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| antique violin | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I have a Stradivarius Violin from 1721 and want to know what it might be worth. Could you direct me ...
A: You may try one of the following shops: STEARNS VIOLINS INC. 10341 MIDDLEBRANCH AVE. ...
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| Nicolaus Amatus fecit in Cremona 1645 | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I live in Surprise, AZ, it is near Phoenix. I would like to know where I can take this violin to ...
A: Sorry but I have no listings in AZ. You may have to travel into Southern Cal.: MARQUIS VIOLINS ...
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| German Violins | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I recently inherited two German violins from my Grandfather. I want to have one of them set up, but ...
A: Even if the Glass is a factory made violin, it could still have a good sound. Do not be swayed by ...
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| Violin | 10/28/2008 |
Q: Apparently there are many replicas of violins. My mother's old violin is from 1929, when she was a ...
A: Try one of the following: STAMELL STRINGED INST. INC. 18 KELLOGG ...
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| Animal hide glue | 9/26/2008 |
Q: In India Where can i find animal hide glue in small quantity.Is there is any another glue that i can ...
A: Hide glue is the only glue you should use to put a violin together. Titebond Hide Glue is available ...
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| Violin | 9/23/2008 |
Q: I need to find somebody to tell me how much it is worth. I live in North Carolina close to Tennessee
A: Try one of the following shops: VIOLIN SHOPPE THE 1926 E. 7th ...
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| Nicolaus Amatus, Cremona 16 violin | 9/14/2008 |
Q: My grandparents purchased this violin for my father in 1937 when he was 8 yrs old. It was an old ...
A: Here are all my MA listings:STAMELL STRINGED INST. INC. 18 KELLOGG ...
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| Nicolaus Amatus 1645 | 9/12/2008 |
Q: I have a violin that has been in my family for some time now. I was wanting to know more about it. ...
A: The only listings I have are as follows: SAINT LOUIS STRINGS 6331 CLAYTON AVE. SAINT ...
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| violin appraisal | 9/10/2008 |
Q: Al - can you recomment a reliable violin appraiser in southeast PA, specifically in the region of ...
A: The only PA listings are as follows: GOLDEN VIOLINS 7801 WINSTON RD. ...
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| I have a violin and know -nothing- about it... | 9/9/2008 |
Q: A year or two ago, I purchased this thing as a gift that I never ended up giving, and I have no clue ...
A: Sorry I have no listings in Fargo, all I can share is the following: GIVENS CLAIRE VIOLINS INC. 1004 ...
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| I have a violin and know -nothing- about it... | 9/8/2008 |
Q: A year or two ago, I purchased this thing as a gift that I never ended up giving, and I have no clue ...
A: There are a total of 4 Duke violin makers, none show a Born-Die date. William 1 Worked 1720-1735 ...
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| violin appraisal | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I have a violin that was passed down from my grandmother and I would like to get it appraised. I ...
A: Look into one of the following: STEARNS VIOLINS INC. 10341 MIDDLEBRANCH AVE. ...
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| violin | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I have a violin that has a tag in it that says Bruno&sons it also says it came from West Germany. ...
A: The West Germany does indicate after WWII. This violin must be a copy because J.G.Kessler was ...
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| Violin appraisers in Illinois | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I actually need to locate someone in Illinois, Southern part would be best. I live nearest Mt. ...
A: I am sending you all the IL listings I have including St Louis MO as follows: WARREN KENNETH & SONS, ...
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| Dodd bow | 8/31/2008 |
Q: I have a Dodd bow with papers from Hills who sold it to my Dad for me in 1972. It cost £45 then! I ...
A: There are at least five Dodd bow makers. Without knowing which did make your bow makes it difficult ...
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| 1915 violin | 8/30/2008 |
Q: When my grandmother passed away last year, I was given a violin that was found in the bottom of a ...
A: With the possibility of the name not being correct makes things very difficult to track down. I did ...
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| Andreas Guarnerius violin | 8/30/2008 |
Q: You recently got this e-mail about a Andreas Guarnerius violin. Question Hello, I have my great ...
A: Melissa; The following is a list of shops in South CA. I have nothing in San Diego itself. MARQUIS ...
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| Bergonzi Violin | 8/27/2008 |
Q: We recently were gifted a Carlo Bergonzi ano 1721 violin, It came from my wife's grandfather who had ...
A: I can help with your violin ID question. I can look at your violin and can tell within a few moments ...
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| Violin Bow Hairs Popping Out? | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I just recently bought a new violin, complete with violin, bow, and rosin. :] Thing is, while ...
A: Hairs should not pull out of the bow tip. Unless, if any hairs have worn and broken and were pulled ...
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| andreas guarnierius viola | 8/22/2008 |
Q: If I send u photos of this instrument would it peak your interest to assist in determining ...
A: Photos really do not help, take your viola to one of the following shops for some help: FRANK'S ...
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| Johann Urlich Fichtl 1763 | 8/22/2008 |
Q: My friend has found some violins, one plated with "Johann Urlich Fichtl 1763". None of them are in ...
A: There are many Fichtl members, you are right. But the name Johann Ulrich Fichtl belongs to just ...
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| Johann Urlich Fichtl 1763 | 8/20/2008 |
Q: My friend has found some violins, one plated with "Johann Urlich Fichtl 1763". None of them are in ...
A: Try one of the following: HOSMER VIOLINS 120 JULIAN ...
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| Francois Breton Violin | 8/16/2008 |
Q: I inherited a violin (label - in Latin - states 1829, i.e. one year prior to his death)by Francois ...
A: Take you violin to one of these shops; VIOLIN SHOP the 7/11 BLACKIE ST. YORKHILL, 63 ...
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| violin purchase | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I am hoping to find a decent violin under $300 for a beginning student. I see offerings on ebay, ...
A: Do not buy an instrument on ebay. Most music stores should be stocking instruments in the $200 ...
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| lupot vilon | 8/13/2008 |
Q: that has the name N LUPOT ORLEANS FRANCE IT IS IN VERY GOOD SHAPE AND IS PLAYED OFTEN. WHERE CAN I ...
A: The only listings close to you are below: McHUGH VIOLIN SHOP 2726 BOULEVARD ...
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| Clean a violin not played since feb/84.. | 8/7/2008 |
Q: My dad's violin. The violin has not being touched since he passed away in Fe/1984. As a good ...
A: I have the two following listings in FL land. ALLEGRO MUSIC CENTER 4537 Ponce de Leon Blvd. ...
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| Old Kronotone Violin | 8/4/2008 |
Q: Is a Kronotone violin an actual Stradivarius? I saw on a Google sight where they stated the two ...
A: See which one of these shops is close to you: GIVENS CLAIRE VIOLINS INC. 1004 MARQUETTE ...
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| Old Kronotone Violin | 8/4/2008 |
Q: Is a Kronotone violin an actual Stradivarius? I saw on a Google sight where they stated the two ...
A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ...
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| buying a german made violin | 8/3/2008 |
Q: My 11 year old daughter is ready to upgrade to a 4/4 violin. She has been playing for 2 years. We ...
A: Go to the listed shop I'm sure they can help you: MOES & MOES VIOLIN MAKER STAMMERSTR, 8 ...
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| Antonius Stradiuarius violin | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I received my great grand fathers, who passed in 1915? violin. On the inside label is Antonius ...
A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ...
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| guarnerius violin | 7/28/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me where I can go in Northern Jersey, zip code 07042, to get it appraised? Thank you ...
A: Try one of the following shops: BACELAR STRING INSTS. INC 2073 WASHINGTON VALLEY ...
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| apraiser | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I have an old french violin. Do you know of a good appraiser in either Paris or Lyon?
A: I only have two available in France, take your pick: ROBERT BREWER YOUNG SENTARAILLE BERDOT ...
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| old violin | 7/26/2008 |
Q: My dad bought a very old violin from his friend. His friend was a music teacher when he was still ...
A: Pictures do not help, I have the the following in OR land: KERR DAVID VIOLIN SHOP 4451 SE 28th ...
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| NICOLAUS AMATUS VIOLIN | 7/20/2008 |
Q: I am in possession of a violin that has been handed down in the family for years. When looking for ...
A: Listed are all of my leads in the TX area: ANTONIO STRAD VIOLIN 10288 SAN PEDRO #2 SAN ...
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| Model Antonious Stradivarious Cremonious Anno 17violin | 7/19/2008 |
Q: After the century 17, mine has no year written or stamped. There are no other markings on the violin ...
A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ...
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| violin | 7/14/2008 |
Q: We recently moved our parents into an assisted living and in cleaning out the house found an old ...
