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
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
Restorer of fine violins, violas and cellos. Part-time teacher of weekly restoration and retouching courses and creator of online courses in restoration work.
“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
Simon studied at the renowned Newark School of Violin making, graduating in 1986 with a Diploma.
Simon Watkin Violins was setup in 1987 in Peterborough and has been servicing the needs of players
A graduate from the internationally recognised Newark School of Violin Making with a first-class honours degree. Niam realised his passion for old violins and making at the age of 13; this is when he
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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
The Violin Workshop, based in Cambridge UK and run by The Cambridge Violin Makers, offers one week summer courses in violin making and bow making. We have students of all ages and professions coming f
For fourteen years I was in the violin department at Sotheby’s. My last seven years there were as a departmental director. This meant travelling around the world advising clients about their ins
