One of the things we pride ourselves on is the expertise, skill, and passion every member of our team beholds. With years of experience in the instrument industry between us, you can be sure you are i
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
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
We are Fully Qualified Violin, Viola & Cello Makers & Restorers in the heart of Norfolk.
A wide range of hand-crafted new and antique modern & baroque professional instruments as well as g
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
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
RODERICK R WARD
Rod Ward has been hand making Violins, Violas and Cellos in the traditional Italian style since 1976, using only the finest materials, methods and tools. Rod’s award winning inst
Roger Claridge has been repairing and selling good quality violins, violas, cellos, bows and accessories for over 35 years.
Roger will always offer you his honest, expert opinion to ensure you are com
ROGER HANSELL VIOLINS LTD
We feel that fittings on an instrument are crucially important and the set up should never be
compromised by a tailpiece, pegs or any other part being of inappropriate size.
ROSS VIOLINS
Established in 2008, Ross Violins are makers, dealers and restorers of instruments of the violin family. We provide a high quality, affordable service for all string players. We cater for
Rudolf began working in wood at the age of fifteen, fascinated by the possibilities of making beautiful things from this natural material. A degree in design in the early 1970’s rounded off formal
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
