Category: Bowed string Instruments
Viola da Gamba: History, Characteristics and Influence Viola da Gamba: History, Characteristics and Influence The Viola da Gamba is a beautiful and unique musical instrument that has a rich history dating back several centuries. With its distinct sound and versatile playing style, the Viola da Gamba has left an indelible mark on classical […]
The Evolution of Lutherie Around the World: A Historical Overview The Evolution of Lutherie Around the World: A Historical Overview Lutherie, the art and craft of building stringed musical instruments, including both plucked and bowed instruments, has a rich and diverse history that spans across continents and centuries. From the creation of lutes […]
Luthier Frignani Lorenzo Interview 1 Background Discover an interview with Lorenzo Frignani in English. This interview is also available in French and Italian Potete anche scoprire questa intervista in italiano https://luthiers.com/frignani-lorenzo-liutaio-interview-1-background/ Vous pouvez également découvrir cette interview en français https://luthiers.com/frignani-lorenzo-luthier-interview-1-background/ Luthier Frignani Lorenzo – For those who don’t know you yet, […]
Frignani Lorenzo Liutaio Interview 1 Background Scopri un’intervista con Lorenzo Frignani in italiano. Questa intervista è disponibile anche in francese e inglese Vous pouvez également découvrir cette interview en français https://luthiers.com/frignani-lorenzo-luthier-interview-1-background/ You can also discover this interview in English https://luthiers.com/luthier-frignani-lorenzo-interview-1-background/ Frignani Lorenzo Liutaio -Per chi ancora non ti conosce, puoi raccontarci […]
Frignani Lorenzo Luthier Interview 1 Background Découvrez une interview de Lorenzo Frignani en français. Cette interview est également disponible en anglais et en italien Potete anche scoprire questa intervista in italiano https://luthiers.com/frignani-lorenzo-liutaio-interview-1-background/ You can also discover this interview in English https://luthiers.com/luthier-frignani-lorenzo-interview-1-background/ Frignani Lorenzo Luthier – Pour celles et ceux qui ne […]
Mastering the Art of Violin Making: A Look into Dmitry Badiarov’s Book Please note that the book presented in this article is available for sale, contact the Luthier for more information. Mastering the Art of Violin Making: A Look into Dmitry Badiarov’s Book The world of violin making is a highly skilled and […]
Gerhard Schoepp Music Interview 1 Background For those who don’t know you yet, can you tell us about your background? Did you attend a lutherie school ? Did you follow a training with luthiers already installed ? And, if it’s not indiscreet, what did you do before you started this adventure? Were you […]
Gerhard Schoepp Music Interview 2 Repairs restorations and maintenance Apart from creating custom instruments, we know that you do all types of repairs and maintenance on guitars and basses, can you also take care of other types of plucked and bowed stringed instruments? When I was a student at the school for […]
Petko Petkov Interview 9 Varnish – Can you tell us what kind of varnishing techniques you use? Hello Petko, can you tell us what kind of varnishing techniques you use? Oil-based, Spirit-based, french polish varnish? What are your choices and why? I use two types of varnishes for my instruments: oil-based and spirit-based. […]
Pernambuco bows and musicians : CITES update Pernambuco bows and musicians Jacques Carbonneaux, member of the Chambre Syndicale de la Facture Instrumentale (CSFI) gives us an update on the current legislation. While international regulations on wood and other endangered species of fauna and flora impact musical instrument manufacturers and traders, it should not […]
Archets en pernambouc et musiciens : point sur la CITES Archets en pernambouc et musiciens Jacques Carbonneaux, membre de l’équipe de la Chambre Syndicale de la Facture Instrumentale (CSFI) nous fait un point sur la législation en cours. Si les réglementations internationales des bois et autres espèces menacées de la faune et […]
Ute Zahn Luthier Interview 1 Background Ute Zahn Luthier – For those who don’t know you yet, can you tell us about your background? Did you go to Luthiers school? Did you follow a training with already established Luthiers? And, if you don’t mind my asking, what did you do before embarking on […]
Ernesto Ramirez Luthier Book The X File of the Violin Perfect symmetry or optimal sound Ernesto Ramirez Luthier Book The X File of the Violin Perfect symmetry or optimal sound In practicing my craft as a violin maker for over 40 years, I have worked with dedication and care, in a secluded […]
William A Mackay Interview 9 Luthiers material investment to start The profession of Luthier is a trade that requires a significant material investment to start its activity. What would you advise a young luthier to buy to start? The minimum required? And, the maximum to be in a comfortable working environment? For anyone […]
