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Violin/Questions Answered by Expert Al Dzina
| Subject | Date Asked |
| stainer violin | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: 08087- can get to philly, atlantic city- i would appreciate a referral- judy A: Try one of the following shops' OSTER FREDERICK FINE VIOLINS 1529 PINE ... | |
| two violins-value? | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: violin a: antonius stradiuarius cremonensis faciebat anno 1769 (69 is hand written). violin b: ... A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ... | |
| Authentication | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: How can I find out if I have an authentic Stradivarius? Inside my violin is a label which reads ... A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ... | |
| dad's violin | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: My dad left us his violin that he was given in the early 1900's. It has the name Antonio Loveri ... A: Antonio Loveri is a name some German makers used on there tradename (factory made violins.) During ... | |
| antonius stradivarius | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I see a similar question, mine is pretty close. I was asked by a family friend to try and research ... A: Antonio Stradivari's designs and labels, as well as those of many other famous makers, have been ... | |
| locating a violin appraiser near me | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I live in Baldwin County AL (Gulf Shores area) and would like to know if you know of any violin ... A: Sorry but no listing in the areas you mention. The only help I can give you is as follows: ... | |
| Violin History | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: my folks have rediscovered a lovely (but soiled) violin that is approx. Seventy years old. The ... A: Try one of the following; CREMONA VIOLIN DEALERS 1254 MARKET ST., #201 SAN ... | |
| Enders violin | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I recently found my mother's violin and its original case. Inside it reads "F. and R. Enders" then ... A: There is no date for Born or Died. He worked from 1900-1950 in Markneukirchen, Germany. The ... | |
| Sternberg Violin | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a Sternberg violin and am trying to find out something about it. Is this name familiar to ... A: There is one Sternberg listed, Heinrich Franz. Worked 1720-1758 in Luneberg, Germany. His ... | |
| Where to have a violin appraised | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I was curious as to where in my area I would go to have a violin appraised. I was asked by a friend ... A: Try one of the following: ALTSHULER M. VIOLIN SHOP 9131 DAYTON AVE. RICHMOND, ... | |
| Ton-Klar Herrmann | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I read where you answered a similar question about a Ton-Klar. Could you tell me where I could get ... A: Try one of these shops: WARREN KENNETH %26 SONS, LTD. 407 S. DEARBORN ... | |
| Information on Uncle's violin | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: My Uncle passed away and we found a violin the family did not know he had. the lable reads as ... A: Try one of the following; FRISCH GARY VIOLINS 3008 WESCOTT ST. FALLS ... | |
| violin/bow repair | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I have several old violins and bows that need repair. Having had a violin ruined by an incompetent ... A: Try one of the following; CREMONA VIOLIN DEALERS 1254 MARKET ST., #201 SAN ... | |
| Joan.Corol.Kloz violin | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: could you please give us an appraiser in Minneapolis MN we could bring this violin to. Thanks ... A: Try one of the following: SMITH JOHN MICHAEL, LUTHIER 2190 CARTER AVE. ST. ... | |
| 1684 Nicolaus Amatus fecit in cremona violin | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: My husband has a violin that was passed down several generations to him and it says Nicolaus Amatus ... A: You may need the help of one of the following: CREMONA VIOLIN DEALERS 1254 MARKET ST., #201 SAN ... | |
| copy of a strat violin | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a violin with the inside tag reading "Enrico Robella Milano 1933 Copy of Ant. Stradivarius" ... A: The name Enrico Robella is a tradename used by a co. in Markneukirchen, Germany during the ... | |
| price of a violin | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a violin made by Ch.J.B.Collin.Mezin and i need to sell it. I live in Maryland. Where do I ... A: Take your violin to one of the following: GAILES VIOLIN SHOP INC. 10013 RHODE ISLAND AVE. COLLEGE ... | |
| violin value | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: My name is Melissa Charles I live in Traverse City MI. I am cleaning out my grandmothers home and i ... A: The only info. I have on Frank Mead is that he made violins in 1910 in Cloverdale MI. The A. ... | |
| GBS wooden case & 4 string | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: Recently an elderly friend requested i use the web to research a wooden case that is a genuine ... A: Try one of the following; KOLSTEIN SAMUEL & SON 295 FOXHURST ... | |
| violin | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: fond a violin at a garage sale ,inside says,caspar da salo in brescia,1543.i would like to know its ... A: Try one of the following; GAGE DAVID STRING INSTS. 36 WALKER ST. NEW ... | |
| a violin with name of stradivarius | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: Where could we take this instrument to find out if it is real or counterfeit. This old man has a ... A: Try one of the following; CADENZA VIOLINS, INC. 6905 COIT ... | |
