Bow rehairs are usually scheduled for each Wednesday but can undertaken at other times by prior agreement.
A ‘while-you- wait’ bow re-hair service is available by prior agreement. Please allow
The Violin Shop was established in 1975 by Harry George, ex-Halle orchestra violinist and the business is now run by his son Kevin and Kathy, Kevin’s wife.
Our restorer and repairer Simon, is in cha
Born and brought up in France, my interest in stringed instruments began with viola lessons at the Lyon conservatoire. Playing has always been really important to me. I play quartets weekly. This give
Violist and bowmaker Emma Alter is described by Paul McCreesh as ‘one of the finest players of her generation,’ and has been saluted by Music and Vision for her “beautifully rich ton
Martin is a traditionally trained violin maker & restorer and has been working professionally since graduating with Merit from the internationally renowned Newark School of Violin Making in 2001
My workshop is located in my house which is located in the Derwent Valley Mills world heritage site by the river Derwent. Built in 1794 as the home of a manager of a hat factory which made hats for
Julian graduated from Merton College, London taking pride in all aspects of his job, from fitting student instruments & encouraging the next generation, to handling masterpieces & family heirl
Contemporary Violins was formed in Glasgow in 2012 by professional violinists John Robinson and Sharon Haslam. Both are members of the Orchestra of Scottish Opera.
With our combined wealth of experie
At a certain level of advanced playing, it makes a lot more sense to have an instrument made to suit your particular physique, musical tastes and requirements. It is also less time consuming and mor
Restorer of fine violins, violas and cellos. Part-time teacher of weekly restoration and retouching courses and creator of online courses in restoration work.
MAKERS AND REPAIRERS OF FINE INSTRUMENTS At the heart of the shop are master luthiers, makers, restorers and players. With luthiers in shop each day we can be there to support your musical journey fro
After graduating with merit from the WSVM, and having received much encouragement, Aleth Michel moved to Bristol in 1986 to establish her own workshop, concentrating on new making, repairs, restoratio