A: The only info. I have in CO land, try one of these: TZANKOW ALEXANDER VIOLINS 13884 W. 76th ...
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| Ton-Klar the Herrmann | 7/13/2008 |
Q: I read where you answered a similar question about a Ton-Klar. Could you tell me where I could get ...
A: I think everything is worth an appraisal. Try one of the following shops: McHUGH VIOLIN SHOP 2726 ...
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| 1865 Stainer Violin | 7/9/2008 |
Q: where to get appraisal in phoenix Az. zipe code 85258
A: I'm sorry but I have no listings in AZ land. You will have to try one of the following: CREMONA ...
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| stradivarius copy? | 7/9/2008 |
Q: My name is Valeri and I live in Odessa, Ukraine. I have an old violin (not good condition) with the ...
A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ...
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| a copy of stradivarius | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I have a copy of Stradivarius 1713 made in West Germany. It has a big vertical crack but repaired on ...
A: Try one of the following shops: BISCHOFBERGER VIOLINS LTD 1314 E. JOHN ST. ...
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| Violin | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I have (Probably a fake ) violin with all tag inside that says Stradivarius and the anno 1714, it ...
A: If the label says made in Germany, it is a fake. Strad worked in Cremona, Italy.Antonio Stradivari's ...
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| Violin Bridges | 7/5/2008 |
Q: Al Dzina, I am an amateur learner. I understand that the bridge should have a chamfer that tapers on ...
A: Your question is not easy to answer on the internet. First of all the dimensions are approximate at ...
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| Thomas Baleftrieri, Cremonenfis, Fecit Mantuae, Anno | 7/4/2008 |
Q: This violin has been in our family for generations. On the old faded label inside, it reads "Thomas ...
A: Tomaso Balestrieri, B.?-D.1790, Worked 1720 - 1780 in Mantua, Italy. Auction Info. $33,000 to ...
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| Violin from 1801 | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I have a violin that dates back to 1801. Inside is a peice of paper that says it was made by H. F. ...
A: I have no liting of a McGovney as a violin maker. Try one of the following shops: BLACKERBY VIOLINS ...
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| great aunt's violin | 6/24/2008 |
Q: would you know anyone nearby New Bedford, Ma that could evaluate the condition and value of my ...
A: Try one of the following shops: STAMELL STRINGED INST. INC. 18 KELLOGG ...
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| Strat - Violin | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I live in Spring Hill, Florida, zip code 34606. I have 2 violins w/black cases & bows, but missing ...
A: I have two listings as follows: ALLEGRO MUSIC CENTER 4537 Ponce de Leon Blvd. #102 CORAL ...
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| gasparo de sallo - 1590 | 6/17/2008 |
Q: markings on my mother's(now deceased) violin as above with engraving on back of string tighteners. ...
A: You may try one of the following shops, I'm not familur with zip 93449: MARQUIS VIOLINS INC 289 S. ...
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| Violin- 'Apollo' by RUSHWORTH & DREAPER | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I wonder wheither you would be able to tell me how i would find information on my 'apollo' rushworth ...
A: Try one of the following shops: VIOLIN SHOP the 7/11 BLACKIE ST. YORKHILL, 63 ...
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| Giuseppe Guarnierius Violin | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I have the violin with Giuseppe Guarnierius, a cross like mark, fecit Cremona 16 and 40 hand ...
A: Of the three Giuseppe Guarnierius none worked as early as 1640 #1 worked 1684-1720 #2 worked ...
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| Carlo Bergonzi Violin | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I wrote to you earlier and want to include my location. We reside in Woodbury, NY (surburb of Long ...
A: Listed are all the connections I have in the N.Y. area; GAGE DAVID STRING INSTS. 36 WALKER ST. NEW ...
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| Grandfather's violin | 6/15/2008 |
Q: My Mother just gave me our grandfathers Violin and case. inside the violin is a white label with ...
A: I'm very sorry but I am unable to tell you anything about your Gio. Bap. Lucca violin. I have one ...
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| Violin value | 6/7/2008 |
Q: We recently purchased a violin for my son from his instructor for $1400. The label inside says ...
A: Ludovicus (Louis) Guersan, B.1713, D.1781. Worked 1730-1770 in Paris France. Very good maker, ...
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| stradavarius | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I was wondering where a friend could find out if he has a real stradavariuos, and the worth of it, ...
A: Try one of the following shops: WARREN KENNETH & SONS, LTD. 407 S. DEARBORN ...
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| GLASS VIOLIN | 5/31/2008 |
Q: Dzina; I inherited a violin that belonged go my grandfather when he was a child (born 1880) and ...
A: The Glass family is quite large, there is not enough info. to make a fair judgement of its value. ...
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| Violin Bow | 5/30/2008 |
Q: Since the bow is made of horse hair, can it get lice, or any other type of bugs if it is not ...
A: I do not know of any lice infestations, but dust mites are very popular. One nice thing is they only ...
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| repair of bass neck | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of repairing a bass and am about to re attach the neck a bass playing friend ...
A: If you are gluing the neck into a normal neck block that has a sound tongue and grove you may not ...
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| Violin Origin | 5/28/2008 |
Q: Dzina; I am trying to establish the origin of my violin, and hoped that you could help me. When my ...
A: It takes years of experience and many volumes of data to ID violins. There is no single reference ...
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| Age/Worth of Violin | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I have acquired what appears to be a dated violin. I was hoping you could help me estimate how old ...
A: The 1753 is the date of the A. Stradivarius as listed. Due to the fact that the inst. was made in ...
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| Adolph Seidel violin | 5/27/2008 |
Q: How do i know if my Ant. Stradivarius A.D. Seidel K.F.W.B. Markneukirichen is real or a copy thanks ...
A: I'm sorry but the only listings in your area are as follows: BROBST VIOLIN SHOP 5584 GEN. WASHINGTON ...
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| antique violin | 5/26/2008 |
Q: We recently came into possession of an antique violin. As the person who gave it to us, an old man ...
A: The only listings in your area is as follows: McHUGH VIOLIN SHOP 2726 BOULEVARD ...
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| Another "old" violin question | 5/25/2008 |
Q: my mother in law is in possession of an old violin. She is german, and it came to her through her ...
A: Nicola Gusetto Born?, Died?, Worked 1725-1785 in Cremona, Italy. WILLIAMS GENGAKKI VIOLINS, INC 3104 ...
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| Violin | 5/20/2008 |
Q: I am not looking for a specific valuation as I know that is difficult to do without seeing the ...
A: Not being privy to the Highlands, my only suggestion is to try one of the following shops: VIOLIN ...
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| Andreas Guarnerius | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I inherited my grandmother's violin several years ago and tonight came across an old family letter ...
A: It could also be possible that one of his sons might have finished off this violin. But let one of ...
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| Andreas Guarnerius | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I inherited my grandmother's violin several years ago and tonight came across an old family letter ...
A: If your violin is a real Guarnerius it would fit the following: Auction from $34,00 to $209,000 in ...
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| guarnerius violin | 4/30/2008 |
Q: i have an old violin and the label inside says "Giuseppe Guarnerius fecit Cremona 1706 " it also has ...
A: I only show the following in FL: WILLIAMS GENGAKKI VIOLINS, INC 3104 E. SHADOWLAWN AVE. NE ...
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| Accident with violin | 4/25/2008 |
Q: My daughter's student violin (approx $400) suffered an unfortunate accident that seperated the ...
A: Dowel size depends on the width of the wood thickness on the side wall of the peg box. I use either ...
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| Andreas Guarnerius violin | 4/25/2008 |
Q: I have my great grandfathers fiddle. The only label inside says, Andreas Guarnerius Fecit Cremonae ...
A: Try one of the following: LUNDIN'S VIOLINS 3202 NORTH FOURTH ST. COEUD ...
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| Andreas Guarnerius violin | 4/24/2008 |
Q: I have my great grandfathers fiddle. The only label inside says, Andreas Guarnerius Fecit Cremonae ...
A: Pics will not help, I will need to have the violin in hand in order to make a real evaluation. A. ...
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| Accident with violin | 4/24/2008 |
Q: My daughter's student violin (approx $400) suffered an unfortunate accident that seperated the ...
A: Yes Weldbond III is stronger then hide glue. If the peg box seperated and happened to crack right ...
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| Stradivarious Violin | 4/16/2008 |
Q: My dad's uncle gave him a stradivarious violin more than 50 years ago as a gift. Where can i have ...
A: Give a try at one of the following shops: GAGE DAVID STRING INSTS. 36 WALKER ST. NEW ...