| Nikolaus Amatus fecit in Cremona 1630 | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a Nikolaus Amatus fecit in Cremona 1630 label in the inside of a violin, that I can see ... A: Try one of the shops listed, I have no listing in D.C. area. GAILES VIOLIN SHOP INC. 10013 RHODE ... | |
| Antique Violin | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: We have an old violin marked Antonius Stradiuarius Cremonensis, Faciebat Anno 1773. We live in Fort ... A: CADENZA VIOLINS, INC. 6905 COIT RD. PLANO TX 75024 (469)241-1152 cadenzaviolins@aol.com LISLE VIOLIN ... | |
| just want info on this violin/maker, and help restoring it. | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: 1st violin needs bridge put back on and maybe work done on the lower part where strings go. also bow ... A: Try one of the followig shops: BISCHOFBERGER VIOLINS LTD 1314 E. JOHN ST. ... | |
| Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontium 164? | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: with my Grandpa's passing away he left us a violin. The stamp on the inside reads "Jacobus Stainer ... A: Take your violin to one of the listed shops, they will be able to help. V.A. HILL FINE STRINGS, ... | |
| William duke violin | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a violin labeled WILLIAM DUKE VIOLIN MAKER, HOLBORN BARS, LONDON 1723 Could you give me ... A: Try one of the following shops: BONHAMS & BUTTERFIELDS MUSIC INST DEPT 101 NEW BOND ST Wi Si Sr ... | |
| COPY OF J.B. Guadaguini #194 | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: MADE ESPECIALLY FOR WILLIAM LEWIS & SON, CHICAGO, ILL. Appears to be a date of 1923 or 1928 on the ... A: Try one of the shops listed below: FIELD VIOLIN SHOP 451 ROGER WILLIAMS AVE. HIGHLAND ... | |
| francesco ruggeri violin | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: i am a thrifter in the south florida area, i came across a violin in a thrift store and i bought it ... A: My FL. listings below: GAINESVILLE VIOLINS 4240 NW 129th ST. GAINESVILLE FL 32606 ... | |
| violin maker | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a Stainer inside it reads Jacobus Stainer Absam Prope Oenipontum 1659. It is all writing in ... A: My listings in your State are as follows: FRANK'S VIOLINS 6356 N. GUILFORD ... | |
| Appraiser Referral | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: Al, I live in Schenectady County in Upstate NY and am searching for someone to bring my violin to ... A: Maybe one of the following is near your location: KOLSTEIN SAMUEL & SON 295 FOXHURST ... | |
| violin appraisal source | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: We have a very old violin that is marked Germany. That is the only marking we can find. Do you ... A: I only have two listings in GA. land as follows; HUTHMAKER ROLAND 3140 MAIN ... | |
| Francesco Ruggeri Violin | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: Can you recommend a violin appraiser/expert in the ORLANDO, FLORIDA area? I have a violin with ... A: The only listings I have Florida are as follows: GAINESVILLE VIOLINS 4240 NW 129th ST. ... | |
| bow rehairing | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to rehair my violin bow, and all I need to know is what kind of glue to use, and about ... A: Just because someone used glue before doesnt make it right. As you found out at the frog end, it ... | |
| Violin & bow value | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: I have an old violin and bow I received from my father a few years ago and I was wondering how I go ... A: Try one of the following shops: KOLSTEIN SAMUEL & SON 295 FOXHURST ... | |
| Stainer violin with a Schwietzer stamp on the back below the neck. | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a recieved an old violin from my grandfather with the stamp inside of Jacobus Stainer In ... A: Try one of the following shopsL NASHVILLE VIOLINS 2810 BRANSFORD ... | |
| VIOLIN VALUE | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: OUR FAMILY IS LOOKING FOR A REPUTABLE APPRAISER FOR A VIOLIN HANDED DOWN FOR GENERATIONS. WE LIVE ... A: Try one of the following shops: WARREN KENNETH & SONS, LTD. 407 S. DEARBORN ... | |
| Violin | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: I received my fathers violin uppen his death. I would like to know if the Jacobus Stainer violins ... A: Jacobus Stainer did not stamp his name on the back of his violins. Try one of the listed shops ... | |
| Stradivarius Made 1716 | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know where to get a value on an Antonius Stradivarius Cremonensis Faciebat Anno 1716 ... A: I'm sorry but I have no listings in Louisiana. I don't how far you are from the two Ive listed; ... | |
| Strad verification | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: Would you be able to put me in touch with a luthier in the Kansas City area who is qualified to ... A: MASON STEVE LUTHIERS 3809 W. 24th ST. LAWRENCE KS 66047 (785)841-0277 ask-a-luthier@sunflower.com ... | |
| a Claude Pierray | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I recently showed my old family violin (which I only knew was played in the San Antonio and Pasadena ... A: Try one of the following shops: WEISHAAR MUSICAL INSTS. INC. 627 N. LARCHMONT BLVD LOS ... | |
| Breton violin | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: Trying to get a reasonable value for my "inherited" violin. It's similar (but different) from other ... A: I have no listings in Saskatchewan area, try one of the following; ALTSHULER M. VIOLIN SHOP 9131 ... | |
