Well, that IS the question. A subject that is discussed again and again by violin makers, restorers and players. It comes down to personal preference, but often a player will choose an instrument to try based on its appearance (as well as budget!). For makers copying is very common; heads,…
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When are the busiest times for players/musicians? When do you need your instrument to perform to the best of its ability? Summer offers us concerts and festivals indoors and out, and as covid rules have been relaxed this summer we have enjoyed many concert series getting back on track. The…
The players are back! Unbelievable really but the concerts I have seen over the past four weeks have encouraged me tentatively to look forward to a future of live music. I kicked off, very nervously as this was my first concert since March 2020, by attending the Royal Northern Sinfonia,…
“At the heart of repair is restoration. At the heart of restoration is conservation.” JB Just a handful of words. Two short sentences in fact, and yet they are my absolute mantra. Caring is very important when protecting these fine instruments for the next generation. The most beautiful and probably…
Welcome to my new website! I hope you like it. It is designed to quickly give you all the information you need about repairs, restorations and total adjustment. In fact all that I offer. I do hope you find navigating it is straightforward, and that it gives you the confidence…