At the age of nine, Brenton fell in love with the violin and has played violin & viola ever since, exploring mainly the chamber music and solo repertoire.
In 1986 Brenton established The Violineri
Over the years, we have sought out string instruments that represent both good quality and value for money. We travel overseas regularly to thoroughly examine and test the latest products from around
Philip Smith is a traditional hand maker of stringed instruments and their bows. A master of refined artistry and exquisite tones from his superbly crafted bows and instruments. One of Australia’
John Simmers is one of Australia’s most acclaimed violin makers. His dedication for making and restoring instruments has been the key to his success and flows seamlessly into his other passions of c
The Australian Violin Makers Association was founded in 2008 to promote a standard of excellence in craftsmanship and ethical behaviour that would instil confidence and trust within the musical commun
It seems Benedict Puglisi was born to be a Luthier. The son of Sicilian and Irish descendants, Benedict grew up in a household where music and art were held in high esteem. He was initially raised as
Having played the violin from an early age, and fascinated by the workshop he visited as a child in Avignon, he decided to become a luthier.
After finishing his schooling in Provence, he was accepted
When preparing mail orders, every ordered string instrument is hand-picked by Dietrich Lasa, the founder and Director of Animato Strings. He is a professional string player with 40 years experience as
Adele Beardsmore is an English violin maker and repairer who graduated from the Newark School of Violin Making in 1987 and was awarded the Ralph Oakden Cup for outstanding achievement. She worked in E
In 1949 he entered a couple of violins and a viola in a competition in the Haig, Nedderland, amongst the adjudicators where some members of the International Society of Violin and Bow Makers. Arthur w
Rainer Beilharz began his violinmaking career in 1982 at 18 years of age with John Ferwerda in Melbourne, Australia. Rainers career has been one of continual search for improvement based on an underst