| brychta violin | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I own a violin that was bought in the 1930's or early 1940's. The violin is in mint condition. ... A: Kurt Brychta, B,1908-D,1978. Worked 1947 to 1974 in Buffalo, N.Y. Made 165 instruments and did ... | |
| Nicolaus Amatus fecit in Cremona 1631 | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: We inherited a violin in which we just noticed the marking Nicolaus Amatus fecit in Cremona 1631. ... A: Smoothing the fingerboard will not lessen the value. Try one of the following shops: BABBITT, B 1720 ... | |
| old violin | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I have an old violin that has a label inside that reads: Jacobus stainer in absom prope. It has ... A: All my TX listing as shown: CADENZA VIOLINS, INC. 6905 COIT ... | |
| strad copy | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a German made strad copy that was purchased in the 1920's by my grandfather, i don't know the ... A: Try one of the following; WILSON FINE VIOLINS 725 S. ADAMS RD. STE. ... | |
| antique violin | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: Could you tell me the best appraiser for my "G.A. Chanot 1829 Violin" around Nashville, TN. A: Try one of the following: NASHVILLE VIOLINS 2810 BRANSFORD ... | |
| Violina Caspar de Salò | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: Please, my family have an old violin, and inside is writen Caspar de Salo, 1590, Brescia. Is it ... A: Try one of the following shops: LORENZO FRIGNANI VICOLO FORNI 7, ... | |
| Antonius Stradiuarius violin | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: my dad inherited a Stradiuarius violin. It is in a wooden box and in need of repair. are there any ... A: Try one of the following shops: KERR DAVID VIOLIN SHOP 4451 SE 28th ... | |
| antique violin | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: I was given a violin which is stamped Carlo Bergonzi Italy 1832 on the inside. Through my research I ... A: Try one of the following shops: WEISHAAR MUSICAL INSTS. INC. 627 N. LARCHMONT BLVD LOS ... | |
| Carlo Bergonzi violin | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a violin with a paper label inside that reads: Anno 1704 Carlo Bergonzi fecce in Cremona The ... A: SMITH JOHN MICHAEL, LUTHIER 2190 CARTER AVE. ST. ... | |
| Koch Violin - Questions about Repair and Value | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a Koch violin in a very old (perhaps 100 years) case. I cannot make out the name that comes ... A: I have only two listings in your State as follows: GAINESVILLE VIOLINS 4240 NW 129th ... | |
| Stradivarius | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: Dzina wishing this finds you well. My mother recently gave me a very old violin that she has kept in ... A: Try one of the following: NASHVILLE VIOLINS 2810 BRANSFORD ... | |
| CHRISTIAN SAMUEL FICKER | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A VIOLIN MADE BY THIS GENTLEMAN DATED 1796 AND MADE IN GERMANY. IT SOUNDS WONDERFUL AND IS ... A: Many factors enter an appraisal, the cost of the violin that the dealer had to pay for the ... | |
| Violin by Adolph Seidel | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: I have one of Adolph Seidel violins and it needs some repair. Where in my area can I have it ... A: Following is my list of MA shops that should be able to help you: STAMELL STRINGED INST. INC. 18 ... | |
| Old violins | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: My grandpa passed away and he left some old violins. I would like to know how much they worth. ... A: I have only two listings in NM, as follows: ROBERTSON & SONS VIOLIN SHOP 3201 CARLISLE BLVD. ... | |
| Guarnerius Violin | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a violin that has a label in it from Andreas Guarnerius. I live in New Orleans, La. and I am ... A: Robert; The only listing near you is as follows: WILSON FINE VIOLINS 725 S. ADAMS RD. STE. ... | |
| Violin/Bow | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: I have an old violin (Strad (copy I'm sure) Faciebat Anno 1710) along with a bow. The bow is ... A: The only listings I have are as follow: GAINESVILLE VIOLINS 4240 NW 129th ... | |
| 1831 american violin | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: I have acquired a 1831 American made violin. It is a violin made by William Daarrcott Jr of ... A: There is a listing of a William Darracutt Dr. B.1799 D.1868 Worked 1842-1867 in Milford, NH. Note ... | |
| Violin | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: During the course of moving my friend tossed an old violin including case and bow into the "move" ... A: Try one of the following shops: BABBITT, B 1720 BERLIN STATION ... | |
| Ruggeri violen | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a violen with writing inside Francesco Ruggeri debt it per Cremona l'anno 1646. Can you tell ... A: You could try one of the following shops: SMITH JOHN MICHAEL, LUTHIER 2190 CARTER AVE. ST. ... | |
| violin | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: My friend has a violin with following text, Johann Gottlieb Hosser (Hoyer) quittenburg (quittenbach) ... A: Try one of the following shops: BAUMGARTNER, ROLAND INNERE MARGARETHEN STRASS CH-4051 ... | |
| violin | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: My friend has a violin with following text, Johann Gottlieb Hosser (Hoyer) quittenburg (quittenbach) ... A: There is no listing of a J.G. Hosser, but the Hoyer family is very large. There is a J.G. Hoyer but ... | |