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| I want to upgrade my daughter's violin | 3/26/2008 |
Q: My daughter has played violin since she was eight now she is a married woman with four kids. I want ...
A: I'm not familiar with McAllen TX, but you may be near one of the following shops: ANTONIO STRAD ...
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| violin repair | 3/23/2008 |
Q: The fretboard on my chinese violin has come loose - too little adhesive? Can I just stick it back ...
A: I would not use wood adhesive. You should use Titebond Hide Glue. The fingerboard is a removable ...
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| violin | 3/15/2008 |
Q: Have you ever heard of a Bartolomeo Bimbi violin? Do you know of a place in the Alabama, ...
A: Bartolomeo Bimbi, Born,? Died,? Worked 1753 to 1769 in Sienna, Italy. Auction Info. $7,540 to ...
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| breton violin | 3/7/2008 |
Q: We have a Breton violin which we would like some questions answered about if possible.The violn is a ...
A: I can not give you any info. on the Breton. other then it sounds like a copy. You might try one of ...
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| Januarius Gagliano - 1732 | 3/1/2008 |
Q: Dzina, My family owns the above violin. It has not been appraised in many years and I would ...
A: Try one of the following shops: BACELAR STRING INSTS. INC 2073 WASHINGTON VALLEY ...
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| Karl Schneider Violin | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I have come across a violin tagged Karl Schneider, Klingenthal. I do not have it in front of me at ...
A: There are 12 makers with the name Schneider, but none with the name Karl. I find a Christoph Carl ...
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| About my Breton violin | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I have some questions about a violin that I found in an antique store some years ago. It is stamped ...
A: A tradename used by Thibouville-Lamy (JTL). The name Breton was used by many makers through the ...
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| Trying to find a reputable violin appraiser | 2/23/2008 |
Q: I have a'Copie of Antonius Stradivarius Cremonenfi? Faciebat Anno 1716 Made in Germany' that is, I ...
A: Try one of the following: MARQUIS VIOLINS INC 289 S. SANTA ANITA ...
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| Jerome Thibouville-Lamy | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I have a question regarding a J.Thibouville- Lamy & Cie violin that I was given. Inside on a paper ...
A: The Company J. Thibouville-Lamy was started by Louis Emile Jerome B. 1833, D.? Worked 1855 to 1890 ...
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| Carlos Bergonzi | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I have what I believe is a Calos Bergonzi violin. Made in 1733 in Cremona, Italy. How would I go ...
A: Try one of the following shops: BROBST VIOLIN SHOP 5584 GEN. WASHINGTON ...
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| Violin identification | 2/19/2008 |
Q: I found this violin hidden in a closet, and I can't find any info regarding the name inside. It ...
A: A pix would not help. Try one of the following shops: STAMELL STRINGED INST. INC. 18 KELLOGG ...
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| Carlo Bergonzi Violin | 2/11/2008 |
Q: Have one that bears date 1740. Label reads the usual: Anno 1740 Carlo Bergonzi fece in Cremona ...
A: I'm sorry but I have no listings in Alabama. You may want to look at one of the following: WILLIAMS ...
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| grandfather's violin | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for information on my grandfather's violin. My daughter will be moving up to a full ...
A: J.T.L. is a trade mark used in Paris, France from 1900 to 1920, they made thousands of violins. Some ...
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| Long looking crack in violin | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I have been reading your advice. I am under the impression I should fix a long crack by wetting it ...
A: The only reason for wetting a crack before applying glue is to allow the glue to be pulled into a ...
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| Please help identify an old "American Era violin" | 2/9/2008 |
Q: USA. My 9 year old daughter Chloe is learning to play violin. To encourage her to practice I ...
A: Sorry to inform you, of the 20,000+ violin makers in my file there is no listing of the listed ...
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| wolf on E string | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I am a professional violinist and am having a very odd problem with a wolf in the F# - Ab ranges on ...
A: Wolf Notes do not fall under rocket science. There are many conditions that can cause them. You have ...
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| Viola | 2/2/2008 |
Q: What voice registers does the viola play?
A: You must remember that I am a violin maker not a musicologist. To the best of my knowledge the ...
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| two violins | 2/2/2008 |
Q: Mr. Dzina, my wife just aquired two violins from her grandfather. They were both her great ...
A: Both of your questions can be taken care of and your refurbishment covered by one of the following: ...
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| violin | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I found a old violin inside there is the name nicolaus bergonzi cremonensis faciebat anno #17 made ...
A: I'm not aware of West Berlin, even though I was born in Elizabeth and grew up in Roselle Park. You ...
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| Violin | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I have a violin that says Herman Felder, Dresden Cuirious if you have ever heard of it. Also curious ...
A: CARRIAGE HOUSE VIOLINS 323 COLUMBUS AVE 6TH ...
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| J.B. Collin Mezin violin | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 1950 Ch. - J.B, Collin - Mezin Violin. It is in a case with two bows. The violin appears ...
A: Try one of the following: WILSON FINE VIOLINS 725 S. ADAMS RD. STE. ...
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| Old Violin - Needs work | 1/18/2008 |
Q: I have an old Stratavarius…….Antonius Stradivarius Cremonenfis Faciebat Anno 1710 Signature says ...
A: GOLDEN VIOLINS 7801 WINSTON RD. PHILDELPHIA PA 19118 (215)242-0307 hgolden@goldenviolins.com ...
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| I would like more information about obtaining an appraisal of an old violin. | 1/18/2008 |
Q: I would like more information about obtaining an appraisal of an old violin. Could you provide ...
A: Sorry but I do not have a listing in Dallas but maybe you can use one of the following: ANTONIO ...
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| Glues | 1/17/2008 |
Q: Al, Your suggestion on mending a crack. I just want to know your reasoning for using Titebond iii. ...
A: Hide glue is to be used on all areas that require removal of the part for repairs etc. Titebond III ...
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| Violin | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have a violin from back in the early 1970's that reads:made exsclusively for William Lewis and ...
A: You might look into one of the following shops: WARREN KENNETH & SONS, LTD. 407 S. DEARBORN ...
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| Violin Top Plate Cracks | 1/12/2008 |
Q: I have an old violin. Top Cracks. From end piece to f hole(left). The crack is not totally sealed ...
A: I always suggest permanent type glue for this type of repair. My choice is Titebond III. You should ...
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| Carlo Bergonzi violin | 1/9/2008 |
Q: The case in made out of wood (painted in black). The sticker inside the violin is "Anno 1716 Carlo ...
A: LePAGE FINE STRING INSTRUMENTS the fiddle farm, 2418 TRANS CAN.HWY flat river,pe c.a 180 ...
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| Should I through this violin out. | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I have a violin that I know is at least 80 years old. I has been passed down in my family and noone ...
A: Try one of the following shops: HOLMES J.S. FINE VIOLINS 1157 WENDY CT. ANN ...
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| OLD VIOLIN | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A VIOLIN READS ANDREAS HOYER VIOLIN MACHER 1759 IN KLINGENTHAL IT IS NOT RESTORED I WAS ...
A: The only listings I have in FL. are as follows: ALLEGRO MUSIC CENTER 4537 Ponce de Leon Blvd. ...
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| Carlo Bergonzi violin | 1/6/2008 |
Q: The case in made out of wood (painted in black). The sticker inside the violin is "Anno 1716 Carlo ...
A: Cases are not judged like violins themselves. I can not give you a fair evaluation without seeing ...
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| appraisal | 1/3/2008 |
Q: Can you recommend any one in the Nashville area to appraise violins? Thank you for the time.
A: Here are three places to try in the TN area. NASHVILLE VIOLINS 2810 BRANSFORD ...
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| Did I get ripped off of a Collin Mezin Jr? | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I bought a Collin-Mezin Jr. 3 years ago... and was looking for a new instrument and brought it to ...
A: You bring up a very interesting but complicated question. One thing you must keep in mind is that ...
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| violin restoration | 1/2/2008 |
Q: Dzina. I have several questions regarding a violin that my late grandmother left me. 1) Can you ...
A: A good luthier should repair the crack successfully. naturally it depends on how the original repair ...
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| brand new cello snapped at base of neck | 1/2/2008 |
Q: I found a new, cheap cello in a trash pile (good grief!). The neck is broken right where it ...
A: You are right in your approach to glueing your cello neck. It is OK to use a wood dowel, use a 3/8" ...
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| label | 1/1/2008 |
Q: I have a violin that I cannot find out much about. I'm not interested in value, but I would like to ...
A: Of the 15 members of the Neuner family there are none with the T.F. or J.F. fore name. This could be ...
