The path that lead Antoine to lutherie is itself a journey through arts and craft, materials and their varied applications. Music!
Antoine grew a passion for musical instruments and woodwork at a youn
I have been playing a Colin Adamson viola since 2008 and love it as much as the day I first got it. For a smaller viola (15.5 inches), it still produces a rich, nuanced tone which is even across all f
Richard Wilson was trained in the Hill tradition of bow making, serving a full apprenticeship with Garner Wilson and has developed his own style to include a wide range of influences.
He produces baro
CARDIFF VIOLINS
Welcome to Cardiff Violins, Wales’s largest violin shop! We offer thousands of stringed instruments, bows, cases and accessories, catering to every level of player, from beginner to
My name is Graham Welsh. Born in Edinburgh in 1958, I moved to Ayrshire in 1972 to continue my education at Belmont Academy. A few years later I started work as a wood machinist in Prestwick. While I
In my experience, those who take up lutherie are generally either players or woodworkers willing to embrace intransigent, even belligerent, materials. I fall into both categories, because I began lear
Poole Violins was started by violin maker and repairer Mark O’Brien in 2010.
Mark grew up in the Poole and Bournemouth area around the violin, both his parents being professional violinists. He
Martin has been making and violins, violas and cellos since 1993. In the last few years however he has concentrated mainly on producing concert quality instruments which are aimed at replicating the t
BAILEY VIOLINS
I have been ‘setting-up’ instruments since I was thirteen years old when I bought an antique double bass to in order to learn to play it and noticed the bridge was far too high. I c
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
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
“Currently closed due to maternity leave. Please note, we are still taking appointments for bow rehairs, repairs and MOTs with Sophy. Please email info@violincompany.co.uk to book an appointment