| Tourte violin bow and old violin | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a old Tourte violin bow and a very old violin. I have pictures of it. Do you have any ... A: Sorry no listings in AZ. area. The best I can offer is in CA. area. WEISHAAR MUSICAL INSTS. INC. 627 ... | |
| Alard Strad - O. H. Bryant | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in learning the value of a violin I got at an auction. The label reads: Allard ... A: I have two listings in Florida as follows: GAINESVILLE VIOLINS 4240 NW 129th ... | |
| Alard Strad - O. H. Bryant | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in learning the value of a violin I got at an auction. The label reads: Allard ... A: You are correct, there is no info. on F.A.Suhre at all. O.H.Bryant B. 1873, D. 1943. Worked ... | |
| MY MOMS OLD VIOLIN | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: MY MOTHER PASSED AWAY OF CANCER AND HAD A VIOLIN. I CAN NOT REMEMBER IF IT WAS MADE WHEN SHE WAS ... A: There is not enough information to make an evaluation of merit or value. The violin could have value ... | |
| Carlo Bergonzi Violin | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1762 Carlo Bergonzi violin, where would go about to find more information about this ... A: I've heard of Visalia, but not sure of it's location. So I send you my list of CA shops that might ... | |
| Strad | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I inherited 2 violins from my Oma, and one has Joseph Kloz Senior Mittenwald 1807 No. 308. The ... A: I have no listing in Alabama lamb, but you may try some of the following shops: HUTHMAKER ... | |
| Violin Value- | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: While at my mother-in-laws last night she got out her violin that is in need of repair/restoration. ... A: S. Thumhardt B. 1749, D. 1817, Worked from 1769 to 1810 in Straubing and Munich, Germany. Recognized ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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: ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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" ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| "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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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? ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 that I have read all of Sherlock Holmes detective stories as a youth. It turnes ... | |
| purchasing an appropriate violin | 9/16/2006 |
| Q: I am a beginer, a very beginer. I would like to purchase a violin that is appropriate for my level ... A: You should be able to get a good sounding inst. for about $200 to $300. It will be Made in China but ... | |
| History and value (approx.) of German violin | 9/15/2006 |
| Q: I have a William Lewis and Son violin made in Germany expressly for Ton-Klar (the Dancla). The ... A: William Lewis & Son a Chicago Co. that imported insts. made in Germany. Ton-Klar is just a trade ... | |
| Where can I send my old Italian Violin for a credible appraisal? | 9/14/2006 |
| Q: I have a very old Italian violin which Bonnheim and Butterfield Auction house has said it is ... A: I do not know what internationally reputable appraisers charge. But a word of caution, when you ... | |
| karl knilling violin | 9/11/2006 |
| Q: Al, Inside the violin it says KARL knilling,handmade in Germany, Manna music,st.louis GH548758 STL. ... A: All of my data has no info. of a Karl having worked in Germany. There is a Knilling, I do not know ... | |
| Info on an old violin | 9/11/2006 |
| Q: I’ve come upon an old violin which is labeled with the following: Built by Heinrich Th. Hieberlein ... A: Let me start off by saying that the info, about J. Glass and J.A.Meyer Jr. has no verifiable ... | |
| buying a used violin | 9/8/2006 |
| Q: I'm now puzzled by the asking price - $550, which is still within my reach. But you indicated past ... A: I'm sorry I did not make the past sale pricing clear. Almost all auction prices are quoted in ... | |
| karl knilling violin | 9/8/2006 |
| Q: I bought this Karl Knilling violin about 20 years ago, for $20. No.43663 with case and bow, its in ... A: I have been pulling my hair out (there is not much left) in hopes of finding an answer to your ... | |
| buying a used violin | 9/8/2006 |
| Q: I'm an adult beginner (have been taking lessons for 2+ yrs) in market for a decent European violin ... A: There is not a great deal of info. as this maker being an indvidual. The name Mermina is used as a ... | |
| violin maker | 9/5/2006 |
| Q: i own a violin by fasani cremona 1831 but i can find nothing about him anywhere on the internet..as ... A: Fasani, Giovanni. Born in Cremona, 1785. Died 1850. Worked in Brescia. Violins and cellos of ... | |
| jackson and guldan | 9/5/2006 |
| Q: i have a violin that i foud in a dumpster its missing a bridge but its i good shape besides the ... A: As you indicate the inst. is in good shape, which indicates to me that the inst. should be worth ... | |
| Violin appraisers | 9/4/2006 |
| Q: My friend thinks she has a Guarneri Violin. We have read that they are faked quite a bit and so we ... A: You could try Saint Louis Strings 6331 Clayton Ave. Saint Louis MO 63139-3209 (324) 644-6999. I do ... | |
| cracked violin | 8/9/2006 |
| Q: I have a fine JTL violin. It was mint condition until it recently developed a 1.2 inch crack on the ... A: It is possible to repair a small crack without top removal. But first you must eliminate the cause ... | |
| Albert Heberlein Violin | 8/1/2006 |
| Q: Al, I live in El Paso, TX. If you know of some one in the Phoenix area, I could take the violin ... A: Sorry for the delay, but these things take a little time. I'm sorry but I could not locate a person ... | |
