Dennis McCarten has been making and repairing instruments for nearly two decades. This was a natural evolution from his lifelong love of wood and woodworking and his immersion in Irish traditional mus
David Burgess has won more violin making contests of truly international scope, won them more consistently, and won them against a greater number of competitors than not only any living violin maker,
Working in Boston’s music community as a bow maker since 1982, Thomas has handled bows made by the greatest makers of the 19th and 20th centuries. With a great respect for the historical traditions
My relationship with the violin started at age 8, when I began my musical studies. Later, I developed interests in woodworking and sculpture, but the violin remained an important part of my life and l
Mittenwald-trained, Master Violin Maker, Horst Kloss, has worked with fine stringed instruments and bows for over three decades. The Kloss Shop specializes in the repair, restoration, appraisal and sa
Eric began his bowmaking training upon graduating in 1996 from the University of Georgia where he double majored in Double Bass performance and Music Theory. He first attended a bowmaking class with C
Ed McCoppin Violins is a full service violin shop, which includes cello and bass work, is located in southeast Michigan, just north of Toledo, Ohio and south of Detroit.Premium Set-Ups include good qu
Among the most highly regarded contemporary violin makers, Benjamin Ruth was awarded gold medals for both violin and viola in the 2012 VSA international competition. Active in violin making for 40 yea
Weinstein Violins is dedicated to offering musicians the best instruments and service possible. It uses the highest standards of expertise developed over 35 years in the field to maintain a large inve
The career of a luthier is a unique path, and it takes years to develop the skills necessary to excel in this craft. Without a deep-seated passion and commitment, it is difficult to succeed. Luckily,
Prima Sonoro instruments are quick to respond, feel smooth and are easy to play. Musicians can draw out full resonance with little effort allowing for maximum expression. We’ve kept all the best asp
Since our founding in 2006, Bridges & Bows Violin Shop has helped thousands of adults and students gain access to high-quality instruments, and supported more than 50 local arts organizations thro
