 2010 was the last time one of these instruments was sold for 3.600.000 $ (nearly 2.600.000 euros). But if you think you’ve found one of these, find evidence of it, because there are a lot of copies in the world.

MARÍA PAREJA

Monday 21 November 2011

Spain election victor Rajoy warns 'no miracles'

Conservatives in Spain are celebrating a landslide victory

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Spain's Popular Party leader Mariano Rajoy has told supporters their country's voice must be respected again, after a resounding election win.
At the end of a campaign dominated by the debt crisis, the centre right PP secured 186 seats in the 350-seat lower house of parliament.
However, Spain's borrowing costs continued to mount on Monday and the stock market fell by 2%.
Mr Rajoy said: "There won't be any miracles. We never promised any."
Speaking outside party headquarters in central Madrid, he assured his audience: "We will stop being part of the problem and will be part of the solution."

Continue Reading: BBC..co.uk