| Albert Heberlein Violin | 7/28/2006 |
| Q: Al, Thank you for getting back with my wife so quickly. The violin I have in question is the A. ... A: Alberto Heberlein did work in Mexico from 1905 to his death in 1948 in the town of La Puebla. Good ... | |
| Villaume a' Paris violin - valuable? | 7/27/2006 |
| Q: I just need to know if this violin has some value. Just bought it in Arkansas second hand store ... A: If the violin has J.B. before the Vuillaume name, (note the difference in spelling), you might have ... | |
| Heberlein Violin | 7/23/2006 |
| Q: I just wanted to know a bit more about my violin. I purchased it around six years ago. On the ... A: There has only been one L. Heberlein, (Ludwig Fritz) signed his works L. Fritz Heberlein. Born 1888 ... | |
| identfication of a strad | 7/20/2006 |
| Q: how do you do?how could i be sure that i posess a real stradivarius violin?is there a way you could ... A: Stradivari made more then 1600 violins. About 600 are known as to their current owners, all others ... | |
| violin | 7/18/2006 |
| Q: On the 5th of July, I emailed you a question on a friends violin. Did you not get it? Please let me ... A: I do not remember getting a question from a Gale. Either give me more details on the question or ... | |
| 1761 violin | 7/8/2006 |
| Q: I'm interested in information on a violin that was passed down to me several years ago. It ... A: The Klemm family is 7 strong, none have the first name of Georg or August. My reading of the rest of ... | |
| Breton violin | 7/8/2006 |
| Q: I have a Breton violin. Receipt says it was imported from France in 1915 as an "old" violin. It is ... A: Breton is the name of a factory made instrument, intended to imitate the work of Francois Breton. If ... | |
| heberlein violin | 7/7/2006 |
| Q: I am trying to decide between a 1920s Heberlein and a 1920s Roth. I have a 1924 Roth I am trying ... A: You do not mention the price of the Heberlein, it may be way too high. Nine months is really not ... | |
| American made violin | 7/5/2006 |
| Q: I am a professional violist in Chicago and a relative came across a violin at a country yard sale ... A: I have to agree that I have never heard of a violin maker with the name of Reynolds. Can only guess ... | |
| Albert Heberlein violin | 7/5/2006 |
| Q: My husband purchased a violin for our daughter several years ago. The violin was handed down ... A: Alberto Heberlein, born in Markneukirchen, Germany 1869. Worked in Mexico, 1905. Strad and ... | |
| roth violin | 7/3/2006 |
| Q: I have on trial a 1924 Roth branded all original strad copy. It has a brownish chestnut kind of ... A: I have seen Roth violins in various colors. Unless, if there is some sign of the instrument having ... | |
| 2 Violin | 7/3/2006 |
| Q: I own two violins. One is labeled S Jansen Miller, Dryden, NY. Number 144 made in 1926(Handwritten). ... A: Violin #1, Samuel, Jansen Miller. Born at Dryden N.Y. 1867. Produced first instrument 1884. Made ... | |
| serial numbers of EH Roth violins | 6/26/2006 |
| Q: Is there a way to determine the year from the serial number? When did E.H. Roth move from ... A: I think there might be some confusion, there were two E.H. Roth makers. (I) Markneukirchen ... | |
| Bow repair | 6/26/2006 |
| Q: I actually have a few questions: 1. I have an HR Pfretzchner bow that has warped a little. Looking ... A: 1. It is possible to remove a curve from a wood bow. A jig is used to put the opposite curve in the ... | |
| roth violin | 6/24/2006 |
| Q: I tried a 1924 Roth violin a friend has and loved it. Actually I want to steal it . Wonderful ... A: You must remember that all instruments will not sound alike even when made by the same maker. No ... | |
| Violin made in Neukirchen | 6/14/2006 |
| Q: I have an old violin with this printed note inside : "Johann Caspar Ficker zu Neukirchen 1749" ... A: The Ficker family is about 20 strong. Johann Casper worked in Markneukirchen, 1719-1767. Elegent ... | |
| Old German Violin | 6/8/2006 |
| Q: I inherited a violin that is labeled Mathias (Hornfleiner ?) 1872. The label is difficult to read, ... A: The spelling of the name should be Hornsteiner, which had 22 members working in Mittenwald and other ... | |
| What about Joseph Horenstainer? | 6/4/2006 |
| Q: Al Dzina. Can you help me about a violin labelled "Joseph Horenstainer musicant in der isser ... A: The Horensteiner family was a very large one indeed. There are five Joseph's as shown below: Joseph ... | |
| repair | 6/3/2006 |
| Q: I just bought a used violin from ebay. It has several cracks. One at the pin area, the other on the ... A: Most violins are a copy of Strad. If the instrument is repairable should be left to an expert. You ... | |
| Is this attitude right ? | 6/1/2006 |
| Q: My existing violin has 4 fine-tuners. As i see almost all the so called "good violin" has only 1 ... A: The number of tuners is not related to "good" or "bad" violins. The fact is it depends on the ... | |
| New hair | 5/22/2006 |
| Q: I just had my bow re-haired (first timer here), and I'm trying to figure out what type of hair was ... A: From your discription it sounds like horse hair. The best way to tell is wait till you have a broken ... | |
| Copie De Ludovicus Ricozali | 5/16/2006 |
| Q: we inherited this violin from family member who passed away last year, I was told he had this violin ... A: There is a record of a L. Ricolazzi who worked in Cremona, Italy from 1730-1763. Violin of small ... | |
| violin bridge location | 5/14/2006 |
| Q: What is the correct location for the bridge and should it be glued? I have a childs violin and it ... A: Looking at the top of the violin with the tailpiece at the bottom and the tuning pegs at the top. ... | |