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| Violin 1722 | 12/25/2007 |
Q: i have a vaolin the is marked inside as '' Faciebat anno 1722 a/s (in a circle) and the '22' is ...
A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ...
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| J. F. Lott Violin question | 12/20/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a violin for my daughter. Inside it is marked, into the wood, J. F. Lott maker ...
A: I find two J.T. Lott's as follows: John Frederick Lott I B.1775, D.1853, Worked 1798-1850 in London. ...
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| repairing cello neck | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I have a beautiful new cello with a broken neck halfway between the scroll and body. I have ...
A: If the crack has a long area I would use Titebond III glue. Put wax paper on a 12" x 2" board, clamp ...
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| Old Lewis and Sons violin | 12/18/2007 |
Q: i noticed that you had answered a question about a lewis and son violin and thought maybe you could ...
A: Original name of the Co. was Root & Lewis. The name was changed to William Lewis & Son and was in ...
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| what kind of violin is this? | 12/14/2007 |
Q: My family has two violins in there basement.One I was told was a Stradivarius. After a little bit of ...
A: You are so right on the Stradivarius violin.The Klotz (Kloz)family is very large, you will have to ...
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| Johann Georg Kessler Violin | 12/9/2007 |
Q: I have a violin someone gave me that has never been played. Inside it says Johann Georg Kessler No. ...
A: BROBST VIOLIN SHOP 5584 GEN. WASHINGTON DR. ALEXANDRIA VA 22312 (703)256-0566 brobstviolins.com ...
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| Johann Georg Kessler Violin | 12/7/2007 |
Q: I have a violin someone gave me that has never been played. Inside it says Johann Georg Kessler No. ...
A: I'm going to go out on a limb, and declare you violin a copy. The very large family of Kessler ...
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| 1749 Strativarious violin | 11/30/2007 |
Q: Could you give me a range value for a 1749 Strativarious violin in average playing condition.
A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ...
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| Andreas Guarnerius violin | 11/26/2007 |
Q: I recently received my grandfather's violin and I'm trying to learn more about it. Inside the ...
A: BLACKERBY VIOLINS LTD. 1111 W. ANDERSON LN. AUSTIN TX 78757 (512)469-9343 info@violinshop.com ...
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| value | 11/24/2007 |
Q: i have an old violin, inside it reads: antonius stradurius cremonae faciebat anno 1716. i was ...
A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ...
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| antonio loveri violin | 11/18/2007 |
Q: My grandmother passed down her Antonio Loveri violin to me-I've since been stationed in Germany, and ...
A: The best I can help you with is the following" BLACKERBY VIOLINS LTD. 1111 W. ANDERSON ...
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| F. Breton violin | 11/15/2007 |
Q: Perhaps you could translate the label; F. Breton brevete de S.A.R. M.. ..Duchese. D.ANGOULEME ...
A: I'm sorry but my French is not very good, or more precise no good at all. Francois Breton, B.1750, ...
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| stradivarious violin | 11/12/2007 |
Q: i was just wondering if u could tell me how to beable to find out the exact date it is or tell me ...
A: The only listings I have is as follows: SAINT LOUIS STRINGS 6331 CLAYTON AVE. SAINT ...
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| violin | 11/9/2007 |
Q: i have a small violin may be from the 1800s or 1844 how do i find out the value and pictures of ones ...
A: Try one of the following shops: BROBST VIOLIN SHOP 5584 GEN. WASHINGTON ...
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| symbol on nose of violin | 11/4/2007 |
Q: My grandfather recently gave me his old violin. It is about 70 years old and the inside label says ...
A: I'm not familiar with the term "nose" on a violin, or do you mean the top of the neck. Without ...
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| chin rest | 11/1/2007 |
Q: I am a violin player and i have had a certain Scott Cio full-size violin since June. Recently, the ...
A: Chin rests can be adjusted to fit better. You will notice that the two vertical rods have small ...
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| Dominicus Montagna violin | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I have an old violin with two bows and a case. It is marked inside : Dominicus Montagna sub ~ gnum ...
A: Maybe one of these is closer: MASON STEVE LUTHIERS 3809 W. 24th ...
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| Stainer violin | 10/28/2007 |
Q: I have recently come across a Stainer violin. Other than the Stainer name behind the neck on the ...
A: Try one of the following: BEARE I. & A., LTD. 1776 BROADWAY STE. 1701 NEW ...
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| Dominicus Montagna violin | 10/28/2007 |
Q: I have an old violin with two bows and a case. It is marked inside : Dominicus Montagna sub ~ gnum ...
A: The only listings I have for your area are as follows: SAINT LOUIS STRINGS 6331 CLAYTON AVE. SAINT ...
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| violin shops | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I live in Chattanoog TN, are there any fine violin shops around here? In a 2 hour radius? I need an ...
A: The only listings I have in TN are as follows: SCOTT KELVIN VIOLINS 1329 ARMSTRONG ...
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| Theodor Schrage, Violin-Maker | 10/24/2007 |
Q: Mr. Dzina, As a favor to a friend, I am looking for information about Theodor Schrage, a ...
A: Theodor Schrage B?, D1931, Worked 1908-1930, in Berlin, Germany. August Herrmann & Son 1883-1900 ...
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| Glass Violin | 10/24/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me a little about the violin I played for years as a youth. It is a full size violin ...
A: It is very difficult to answer your question with the info, given. There are 3 Fried Aug. Glass as ...
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| JB Collin-Mezin | 10/21/2007 |
Q: Stumbled upon a beautiful French looking violin which has the label: Ch. J.B. Collin-Mezin PARIS ...
A: Charles Jean Baptiste B.1841, D.1923, Worked 1868-1921 in Paris, France. Auction price $734 to ...
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| What brand? | 10/21/2007 |
Q: My 12 year old daughter is interested in playing the violin, classes start really soon. I am ...
A: If the violins you list are under $200 it indicates to me that they are made in China. There is ...
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| getting a stored violin in playing shape? | 10/21/2007 |
Q: I was wondering what effects humidity and such would have on a bow and violin. My in-laws have had ...
A: Most violins store well if the strings are slightly loosened and stored in an inside closet. ...
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| "Caspar da Salo" violin | 10/19/2007 |
Q: I have inherited the violin which has two "Caspar da Salo" markings. One is inside the instrument ...
A: Caspar da Salo (Bertolotti) B. 1540, D. 1609, Worked 1568- 1609 in Brescia, Italy. If your violin is ...
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| violin id | 10/15/2007 |
Q: I am helping an elderly lady with her estate and she has an old violin which belonged to her ...
A: I will explain below: Faciebat Cremona 1713" (Fabricated in Cremona, Italy a copy of an Antonius ...
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| W. Herrmann violin bow | 10/10/2007 |
Q: Al, I live in Wichita, Kansas USA. I recently purchased a violin bow at a local estate sale. I am ...
A: Walter Herrmann B. 1899 D.? Worked 1921-1951 in Schoenlind, Germany. The # 50 should indicate the ...
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| Rosin | 10/5/2007 |
Q: I am curious to know how to rosin my bow. I'm a bass player and I just bought my first double bass, ...
A: What you need to do is cross-hatch the surface of your rosin block. You can use a nail or sharp ...
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| violin sizes | 10/4/2007 |
Q: what are the sizes of violins? how long are they?
A: A violin is measured by its body length only. Take the distance from next to the heel to the bottom ...
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| Viola | 10/1/2007 |
Q: Can you recommend any reputable viola shops in the Memphis,TN area? I have been playing for about 10 ...
A: These are the only listings I have in TN: SCOTT KELVIN VIOLINS 1329 ARMSTRONG ...
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| C.B. Vachon Violin | 9/29/2007 |
Q: A woman in the Akron area would like to donate her late husband's violin to the University of Akron ...
A: I'm sorry but I can not even step-up to the plate in your ballpark. Without hearing or seeing the ...
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| craftmanship of handmade violin | 9/26/2007 |
Q: I have inherited what appears to be a handmade violin. It has no label or insignia. The sound peg ...
A: All good or great violins are handmade, but that does not mean all handmade violins are good or ...
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| violin repair - sound peg | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I have a Scherl and Roth, Model R300E4, violin that looks to be in excellent condition, however, the ...
A: The sound post is referred to as the soul of the violin. It must be placed at a very exact place by ...
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| Value of Old German Violin? | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I went to a local violin shop here in Atlanta and purchased an old german violin. I was wondering ...
A: F. Sacconi, B.1895, D.1974 Born in Rome, Moved to the U.S. in 1931 N.Y. Worked from 1912 - 1950. ...
