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
Stringers of London offers a comprehensive service for beginners and professionals alike. Whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned performer, we aim to deliver quality products combined wit
Sylvie and James Fawcett both trained at the Newark School of Violin Making and went on to combine forces in a joint workshop established in 1983, very quickly establishing a reputation for fine new i
Stephen Thomson studied musical instrument making and repair at Merton College, Morden from 1994-6 after training in engineering. Although initially interested in guitar making, it was during the cour
Providing players with Instruments for over two decades. A trusted reputable seller and restorer serving London, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Cambridgeshire.
The Sound of Violins caters for all a
The Sound of Violins is run by Marco Matathia who has over 44 years experience in the violin business. Marco is a trusted violinist and seller who has been selling musical instruments to professiona
THOMAS & GEORGE MARTIN VIOLIN MAKERS
At Thomas and George Martin Violin Makers we are a family run business based in Oxfordshire. Together we are a father and son team that offers everything you n
THWAITES FINE STRINGED INSTRUMENTS
Thwaites are a long established family run business and our aim has always been to encourage, nurture and inspire musicians whilst providing value for money. We reco
TIM BAKER
The British Violin Making Association, formed in 1995, is one of the foremost violin making associations in the world, with about 500 members based both in the UK and abroad.
Our aims are to
TIMOTHY BATCHELAR
Timothy Batchelar was trained by William Luff and Pat Naismith in the Department of Music Technology at the old London College of Furniture. In his second year he won the Violin Maki
Gennaro’s cellos are much sought-after concert instruments, this fine example having been made in Naples around 1750. The “bear’s claw” figure of the table and lustrous Neapoli