| Guitar making | 4/13/2006 |
| Q: It's going to be an electric guitarHi, im currently making a guitar for a technology project in high ... A: Well at least you have selected the simplest one to build. The body is made from Ash or Alder, and ... | |
| refinishing a double bass | 4/4/2006 |
| Q: I imagine refinishing violins and stand up basses should be somewhat similiar. I own a 40 year old ... A: There is no problem in refinishing a plywood bass. Any stain should work fine. Stay away from water ... | |
| silent acoustic violin? | 3/29/2006 |
| Q: I have what I think is a mute - it sits on the bridge across all 4 strings and looks like a fat ... A: The rubber mutes are not heavy enough to be used as a practice mute. You need as heavy a mite as you ... | |
| silent acoustic violin? | 3/28/2006 |
| Q: I would like to make my violin as 'silent' as possible for home practice (but do not want to switch ... A: Do not alter or remove the bass bar, or move the soundpost. These things will not make the ... | |
| Belly crack | 12/29/2005 |
| Q: A soundpost was installed in my violin that was too long. It caused a crack to appear from the top ... A: If you are able to remove the belly, I would recommend doing that. Install small clets at the ends ... | |
| metal violin bow | 11/22/2005 |
| Q: I LOVE THE INTERNET!! It unfolds so many mysteries. I inherited a metal violin bow and violin from ... A: There is no record that I know of about the Heddon metal bow. The value is what ever someone is ... | |
| Looking for information on my violin | 11/18/2005 |
| Q: I have a violin I received from my grandfather and which I know absolutely nothing about. I have ... A: The information that I have on Petijean,L'aine indicates that he worked in Mirecourt France, ... | |
| violin | 10/28/2005 |
| Q: hi l have a breton brevete can you tell me what the value of it it is in very good condionallso the ... A: It is not possible to judge the value of a violin without having it in hand. Do not be fooled by a ... | |
| Should I try to repair it myself? | 10/13/2005 |
| Q: I have a Carlo Lorenzini violin (if that name means anything) that my parents purchased for me used ... A: Sorry to say but your brother did a no-no. In most cases, the finish should never be removed from an ... | |
| Al Dzina | 10/6/2005 |
| Q: I have recently purchased a violin with this info inside: Mfg by Mathias Keller, #37, Phila, 1851. ... A: I'm sorry but all of my books do not list Mathias Keller as a violin maker. There are five makers in ... | |
| Joseph Guarnerius Violin | 9/27/2005 |
| Q: Al, I live in Columbus, Mississippi, it would be great if you could give me someone to talk to in ... A: I hope this reply gets to you. I did some more checking and found the following dealers that might ... | |
| Violin Making | 9/17/2005 |
| Q: What type of finish is used on the INSIDE of a quality violin? What was used on the inside of a ... A: Mike; Yes the linseed will evaporate over time, but it will take quite a few years. Get out of ... | |
| Sarasate Violin | 7/28/2005 |
| Q: I have an violin I played as a child and my daughter is now learning to play. On the inside the ... A: Susie; Just back from a trip out of town, sorry for the delay. The violin you have is good as long ... | |
| My Violin Label/Martin Heberlein | 7/7/2005 |
| Q: I rec'd a violin from my grandparents that I learned how to play when I was much younger. I'm ... A: The Heberlein family is very large. Most of the members did work in the Markneukirchen area of ... | |
| my viola | 6/17/2005 |
| Q: My viola has no label on the inside, but there's a label on the tension bar that says "Kronotone ... A: It is not possible to establish the maker or worth without having the instrument in hand. The ... | |
| Violin Repair/Identifacation | 6/12/2005 |
| Q: your unselfish kindness is appreciated. I do have a few further questions. After I sent this ... A: The small stick you found inside the violin is a very important part of the whole. The stick is ... | |
| Violin Repair/Identifacation | 6/11/2005 |
| Q: Dzina, I recently aquired a violin with the following markings on a label inside the body; Antonius ... A: You have a copy of a Strad made after his instrument of the year 173something. The violin was Made ... | |
| Antique Violin | 6/10/2005 |
| Q: My dad has inherited an old violin which is marked Stravarious (or something like it- not sure about ... A: The name your trying to read in your violin is Antonio Stradivarius. His violins have always created ... | |
| violin and bow | 6/5/2005 |
| Q: I would be grateful if you could tell me what polish or cleaning preparation should be used on my ... A: As the rosin dust falls on the top of your violin use a dry cloth to remove it. If the dust stays on ... | |
| John Gray Aluminium Violin Bow | 6/2/2005 |
| Q: If you give me your email I shall send detailed pictures for your closer inspection. The bow was ... A: I sent my info. to your website, I hope it got there, at times Email does not go through with ease. ... | |
| John Gray Aluminium Violin Bow | 6/1/2005 |
| Q: Greetings Al from Australia, I have been a professional Violinist for over thirty years now and in ... A: Like they say you learn something new every day. I have looked in all of my books and found three ... | |
| 1/4 Violin | 5/16/2005 |
| Q: I recently inherited a 1/4 Anton Schroetter violin from Germany. It's in a good shape, no cracks, ... A: I do not find any information on A. Schroetter as a violin maker in all of my books. I can only ... | |
| Ernst Heinrich Roth violin | 5/14/2005 |
