You have a vision of the perfect violin. Perhaps it's the memory of a great instrument you once held or haunting notes from a recording heard long ago. Often it includes a feeling for sound, or a yearning to express all that you love in music...
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Musicians praise the quality of sound and playing ability of Feng Jiang's violins. Players who purchased his violins include soloists Elmar Oliveira, Judith Ingolfsson, Wei-Gang Li, the first violin of the Shanghai Quartet and David Taylor, the assistant concertmaster of Chicago Symphony Orchestra. These players and many others have found in Feng Jiang's instruments a versatile musical tool that allows them confidently and expressively to pursue their goals. - Read more

We are specialized dealers in modern Cremonese instruments and Parisian bows.
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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 beginning student to the seasoned professional through the consummate concert artist, as well as for collectors of fine, rare instruments and bows.

Wholsalers of violions, violas, cellos and doublebasses for educational institutions. - Read more

With over 25 years of experience working with instruments and bows of the violin family, Jeffrey Holmes provides restoration, appraisals, consultation, sales and new making from his studio in Ann Arbor, Michigan. - Read more

Jansma instruments blend easily in an orchestra full of centuries-old instruments. This is due to their finish - deep, warm and rich - qualities found only when using natural, non-synthetic materials and applying them with a slow hand application. - Read more

Joseph Curtin began building instruments in 1977 under the guidance of Otto Erdesz. In 1997, after twelve years with Curtin & Alf, he opened his own workshop, where he designs and builds violins and violas for an international clientele. His instruments are in the hands of some of the most distinguished artists of our time. - Read more

I insist that each instrument be as good musically, acoustically, and behaviorally as possible, as is within my powers, for the wood used in that instrument. As you know, wood is not equal. Therefore the best possible outcome for each instrument is also not equal. That is why I price my instruments based on the acoustical and musical properties unique to each instrument. - Read more

Mark spends the majority of his time with repairs and restorations of instruments. He provides normal maintenance such as bow rehairing, bridge fitting and peg replacement. He is also skilled with major repairs. Mark Schwartz Violins carries an inventory of instruments for sale, at a range of prices. We can also special-order your student a new, quality instrument at a modest price. - Read more

NMC is a full service string shop located in Farmington MI, (North-East Detroit).   We specialize in the sales, rentals, and service of bowed stringed instruments.
We also offer lessons for a wide variety of instruments, to students of all ages.  Both private and group lessons are available from our college trained professional instructors.
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Whatever your level of experience happens to be, we at Shar are accomplished in the art of listening and responding to your particular needs and wishes. Additionally, we know about the demanding schedules and time constraints of a music education; professionals, students and parents alike. - Read more

Established in Birmingham in 1993, we have always provided beginning and professional musicians with the highest quality instruments, bows and accessories. We offer full professional support, from rentals that exceed all school requirements and private lessons, to high end sales and meticulous restorations. - Read more