William A Mackay Interview 8 Advice for future young luthiers Do you have any advice for future young luthiers? Can you give them advice on training courses? Do you know of any special schools? If I were to give positive advice to any aspiring young, or old luthier? I’d certainly ask myself […]
William A Mackay Interview 7 Instruments Finishes Nitrocellulose Polyurethane or others Instruments Finishes Nitrocellulose PU Polyurethane or others? What are your choices and why? It may have taken years of using cellulose and two pack lacquers before I felt I really mastered it to any degree, then I got involved with the violin […]
William A Mackay Interview 6 Instruments Pickups How do you choose the pickups for your instruments according to the demands of your customers? Do you have any secrets or wiring habits? Have you ever had any very special requests, or requests that seemed strange to you from customers with special needs? The amplification […]
William A Mackay Interview 5 Beautiful ToneWoods Essences Those who know you know that you are a great lover of beautiful woods, how do you help your customers to choose the woods of their future instruments in relation to the sound they have in mind? Can you easily find wood in your networks? If […]
William A Mackay Interview 4 Computer tools and softwares for Luthiers Computer has become everyone’s daily life, regardless of their profession. Do you use special computer tools in the field of Luthiers? Can you tell us about them? High tech manufacturing processes interest me and may well be a necessity for a larger […]
William A Mackay Interview 3 Flagship models Can you tell us about your current flagship models? Do you have a range that you do regularly? Do you also make unique custom models ? How did you proceed to create them ? What were your choices and your creation process? What kind of musicians do […]
William A Mackay Interview 2 Repairs restorations and maintenance Apart from creating custom instruments, we know that you do all types of repairs and maintenance on bowed strings instruments, can you also take care of other types of plucked stringed instruments? I believe very much in trying to be a true luthier capable […]
William A Mackay Interview 1 Luthiers background For those who don’t know you yet, can you tell us about your background? Did you go to Luthiers school? Did you follow a training with already established Luthiers? And, if you don’t mind my asking, what did you do before embarking on this adventure? Were you […]
Alkemy Guitares Interview 2 Réparations et entretiens Mise à part la création d’instruments sur mesure, nous savons que tu fais tous types de réparations et d’entretiens des guitares et basses, peux-tu également t’occuper d’autres types d’instruments à cordes pincées et frottées ? Je fais également les réglages et les “petites réparations” […]
The Essential Handbook For Violinists Violists and Fiddle Players The Essential Handbook For Violinists Violists and Fiddle Players ‘The Essential Handbook for violinists, violists and fiddle players’ is a complete guide to the violin and viola for players of all standards, teachers and parents. You will find gems of information in […]
Petko Petkov Interview 3 Flagship models Can you tell us about your current flagship models? Do you have a range that you do regularly? Do you also make unique custom models ? How did you proceed to create them ? What were your choices and your creation process? What kind of musicians do you […]
Petko Petkov Interview 5 ToneWoods Essences Those who know you know that you are a great lover of beautiful woods, how do you help your customers to choose the woods of their future instruments in relation to the sound they have in mind? Can you easily find wood in your networks? If so, […]
William A Mackay Double bass in the style of the English bass makers For Sale In the category of blog posts: “Instruments for sale“, you will find the instruments of Luthiers.com subscribers available for sale : either directly from the luthier or from their dealers. We remind you that our website Luthiers.com does not […]
William A Mackay Violin based on Guarnerius 1734 For Sale In the category of blog posts: “Instruments for sale“, you will find the instruments of Luthiers.com subscribers available for sale : either directly from the luthier or from their dealers. We remind you that our website Luthiers.com does not manage in any case the […]
Petko Petkov Interview 1 Tell us about your background? For those who don’t know you yet, can you tell us about your background? Did you go to Luthiers school? Did you follow a training with already established Luthiers? And, if you don’t mind my asking, what did you do before embarking on this adventure? […]
Petko Petkov Violins Guarnieri Vieuxtemps For Sale In the category of blog posts: “Instruments for sale“, you will find the instruments of Luthiers.com subscribers available for sale : either directly from the luthier or from their dealers. We remind you that our website Luthiers.com does not manage in any case the sales of the […]