Sam Sweeney - the unfinished violin

What information was found inside the F-hole of the violin?

• Richard S. Howard, Leeds, Number 65 Violin, 1915

• John Doe, London, Violin No. 100, 1920

• Unfinished by an unknown maker, 1916

• A note from a soldier in Flanders, 1917

What happened to Richard Howard, the original maker of the violin, after he joined the British Army?

• He returned home and finished the violin.

• He was killed at the Battle of Messines.

• He became a famous musician.

• He sold the unfinished pieces to another maker.

Why is the album titled "The Unfinished Violin"?

• The album itself is incomplete.

• The violin was left unfinished by its original maker.

• The music on the album is still being composed.

• The artist feels his musical journey is unfinished.

How does Sam feel about owning this particular violin?

• It is his most prized possession

• He['s not particularly bothered about it

• He sees himself as its temporary guardian

• He wants to sell it for lots of money

What type of music does Sam say the British army march to?

• Military chants

• Folk songs

• Classical symphonies
• Pop anthems

Why has Sam not included folk songs from other European countries on his album?

• Many of them are based on opera tunes, which is not his thing.

• He is only interested in English music.

• European countries don't really do folk music

• Sam prefers modern music styles over traditional folk songs.

What types of tunes are included in the album "The Unfinished Violin"?

• Only traditional English tunes.

• A mix of Irish, Scottish, English, and German tunes, along with contemporary pieces.

• Primarily opera pieces from various European countries.

• Exclusively contemporary pieces written by Rob Harbron.

Finally, reflect on Sam's motivations (reasons) for making this album.