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| Gustav August Ficker violin history | 9/22/2007 |
Q: After a long search for the right violin, I purchased a Gustav August Ficker about a year and a half ...
A: G.A. Ficker B?. D?, Worked 1924-1955 in Germany. William Lewis & Son a fine dealer in ILL. ...
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| Guarnerius in Mexico | 9/21/2007 |
Q: My name is Gunther Soto, I live in Mexiko and my German grandfather gave to my mom before he died a ...
A: The only solution is that you will have to travel to the U.S.A. or ship the instrument to a shop in ...
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| I inherited a violin and hairless bow.... | 9/21/2007 |
Q: Antonius Stradivarius Cremonenfis Faciebat Anno 17 Jackson-Guldan Violin Co. ....Columbus, Ohio, On ...
A: There is nothing so sad as a "hairless bow." Now to get serious, Jackson-Guldan Violin Co was in ...
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| egidius klotz violin | 9/10/2007 |
Q: I have a violin that looks extremely old and battered but still plays nicely. On the inside there is ...
A: The label should be read as, Jacobus Hornsteiner having created a hand-made reproduction of a ...
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| violin guarnerius | 9/8/2007 |
Q: Buenos dias, soy de uruguay, America del Sur y mi consulta es la siguiente: Tengo un violin que reza ...
A: Sorry it took me so long to answer your question. I had to find someone to translate from Spanish to ...
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| violin bow repair | 9/6/2007 |
Q: My husband just bought a violin. We both want to 'fiddle' with it but nothing formal. It is an ...
A: Most bow brakes can be repaired, but it is costly, approx. $60.00. An inexpensive bow would cost ...
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| violin and bow makers | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I have several bows and 3 violins that belonged to my father. Any information about them would be ...
A: I wish you would have listed your items in separate vertical order, some have (,)and some (-) it's ...
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| Joseph Kloz | 8/27/2007 |
Q: Would it be possible to have a real Joseph Kloz violin dating 1730? I thought he was born later ...
A: There are only five Joseph Kloz members in the very large Kloz family. As you have already found out ...
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| GERMAN VIOLIN | 8/27/2007 |
Q: During WWII, my father took a violin out of an abandoned chateau. Label inside reads CHRIFT ...
A: Not having heard the tone of the violin it makes things hard to judge. We must always remember that ...
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| info on old violin | 8/23/2007 |
Q: My Uncle gave me a violin made in Czedio-slovokia in 1942 it is a copy of a Stradivarius and needs ...
A: The only listings I have for Kansas are as follows: MASON STEVE LUTHIERS 3809 W. 24th ...
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| student violin recommendation | 8/10/2007 |
Q: our 14 yr old son is entering HS and is a very advanced piano player and has been playing sax @ ...
A: Listed below are all the PA shops that I have listings for. FEGLEY'S VIOLIN SHOP 400 W. 37th ...
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| Help with a Makers Mark | 8/10/2007 |
Q: My son plays the violin, I just buy the stuff for him and enjoy listening. I just bought what I ...
A: I only have two listings in FL: Take your pick: ALLEGRO MUSIC CENTER 4537 Ponce de Leon Blvd. ...
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| student violin recommendation | 8/9/2007 |
Q: our 14 yr old son is entering HS and is a very advanced piano player and has been playing sax @ ...
A: The most important guide are your Sons two ears. Do not be fooled by brand alone. Lock for a violin ...
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| accreditation | 8/6/2007 |
Q: Al, Thank you for all the great information you have supplied. I have read back and you seem to have ...
A: Yes, there are organization that do in fact (certify ???) appraisers. I do not belong to one of ...
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| Jay Haide violin | 8/1/2007 |
Q: I'm a beginner but I wish to buy a violin that will remain sufficient as I advance. My budget for ...
A: A Chinese violin is still a Chinese violin. I would answer all your questions with a positive yes, ...
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| Guarnerius violin | 7/30/2007 |
Q: a friend of mine found a violin in very good shape in the attic of the house she moved into ...
A: I'm sorry but the area around Albany is not familiar to me. So I am sending you all my N.Y. ...
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| violin refinishing | 7/29/2007 |
Q: I own a Craftsman (made in china) violin. I lend it to a friend who used it as a visual aid in her ...
A: Oh!!my what a mess! If the violin has painted purfling you have only one choice, that would be to ...
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| Violin ID | 7/25/2007 |
Q: A dear friend gave me a violin before he died. He had told me he'd had it verified that it was a ...
A: Try one of the following: NASHVILLE VIOLINS 2810 BRANSFORD ...
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| Johann Ulrich Fichtl... copies? | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a little violin (it's much thinner than most, and the body is smaller) that ...
A: I think the label is valid. J.U.F. worked from 1750-1769 Auction pricing from $395-$3,540. Have the ...
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| Guarnerius Violin | 7/20/2007 |
Q: I have a violin with a label inside that says "Andreas Guarnerius fecit Cremonae fub titulo Sanctae ...
A: The only listings I have in NC are as follows: MONTGOMERY JOHN INC. 509 HILLSBOROUGH ...
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| How to determine value | 7/15/2007 |
Q: I have a violin that has been in the family since before 1900. It says Nicolaus Amatus fecit in ...
A: I have no listing in Dallas itself, But try the following: ANTONIO STRAD VIOLIN 10288 SAN PEDRO ...
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| my grandpas violin | 7/14/2007 |
Q: I've played violin for the last eight years with a violin my Grandpa gave me when I started playing. ...
A: I'm sorry but I have no listings in Arizona at all. But you may try one of the following in New ...
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| pietro violin | 7/14/2007 |
Q: i e.mailed you yesterday al you needed more info on your return email its a pietro vareni violin ...
A: Took a lot of digging, but we finally have some info. for you. Pietro Vareni is a (tradename) for ...
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| Violin information | 7/9/2007 |
Q: I have an old violin that was handed down to me. We want to sell it but don't know anything about ...
A: More then likely it is a copy of a Strad. All Strads. have been accounted for. I'd be shooting in ...
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| Identify Violin | 7/9/2007 |
Q: My violin has a label on the inside reading "Antonius Stradiuarius Cremonensis Faciebat Anno 1734". ...
A: The only two listings that I have in South Carolina are as followes: BERNHARDT HOUSE OF VIOLINS 10 ...
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| violin varnish damage | 7/8/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a new (2007) violin, and after using a chin-pad a few times while playing, I ...
A: The high humidity could be part of the problem. The main issue is that the varnish has not cured ...
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| lewis and son violin | 7/4/2007 |
Q: i was recently given a lewis and son violin #125 it says it was made in mittenwald germany, i was ...
A: William Lewis& Son ran a very successful violin shop in Chicago, IL., from 1874 to 1978. Not only ...
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| old violin | 6/30/2007 |
Q: I bought a violin that has the name Martin Fichtel and the date 1785 writeen inside the violin. ...
A: Martin Fichtel (Fichtl) worked from 1762-1770, there is no information when he was born or died. It ...
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| jacobus stainer 1659 violin | 6/28/2007 |
Q: i have a 1659 Jacobus Stainer in Absam. need help in locating a expert to see if real or copy. ...
A: Here is a list of people in Ohio that should be able to help you: ANTONIO VIOLINS 4009 MAIN ...
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| Stradivarius 1713 | 6/26/2007 |
Q: I have a very antique looking 3/4 size violin and the inscription reads - Antonius Stradivarius ...
A: Your chances are zero to none. It just so happens that the year 1713 was the most copied Strad. All ...
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| roth violin | 6/25/2007 |
Q: I recently started playing the violin so my knowlege of makers and quality of violins or not very ...
A: Ernst Heinrich Roth (1)B.1877 D.1948, Worked 1902-1948 in Markneukirchen, Germany. Auction price of ...
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| roth violin | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I recently started playing the violin so my knowlege of makers and quality of violins or not very ...
A: The Roth family is large, there are 4 makers that made violins in the 1926 time frame. What I really ...
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| violin | 6/20/2007 |
Q: I have a violin which had been in the family for a long time purchased from my grandfather 1900 and ...
A: There is no way that I can validate the value or originality of your violin without seeing it. ...
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| joan.carl.kloz 1763 | 6/17/2007 |
Q: i recently inherited a violin which belonged to my great grandfather. it is a joan.carl.kloz c.1763. ...
A: You may want to check the spelling of the first name, I think it should be Johann not Joan. The ...
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| Breton Brevette violin | 6/12/2007 |
Q: My husband recently purchased a Breton Brevette violin. It was said to be either circa 1920's or ...