| Q: I have a violin that used to belong to my mother. I am trying to find out what it is worth. The ... A: The only way to determine the value is to have a qualified luthier look at the instrument. Not only ... | |
| New or Old violin | 4/6/2005 |
| Q: I am learning the violin currently working on Grade 5. I am looking to buy a violin, I currently own ... A: A good quality older instrument is probably your best bet. I have a small amount of confusion, when ... | |
| Violin bow and string | 2/21/2005 |
| Q: I got a pass-on violin which was very old (made in 1976) and hasn't been played for over 10 years. ... A: It is hard to tell the condition of the bow hair. There is a synthetic hair that has that yellow ... | |
| Sound Post Material | 1/29/2005 |
| Q: Al: I have done some minor violin repair and see different sound post material in different ... A: In my years of experimenting in regards to s/p material I have seen or heard very little difference ... | |
| violin strings | 1/23/2005 |
| Q: I've been playing violin for a year, this is my first time in using "dominant" brand of string. I ... A: I'm sorry but I am not able to answer questions about string construction. That is a special field ... | |
| Violin Maker | 1/11/2005 |
| Q: I have recently inherited an old violin which is labelled "Johann Adam Schonfelder Violin macher in ... A: J.A. Schonfelder was born 1707 died 1763. Excellent acoustical properties, narrow and wide grain ... | |
| Aluminum bows | 1/11/2005 |
| Q: What more can you tell us about aluminum bows? Do you have an e-mail address to which I can write? ... A: The aluminum bows are all custom made from aircraft tubing. They are lighter than wood and fiber ... | |
| Refinish? | 1/8/2005 |
| Q: Mr. Dzina, Thank you for your suggestions. I have relied on your advice for repair work on fiddles ... A: Matthew; I would suggest using a varnish remover rather then steel wool or sandpaper. After that us ... | |
| Old violin | 1/7/2005 |
| Q: I have had a violin for 66 years that I learned to play on. I acquired it when I took lessons thru ... A: Lois; This is what is called a trade violin. It was made in Czecheslovakia and imported to the US by ... | |
| Re-hairing bows | 12/12/2004 |
| Q: Your detailed instructions are very sufficient and easy to follow. With your advice I just restored ... A: Matthew; It is to difficult to explain in just the written word. I would suggest you get a copy of ... | |
| horse hair violin/viola bows | 11/28/2004 |
| Q: I am doing a science fair project on why horse hair is used for bows. Some of my questions are:Why ... A: According to history there is not a single inventor of the violin bow. A wildly held theory is the ... | |
| How can you tell the quality of a Viola? | 11/14/2004 |
| Q: I was given a viola many years ago when I was a student. In the hands of a "teacher", it sounds ... A: That is a tough question. It takes years of hands on evaluating of instruments to be able to ... | |
| Buying a viola | 11/12/2004 |
| Q: My daughter has played viola for 5yrs now and we want to upgrade to a better instrument. Any advice ... A: Violas do belong to the violin family, along with cello and bass. Make sure you buy a viola with a ... | |
| aluminum bows | 11/7/2004 |
| Q: My daughter plays in a punk,new age, rock band which involves lots of hard life for a delicate ... A: As the saying goes,"funny you should ask." It just happens that we make the only aluminum bow in the ... | |
| How Old is my violin? | 10/31/2004 |
| Q: What years was the Jackson-Guldan Violin Co. model Faciebat Anno 17 made? I inherited a violin and ... A: Steve; The Jackson-Guldan Violin Co. operated either in New York or Chicago circa approx. in the ... | |
| Sizing replacement parts | 9/18/2004 |
| Q: I was able to get the f/b off. Your advice was right on. Next I need to size the new f/b and nut and ... A: Matthew; Fasten a full sheet of 60 sandpaper on a flat board with thumb tacks in each corner. Then ... | |
| Remove/Replace Fingerboard | 9/9/2004 |
| Q: Al: I really enjoyed reading your responses to other questions previously asked. I hope to become a ... A: Matthew; I hope that your f/b has been glued with hide glue, and not some other more permanent type ... | |
| 1/10 size violin | 9/2/2004 |
| Q: I read your response to the lady wanting information about the 1/10 size violin. I must respectfully ... A: I do not remember what info. I gave the lady about the 1/10 size violin. I think she wanted to know ... | |
| Wolf or other note | 8/15/2004 |
| Q: I have a 100 year old Guarnerius copy from Bohemia. I have had it since 1947 when I played it as a ... A: Alice; Most violins have a thin strip of wood that supports the top and the back to the thin sides. ... | |
| Wolf or other note | 8/13/2004 |
| Q: I have a 100 year old Guarnerius copy from Bohemia. I have had it since 1947 when I played it as a ... A: The problems that come and go are the most difficult to solve. You have gone through the string ... | |
| How to set new strings in my violin | 8/10/2004 |
| Q: How to set new strings in my violin? What´s the order? First G string or E string? A: The main thing is to always maintain pressure over the sound post area. This means to change the E ... | |
| bow hairs | 7/13/2004 |
| Q: What are the differences in bow hairs and how do you determine which type to choose when they ask? ... A: First of all the differences between most bow hair is very slight. There is one exception that would ... | |
| Kreßschmann violins | 5/3/2004 |
| Q: I have two violins -- one is labeled: "Johann Adam Kreßschmann Violin Macher in Neukirchen 1786"; ... A: If both labels are in (German or Gothic lettering) there is a good chance that they may be ... | |
