In October 1989, the renowned luthier William Hu established the Snow Workshop in Beijing, China with six workers, to produce hand-crafted string instruments. Nine years later, Snow Stringed Instrumen
The instruments from Shan Jiang are made with great craftsmanship and sensitivity. The violins are modeled on 18th century Cremonese masterpieces. Top grade domestic and European wood is used, and wor
In September 2006, leading scientists and violinmakers brought three great Cremonese violins to an acoustics lab for the first-ever 3D laser vibration scans of violins, plus CT Scans and analysis. Add
Welcome to the online home of Kolstein Music, Inc. and Kolstein & Son, Ltd.
The Samuel Kolstein Violin Shop was founded by Samuel Kolstein in 1943 as a Violin and Bow making establishment in Brook
Our work is not just a business, it’s a Salchow family tradition for more than a half-century. Since 2009, Isaac Salchow’s talented staff has worked with the original intent of his grand
Our company was founded on the belief that the string world is changing and the tools needed to meet those changes must evolve as well. Working with designers across the globe, these violins use color
Ron Forrester: I handcraft violin, viola and cello bows in the French tradition. Using only traditional tools and methods, I work closely with each player to create a bow that will allow them to achie
The world of music. A world that transcends time, captures emotions, and leaves us longing for more. It has the ability to heal, to educate, and to create more tolerant human beings. For the last thir
Julie Reed-Yeboah has had her office in New York City since 2006 specializing in the repair and restoration of violins, violas and cellos. She has an international reputation, serving clients from Eur
Rare Violins of New York is an internationally respected firm in the world of fine instruments. Co-founders Bruno Price and Ziv Arazi are unique as experienced dealers and former professional musician
Welcome to Peter Lam Violins – a violin making and repair studio established by Peter Lam, a New York base Violin Maker who’s originated in Hong Kong. Over 30 years of experience in violin making,
Instruments I make are inspired by the traditions of the old masters. They have optimized geometry for contemporary players and use a blend of classic and modern materials.
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