A: The maker of your violin was Francois Breton B. 1750 D. 1830. Worked from 1802 till 1830 in ...
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| Is this a good brand to buy? | 6/11/2007 |
Q: I am 14 yrs old and have been playing the violin for about 4 years. I was wondering if you have ...
A: The Klier family is large, but there is no listing of an Otto Jos Klier. If you are in the market ...
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| Joan Corol Kloz 1790 violin | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I recently acquired a violin with a tag inside that reads Joan Corol Kloz, Mittenwald Germany 1790. ...
A: I do not have a listing in Buffalo itself, following is a list of all the NY people that could help ...
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| old violin | 6/10/2007 |
Q: We have a Nocolas Bertholini--1810 violin. It needs a bow, strings bridge & one peg. We have the ...
A: Nicolas Bertholini, Worked from 1870 to 1880. The date of your inst. is not in line with his work ...
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| Johann Georg Kessler Fiddle | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I have owned this fiddle since 1975 and would appreciate any information or where I might go for ...
A: J.G. Kessler, B.1735-D.1801, Worked from 1754 to 1790 in Markneukirchen, Germany. His instruments ...
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| Joan Corol Kloz 1790 violin | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I recently acquired a violin with a tag inside that reads Joan Corol Kloz, Mittenwald Germany 1790. ...
A: Of the 30 odd listing of Kloz family members there is no listing of a Joan Corol. Without seeing the ...
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| Information on a Glass violin | 6/6/2007 |
Q: I have a violin that was purchased in the mid-late 1800's with the label Fried. Aug. Glass ...
A: F.A.Glass (2) Born 1799 Died 1860 Worked 1830 to 1860 in Kilingenthal, Germany. The value of copied ...
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| R Kurt Hoyer | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I have recently acquired a guitar with a makers name showing R. Kurt Hoyer of Lauten und geigenbur. ...
A: My mistake I thought you were state side, I'm sorry but I have no listings in the British Isles. In ...
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| Violin | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I am purchasing a violin for my 13 yr old son. He has played for a year and a half. One instrument ...
A: We are still hitting a snag. The only listing I have is for a Marcell Pichler, Worker from 1673 to ...
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| Violin | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I am purchasing a violin for my 13 yr old son. He has played for a year and a half. One instrument ...
A: I'm very sorry but I have no info. on a Lothar Pichier. Are you sure of the spelling of his last ...
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| R Kurt Hoyer | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I have recently acquired a guitar with a makers name showing R. Kurt Hoyer of Lauten und geigenbur. ...
A: Kurt Reinhardt Hoyer B. 1901 D.? Worked 1929-1949. The Hoyer family is very large, 74 strong. ...
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| johan christian ficker violin | 5/23/2007 |
Q: i own a probe violino cremona 1789, not in the best condition. i have NO idea what could or should ...
A: I have no listings in Pittsburgh, but one of these may be close to your area:FEGLEY'S VIOLIN ...
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| johan christian ficker violin | 5/22/2007 |
Q: i own a probe violino cremona 1789, not in the best condition. i have NO idea what could or should ...
A: There were 3 Johann Christian Ficker's, the only one that fits the date of your instrument is the ...
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| Bridge shape | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I am aware of the shape of the top of the bridge and done some reading on other dimensions but ...
A: I do not understand the question about the "bridge being wedge shaped with the longer side towards ...
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| Bretdon Violin | 5/20/2007 |
Q: I have just come into the possession of a violin that my brother found in his attic. It looks very ...
A: I only have two listings in N.J. as follows: BACELAR STRING INSTS. INC 2073 WASHINGTON VALLEY ...
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| Bretdon Violin | 5/18/2007 |
Q: I have just come into the possession of a violin that my brother found in his attic. It looks very ...
A: Kimberly; I can not find any Info. on a maker by the name of BRETDON. It sounds like someone that ...
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| martin violin? | 5/14/2007 |
Q: Did C F Martin(as in gutiar)ever make a violin? I'am going to an auction that has a violin listed ...
A: Two C.F. Martins also made violins as follows: C.F. Martin(1) B.1796-D.1873 Worked 1833-1873. C.F. ...
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| Strings Over or Under? | 5/12/2007 |
Q: I recently was playing my violin and a string broke. I noticed that all the strings overlap on the ...
A: Normal string winding is in the overlap position. It really matters only to the extent that all ...
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| violin | 5/9/2007 |
Q: I have a half size violin, one piece back, very flamed wood with a label that has Fredrich August ...
A: I find two possibles for your (Sennate) violin. 1. J. Settin, Born in Italy 1893 Died in N.Y. 1967 ...
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| violin | 5/7/2007 |
Q: I have a half size violin, one piece back, very flamed wood with a label that has Fredrich August ...
A: I'm sorry to have to give you the following info. Of the 35 members of the Heberlein family there is ...
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| Old German Violin question | 5/3/2007 |
Q: My father recently gave us one of his old violins. It is stamped inside made by Antonio Loveri, ...
A: Try one of the following: CASA del SOL VIOLINS, LTD. 4302 E. 62nd ...
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| Old German Violin question | 5/1/2007 |
Q: My father recently gave us one of his old violins. It is stamped inside made by Antonio Loveri, ...
A: The name Antonio Loveri is a trade name, they were made by various makers in Germany in the 1925 ...
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| Class project | 4/27/2007 |
Q: my daughter and I are making a standup bass for her 4th grade instrument project.We are just using a ...
A: I would suggest a round hole as found on acoustic guitars, about 5 to 6 inch dia. Or two slots where ...
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| max grossman violin | 4/26/2007 |
Q: 1909 Max Grossman No.44 Neu Cremona Kunstinstrumentenbau 13 3/4 inch two piece maple back, spruce ...
A: Dr. Max Grossman B. 1856, D.1928 Worked from 1904-1914. Max studied acoustics for 20 years, ...
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| My old German violin | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I just recently bought a beautiful violin at a German violin shop in Costa Mesa,CA. I wanted to know ...
A: Sometimes labels are hard to read. Yours more than likely reads NEUNER and HORNSTEINER. These two ...
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| antonius stradivarius cremonensis faciebat anno 1714 | 4/22/2007 |
Q: I just picked up a violin from an estate sale in europe for $100. Inside of the violin it says ...
A: Most important of all, the violins of A.S. have been accounted for through the years. I'm not ...
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| Johann Georg Kessler violin | 4/19/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help me in finding some information on Johann Georg Kessler violins, ...
A: Bruno & Sons was an instrument importer in New York City from 1884 to 1924. Johann Greog Kessler. ...
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| Stradivarius violins | 4/17/2007 |
Q: My wife and I are in posession of a family heirloom, violin, that is marked inside and on the neck. ...
A: It is true, all Strads have been accounted for. Without seeing the violin, I would say it is worth ...
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| Unique Styled Violin | 4/16/2007 |
Q: I had a violin stolen from my home, and I have never seen another like it. It was dated 1789, it was ...
A: Yes I have seen violins with these type of tuning gears. They were popular for a number of years, ...
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| Stainer Violin | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I am trying to find a way to locate some one who could give me a value of a Stainer Violin. Do you ...
A: I do not have a listing for West Frankfort but you maybe close to one of the following; A440 VIOLIN ...
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| Guarnerius Violin | 4/15/2007 |
Q: my name is Carol and I live in Australia. On the 14th April 2007, I sent you a Question on a ...
A: Sorry for the mix-up, I could be at fault because I'm not the most up to speed on computer workings. ...
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| Klotz violin | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I would like to estimate the value of a violin I inherited from my mother. I realize that I need to ...
A: A good or (honest) luthier should be able to look at the violin and tell you if it merits an ...
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| Stradivarius | 4/9/2007 |
Q: My father has a Antonius Stradivarious CremonenLis Fiddle/Violin and the inside of it has that ...
A: We cam assume right off that it is not a real Strad. because it says Made in Germany. Stradivarius ...
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| Refinish help | 4/8/2007 |
Q: I purchased a fiddle inside says Copy of Georg Klotz Czecho-slovakia. Someone had painted the top ...
A: If you want to fix the parts that have come unglued yourself be very careful. Use only hide glue to ...
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| Nicolas Bertolini Violin | 4/5/2007 |
Q: I have a violin played by my father in the 1920,s. looks very old and dusty. Where would I go to ...
A: NB worked from 1890 to 1926 in Mirecourt,France. He made what is called commercial instruments, with ...
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| violin construction | 4/2/2007 |
Q: In one of your replies, you said that violins that are lighter in weight generally have a better ...
A: An instrument that is made of dry wood and as few as possible coats of varnish, will have a better ...