| buzzing noise | 4/29/2004 |
| Q: my violin is very old but i think in good shape..i have noticed a buzzing noise that seemed to come ... A: There are many causes for strings to buzz. Your bridge may be to low on the "d & g" string side. ... | |
| Guarnerius violin? | 4/29/2004 |
| Q: My friend was given a violin by her grandmother some years back. She was told not to let the violin ... A: Alan; Is it authentic or a copy? That question is asked more then any other. It is impossible to ... | |
| string | 4/3/2004 |
| Q: I bought a Strad 1721 full-size violin for my daughter. The owner left 2 Pirastro Chromltahl ... A: You can mix string brands witout any problems what-so-ever, in fact most pros. mix brands all the ... | |
| Evaluating Violin Quality | 4/1/2004 |
| Q: I purchased a new Violin (3/4 size) over the internet for very little money. I need to install the ... A: 1) The feet of the bridge need to be fitted to the contour of the top of the violin. Then the top of ... | |
| buying an instrument | 3/15/2004 |
| Q: Dzina, I wonder whether you could tell me what qualities one should look for when purchasing a ... A: You want to make sure that the top is hand carved from solid spruce. The back should be hand carved ... | |
| Concerning Old Violin | 3/12/2004 |
| Q: Please any info would be appreciated. We have a Violin with the label" Carl Helmer 1760 Prag ... A: The only info. I have is on a Carl Joseph Hellmer, born at Smichow near Prague,1760, Died 1811. ... | |
| violin coming apart | 3/6/2004 |
| Q: I have a violin that was my Grandfather's. I had some restoration work done about a year and a half ... A: The glue required is hide glue, it is used hot and you would need special clamps. I would not use ... | |
| buying a violin | 3/2/2004 |
| Q: I am looking into buying my husband a first time violin and saw some on ebay that seemed very good; ... A: Cherene; You should be able to find a good violin on Ebay. Things to look for are as follows: 1.Hand ... | |
| Size of a professional viola | 2/18/2004 |
| Q: I actually have a question about violas. Since you make musical instruments, you might know the ... A: You are right the size of string instruments is the body length. The normal length for an adult ... | |
| Value of old Violin | 2/16/2004 |
| Q: I have an old violin in poor shape . The case is in several wooden pieces,that are sewed together ... A: It is impossible to verify a violins pedigree through the internet. It's just like calling your ... | |
| violin bows | 11/12/2003 |
| Q: My question is this; What are the different types of violin bows and what's the difference between ... A: Most people feel that the type of material used to make bows does not affect the sound of the ... | |
| Unpleasant vibration noises | 5/12/2003 |
| Q: I have been given an old violin which belonged to my great-uncle and has been in the family for many ... A: It sure sounds like you might have a loose bass bar. You may not have to remove the top to repair ... | |
| Violin | 2/27/2003 |
| Q: I have no idea if you can be of any help to me, but I would appreciate a response. I have a William ... A: As you have already established, William Lewis and Son was a large Chicago importer of instruments. ... | |
| violin repair and woods used | 1/3/2003 |
| Q: Happy New Year to you! 1. I wonder the working process a violin maker will have to follow to open a ... A: Happy New Year to you as well. Let me say right up front, you sure know how to ask the tough ... | |
| violin bass bar | 12/22/2002 |
| Q: Please help answering this: I wonder if there is any tonal quality difference between the bass bar ... A: The difference in the two bass bars on tone is very small,if it is detectable at all. But there are ... | |
| full cornor block violin | 12/13/2002 |
| Q: Please kindly reply me: 1. I always believe that full cornor blocks in a violin is not only make the ... A: RSD: Full corner blocks make for a stronger structure. But a long known theory and practice ... | |
| Just trying to find out whether... | 8/12/2002 |
| Q: Just trying to find out whether my fiddle is full size. Recent ebay purchase - it's my first. Thanks ... A: Kevin; You need to measure the body length of your violin to determine its size. It is better to ... | |
| Left Hand | 4/4/2002 |
| Q: Al I am dyslexic and can play easier left handed. Does anyone make a LH classic acoustic guitar, or ... A: First of all let me explain that I do not play either of the instruments that you mention. I do make ... | |
| Defect on my new Violin String? | 2/21/2002 |
| Q: I just got new strings for the first time on my 100 yr. old violin (I've owned it about 3 years). ... A: The gap in the winding might be a defect, if so you should seek a replacement. Sometimes the winding ... | |
| 1/10 size violin | 1/7/2002 |
| Q: Do you have any advice on which brand would be best for a 3 year old? I don't want to spend more ... A: Aimee: There comes a time in ones life when it is best to tell the truth. I'm just sorry that its my ... | |
| Horse hair on violin bows | 12/27/2001 |
| Q: Just curious -- what kind of horse do they use to provide the hair for a violin bow? Is it the same ... A: Sarah; I am not a horse person, but I think that the breed of horse is not of great importance. Bow ... | |
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Al Dzina
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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.
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I was trained in violin making in Germany and have been working at this craft for sixty years.
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