Mark’s area of expertise includes all instruments of the violin family: violin, viola, cello, and double bass. Many violin shops hesitate to work on basses, but Mark welcomes this special work.
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,
Joseph Curtin builds violins and violas, is deeply involved in acoustical research, and is passionately committed to the ongoing evolution of violin family instruments. Though the majority of his work
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
I make violins for professional and advanced players who look for a powerful instrument with a full-bodied, complex voice. My instruments are based on the work of Guarneri del Gesu. These violins are
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,
We are Dealers of rare string instruments and bows, located in the historic Heritage Hill District of Grand Rapids, MI. The Guarneri House collection consists of instruments and bows suitable for the