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| VIOLIN MADE 1780--JACOBUS STAINER | 3/29/2007 |
Q: MY HUSBAND INHERITED THE FOLLOWING VIOLIN: INSIDE IT SAYS: JACOBUS STAINER IN ABSAM PROPE OENIPONTUM ...
A: I'm not sure where Early is located try the following: ANTONIO STRAD VIOLIN 10288 SAN PEDRO #2 SAN ...
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| violins | 3/25/2007 |
Q: what does 1/4,1/2,3/4,4/4 scales mean and what is the differences in violins.....are they regular ...
A: Violins are measured by body size only. The area to measure is from the bottom of the instrument to ...
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| Strat violin | 3/25/2007 |
Q: What is a luthier & how do I find one??I have a violin that says it is a Stradivarius. How do I find ...
A: An honest luthier should charge nothing to look at your inst. and let you know if what you have is ...
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| Grienberger Violin | 3/23/2007 |
Q: When my Father passed away he left me a violin which he played for many years. I'm trying to find ...
A: J.G. was born 1800 & died 1865, worked from 1820 till 1865. Worked at Urfahr near Linz, Austria. ...
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| Info on violin | 3/16/2007 |
Q: My wife was given a violin about 15 years ago and I recently pulled it out of the attic. The label ...
A: Of my 20,000+ list of violin makers there is no listing of an Arthur Teller, please look again at ...
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| stringing a violin | 3/15/2007 |
Q: I just bought a new electric violin and I don't know how to string it. It came with a inch and a ...
A: That piece of wood you are talking about is the bridge. Somewhere on the body of the instrument ...
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| How to choose a violin | 3/13/2007 |
Q: I was told that to get a good sounding violin it must be a much older one. I bought my violin new ...
A: There is a great deal of myth involved in violin tone quality. Age is very important to a violins ...
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| old violin | 3/12/2007 |
Q: The label inside the violin appears hand written in a foreign language, presumably german. The ...
A: I checked my entire alpha listing under G for a G--felder, but no luck. Try the following in your ...
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| old violin | 3/11/2007 |
Q: I have an violin labelled "Johann Adam Gdyonfelber, Neukirchen 1743" Please tell me it's rare and ...
A: Are you sure of the spelling of the last name of this violin maker? "Gdy...." is a very odd spelling ...
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| violin | 3/9/2007 |
Q: ------------------------------------------- The text above is a follow-up to ... i have a violin ...
A: C.A. Gotz jr.comes from a large family of violin makers. There is no indication of his birth or ...
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| STAINER VIOLIN | 2/21/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a Jacobus Stainer ABFAM prope Oenipontium 1645. This is etched on the inside of ...
A: J.S. born 1621, died 1683. Worked from 1640 to 1679. The greatest maker of the Stainer family. If it ...
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| Violin Bow | 2/12/2007 |
Q: Hi I am a intermediate violin player, recently my violin teacher suggest me to upgrade my violin bow ...
A: With all of my available resources I can find no listing of a bow maker named Lyon. $1900.00 sounds ...
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| beginner violins | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I am going to buy a violin for my husband as a gift and I was wondering what kind of violin I should ...
A: That is a hard question to answer. Because what I suggest might not be available in your part of the ...
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| Georg Carl KreBschmann | 2/3/2007 |
Q: I have a violin that was handed down from my grandfather. It has the name Georg Carl KreBschmann on ...
A: First let me say that there is no listing of a Georg Carl KreBschmann, but there is a Georg Carl ...
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| Violin repair | 2/3/2007 |
Q: I have a violin that my father used as a child. It is a Stainer replica(printed sticker on inside). ...
A: The restoration of violins is something I do all the time. I am located in Southern Calif. if you ...
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| I bought a new violin and... | 2/1/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a violin from a local luthier. It has a carved spruce top and back, with a ...
A: Of the 33 names I have a listing in the Pfretzshner family there is no listing of a Hinrich. I can ...
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| Andreas Guarnerius Violin | 1/21/2007 |
Q: I have a violin that belonged to my grandmother. It was bought by her parents in 1902. It has a ...
A: I am quite familiar with the very famous Guarneri family of violin makers. Andreas Guarneri was born ...
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| violin | 1/15/2007 |
Q: im just wondering how do I determine if a violin is good or not? Not just based on sound, but ...
A: I do not want to seem high and mighty, but if you think that I can cram 65 years of experience ...
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| noting to do with violins | 1/9/2007 |
Q: Did you ever work for Anaconda in Anaheim? Mick
A: Yes I did, if I remember it was 78-82. How have you been, what are you doing and where? I have my ...
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| Violin | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I was wondering what it means if the year is not complete on a violin ie...just the first 2 digits. ...
A: If the year is not completed it means the inst. is a copy. The old rock like objects are rosin ...
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| Bergonzi violin | 1/8/2007 |
Q: Just read your answer to Ed about his Bergonzi. I have a similar instrument that belonged to my ...
A: With the name AUDINOT stamped on the inside of the back it indicates to me that it is a copy. There ...
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| Violin Origin - Lud. Heberlein | 1/5/2007 |
Q: I received a very beautiful violin from my father who was a violinist. He bought this violin about ...
A: You are right there are at least 18 real Heberleins out there, and no one knows how many fakes. I ...
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| nicolas bertholini | 1/2/2007 |
Q: I've recently been given an original Nicolas Bertholini full size violin made in the 1810's. Where ...
A: N. Bertholini worked from 1870 to 1880 so that leaves the 1810 date out of the picture. An inst. of ...
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| Francois Breton | 1/1/2007 |
Q: My aunt has a violin that has been in the family for a number of years it says Francois Breton 1790 ...
A: F. Breton, born 1789 died 1830, worked 1802-1830. Instruments sold at auction from $515 to $1850. ...
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| herold violin | 12/27/2006 |
Q: I have an old violin that I used to play. I have had it for 30 years. It came from my teacher and he ...
A: Carl Anton Herold established an export company in Germany during 1833. It seems like it lasted till ...
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| Cello Maintenance | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I just bought a cello for my wife as a holiday surprise. She used to play many years ago. I know ...
A: I know my bio. indicates that I make violins, you are correct, care and feeding of all instruments ...
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| Violin | 12/20/2006 |
Q: I bought a violin at an estate sale that says Karl Moeckel Berlin 1894. I have researched this ...
A: I'm very sorry but I have no info. on Moeckel, one ref. said to look under Mockel but still no info. ...
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| Vintage Violin information | 12/19/2006 |
Q: I am glad you originated your craft making in Germany because I have a question about a vintage ...
A: If you think that because I was trained in Germany it will make it easier to answer your question, ...
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| do u need 2 | 12/14/2006 |
Q: k im jus learning how 2 play the vilion and im not really getting how u put the rosin on the bow and ...
A: No you do not need to heat the rosin. You might need to scratch the surface of the rosin to break ...
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| How to find a good violin repair person | 12/12/2006 |
Q: My husband has a violin he's owned for more than 60 years. Now that he's retired and has more time, ...
A: The name Pietro Vareni is not a real person, it is a trade name used in France and Germany. Your ...
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| f-hole | 12/12/2006 |
Q: My gf and I were discussing my violin earlier tonight and she asked me why the f-hole is so ...
A: The reason for the shape of the tone holes on the violin is because of the arched top, if slots or ...
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| Friedrich August Heberlin | 12/10/2006 |
Q: I googled my violin maker's name and came across a question regarding him. i have no idea how much ...
A: There is no violin maker by the Heberlin. There are many with a name spelled Heberlein, but none ...
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| viola | 12/9/2006 |
Q: We are considering upgrading our sons viola. Is there some preferred brands that are still ...
A: Brand is not important, most reasonable priced inst. are made in Chine. The sound is the most ...
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| Violin Maker | 12/4/2006 |
Q: Do have any auction listings of any of the Schonfelder violins from 1900 to 1960?I have an old ...
A: No not really, One Emil Karl S. Born 1877 Died 1949. Worked 1900-1945 ...
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| Violin Maker | 12/3/2006 |
Q: I have an old violin, and I've been searching forever trying to find something out about it. The ...
A: I'm afraid that I wont be able to put a great deal of light on to your question. But here goes, C.F. ...
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| plywood double bass touch-up refinishing | 12/2/2006 |
Q: Dzina, My daughter has a Kay plywood bass built between 1965-68. The front has a couple of visible ...
A: It depends how deep the gouges are. If they have gone past the first layer of ply the water and heat ...
