AboutAl Dzina Expertise I can answer questions about violin and guitar making and restoration. I will not answer questions about playing these instruments, because I am a maker, not a player.
Experience I was trained in violin making in Germany and have been working at this craft for sixty years.
Expert: Al Dzina Date: 4/30/2008 Subject: guarnerius violin
Question i have an old violin and the label inside says "Giuseppe Guarnerius fecit Cremona 1706 " it also has JHS on the side and a cross in the upper right corner. i live in Jacksonville, florida . i have done some research and haven't found anything concrete. is there anyone locally i can bring it to? i am at a loss any info would be appreciated. thanks so much
Answer Hi Stephanie;
I only show the following in FL:
WILLIAMS GENGAKKI VIOLINS, INC 3104 E. SHADOWLAWN AVE. NE ATLANTA GA 30305 (404)233-2811 reginald@wgci.com
HUTHMAKER ROLAND 3140 MAIN ST. DULUTH GA 30096 (770)476-9443 fiddlefolk@aol.com
But you may try these as well:
WILLIAMS GENGAKKI VIOLINS, INC 3104 E. SHADOWLAWN AVE. NE ATLANTA GA 30305 (404)233-2811 reginald@wgci.com
HUTHMAKER ROLAND 3140 MAIN ST. DULUTH GA 30096 (770)476-9443 fiddlefolk@aol.com
Al;