YANN BESSON VIOLINS
Yann Besson, a French national, born in 1976, started his apprenticeship as a violin and viola maker at the French National Violin Making School of Mirecourt in 1991. After graduat
WILLIAM JOHN
William John was born in London in 1961. In 1977 he started working at Ealing Strings, one of Europe`s largest workshops. Working alongside Paul Ayres and Thomas Pilar from the famous Boh
WATERS VIOLINS
At Waters Violins we’ve been breathing new life into violins, violas, cellos and bows for over 30 years, and we still get the same thrill and sense of pride when we see another restor
VINCENT PURCELL
Combining 26 years experience in violin-making and restoring, we are able to offer violins for sale of good quality which are well set-up and in great condition. Good sound quality is
Gennaro’s cellos are much sought-after concert instruments, this fine example having been made in Naples around 1750. The “bear’s claw” figure of the table and lustrous Neapoli
THE CONTRABASS SHOPPE LTD
In addition to being recognised as the ‘Numero Uno’ for professional quality double basses in the UK, “The Contrabass Shoppe” has gained an enviable g
Stephen Thomson studied musical instrument making and repair at Merton College, Morden from 1994-6 after training in engineering. Although initially interested in guitar making, it was during the cour
Stringers of London offers a comprehensive service for beginners and professionals alike. Whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned performer, we aim to deliver quality products combined wit
SoundPost is a stringed instrument shop- (we are the ‘original Soundpost’)- established since 1972. We offer sales of new handmade master instruments, a selection antique stringed instrume
Sarah Beaton graduated from the
highly acclaimed, internationally recognised, Newark School of violin making in 1987.
After completing a three year course in the making of violins, violas and cellos a
We have a selection of instruments handmade in our workshop available to try in our beautiful playing room.
Every instrument we make is an original and can be taken on trial for one week to make sure
PRO ARTE STRINGED INSTRUMENTS
We have a large range of newly made instruments. Most of these instruments are made in our own workshops. All of our instruments are made by hand by experienced craftsmen