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| violin repair | 11/28/2006 |
Q: How to take off the violin fingerboard? I will change an maple painted fingerboard for ebony's one. ...
A: As long as your f/b was glued with normal hide glue it should come off easy. Remove strings and nut, ...
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| Could it be the real thing? | 11/27/2006 |
Q: My husband (age 72) has a violin that belonged to his grandfather so we estimate it to be 150 years ...
A: You are correct on the dates for A.G. It is sure to be a copy with the dates as far apart as they ...
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| 1754 Bergonzi - copy or original? | 11/27/2006 |
Q: I have acquired a violin 23 1/2" in total length, the main body measuring about 14". Inside, under ...
A: More then likely it is a copy. Carlo (I) was the better maker of this family. He was born 1676, died ...
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| Hide glue | 11/20/2006 |
Q: How does the hide glue in the bottle compare to the traditional pot melted glue. I am going to ...
A: Liquid Hide Glue in the bottle is just as strong as hot pot glue. I'm in favor of using Titebond III ...
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| faciebat anno violin | 11/20/2006 |
Q: Appreciate your reply on this. Can u share with me whats the special characteristic and signature ...
A: You must remember the a label in a violin is only a slip of paper, that anyone can install or ...
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| Information on an old violin | 11/17/2006 |
Q: My mother has an old violin that is playable with the following information inside. Von Fried Aug. ...
A: There were 3 F.A.Glass of a very large family of about 15 -20 makers. The following info. is on ...
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| faciebat anno violin | 11/17/2006 |
Q: Appreciate if you can help me on this. I chanced upon this Atonius Stradiuarius Cremonensis ...
A: Without seeing the inst. it is difficult to tell wether it is worth restoring. The term faciebat ...
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| choosing a violin | 11/14/2006 |
Q: My son is 16, has played classical piano for 8 years, and classical and jazz trumpet for almost 7. ...
A: You can get a very good violin for about $200 that is made in China. Make sure the inst. has a ...
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| Violin | 11/14/2006 |
Q: I am in possession of a violin which has two labels on the inside. 1st label reads: Atelier's de ...
A: Marc Laberte, Born 1880 Died 1963, made insts. from 1905 to 1928. Copied almost all of the worlds ...
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| Heberlein | 11/13/2006 |
Q: I have a violin with a label "Fritz Lud. Heberlein" gegenbauer Markneukirchen i. S. (printed) Anno ...
A: Fritz H. made violins from 1913-1940 the date of 1949 on your label indicates a copy or maybe his ...
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| Purchasing a quality student violin | 11/13/2006 |
Q: I am 35 years old, play the guitar and the piano and recently have decided to fulfill a dream of ...
A: There are many fine violins out of China. You should be able to get an inst. for about $130 to $150. ...
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| hawkes&son? | 11/12/2006 |
Q: i was given a violin that was originally my grandfathers. on the label inside it says: the ...
A: Hawkes & Son made insts. from 1890-1910 in London. Their insts. have sold at auction from $235 to ...
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| ANDREAS HOYER VIOLIN | 11/4/2006 |
Q: Do you know who he was ?...thanks. Lou
A: There are only four Andreas Hoyer out of a family of Hoyers of approx. 20 members. None of the four ...
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| How much is it worth? | 11/2/2006 |
Q: I have a violin and on the inside this is what it says:Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenoponium ...
A: No,it is not a real Jacobus Stainer, because Stainer did not put his name on the back below the ...
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| Value of a violin | 10/31/2006 |
Q: I have some questions regarding a violin I am considering to purchase for my daughter. It is a full ...
A: First I must ask if your Daughter has been measured for a 4/4 sized instrument? That is the first ...
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| reaming and replacing old pegs | 10/31/2006 |
Q: I have 15 old 3/4 size violins that I need to replace pegs on. I bought a spiral peg reamer and a ...
A: There is no doubt that single blade peg shapers are a bear to use. I have the same problem myself. ...
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| Violins makers | 10/30/2006 |
Q: My father's father Herman Harry Bernhardt was born in NY and his parent came from Prussia. In the ...
A: I'm afraid you ask a lot of questions which will not allow me to give you real answers. But at any ...
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| cello repair | 10/28/2006 |
Q: I have an old cello that the top and back has separated from the sides in 3 or 4 places-each one ...
A: Yes you should be able to the get glue into the separations. Use Titebond Hide Glue, do not use any ...
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| kay double bass 1940s | 10/25/2006 |
Q: I want to stain the bass a darker color than before. I'm not sure what type of wood filler to use or ...
A: I'm going to suggest that you be seated before I answer your follow-up question. Are You Sitting ...
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| kay double bass 1940s | 10/24/2006 |
Q: I have sanded the bass down to the plywood. I do not know how to proceed with the refinishing. ...
A: I'm not really sure what you want to do. Some people leave the body clear and just apply a few coats ...
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| Value | 10/16/2006 |
Q: my dad apparently has a Stadivarius violin that he purchased in the 1940's. He was told that it was ...
A: There is no thing as a second grade Stradivarius. All of Strad's violins have been accounted for ...
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| value of old violins | 10/15/2006 |
Q: Keeping in mind the obvious limitations of not having the instrument in hand, can you give any ...
A: Label #1, My records do not list a J.A. Hyland, it could be an amatuer builder that is not well ...
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| Maker | 10/15/2006 |
Q: I have a violin which my Dad gave to me some years ago.He told me that my uncle was working in North ...
A: I have no record of a violin maker named S. Gous. I must assume that he was a an amateur maker in ...
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| I have an old violin | 10/14/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help me find any information about one of my violins. My father's ...
A: My records do not indicate a Josef Mayer. I only show two a Hermann and a Kurt, both died before the ...
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| Violin origin | 10/11/2006 |
Q: I have a violin with out a label in the F-hole or anywhere that I can find. Is there another place ...
A: First of all let me explain that a label is not always a valid device. When I evaluate a violin I ...
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| violin bow care | 10/9/2006 |
Q: hi i was just wondering how not to get your bow hair black and what i should do if my bow hair is ...
A: Are you talking about the black caused by rosin and dirt? Or are you talking about black bow hair? ...
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| Violin | 10/7/2006 |
Q: I was givin a violin from within the family. I was wondering where to have it repaired and if you ...
A: Tell me where you live and I might be able to guide you to a repair shop. The violin was most likely ...
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| What too look for in a violin? | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I want to purchase another violin for my daughter. We bought her a mass produced, inexpensive ...
A: You indicate that you would like to buy a nice one. I think that nice is the wrong word to use. Yes, ...
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| heberlein violin | 9/30/2006 |
Q: Recently, I acquired a violin made by Friedrich August Heberlein in Leipztig. It appears to be ...
A: Get a hold of Richard Gagliardi, 475 Davison St. Maywood, N.J. 07607. Phone & Fax (201)845-6315 ...
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| Violin | 9/27/2006 |
Q: I am trying to find out some information about a Joseph Guarnerius 1742 model violin made by C. B. ...
A: Vachon, Charles Borromie. Born at Quebec, Canada. French parentage. Pupil of William Cundy ay ...
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| Intermediate student looking to upgrade violin | 9/26/2006 |
Q: I'm a intermediate-level student looking to upgrade my violin. Someone at my work place has ...
A: Let me give you a little history about Kessler, Johann Georg. Born 1735. Died 1801. Master in the ...
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| cello setup | 9/22/2006 |
Q: I know this may be outside your area of expertise but I recently got a cello without the fine ...
A: 1. Most pro. players use one fine tuner only on the "A" string. The higher the tension that a string ...
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| Violin Maker | 9/21/2006 |
Q: I have recently acquired an unusual violin. Looks like its made of cedar or possibly mesquite (I ...
A: I'm very sorry but there is no recorded history on a J.W. Smith a violin maker. My only comment is ...
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| The effect of temperature on a violin. | 9/21/2006 |
Q: I've been playing the violin for a couple of years now, and am currently doing a research project on ...
A: Temperature of high levels can do great harm to a violin. If a violin, for example is left in an ...
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| Sound post | 9/20/2006 |
Q: I misplaced the sound post inside of my violin and now it's rolling around in it.This is only my ...
A: You need special tools to handle the sound post. The position of the SP is very critical to the ...
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| Is my violin authentic ? | 9/18/2006 |
Q: I have 3 very old violins which belonged to my grandfather. On one of them has inside it written: ...
A: It is impossible to determine an instrumnts true valve without seeing it. Photos really do not help, ...
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| violin purchase | 9/18/2006 |
Q: I'm going to buy a violin and i would like to have the opinion of an expert before i do so. The ...
A: It's a good thing t |
