Articles and references

Biography of Matteo Gofriller and Violin for Sale
The Italian violin maker Matteo Goffriller (1659-1742) is considered one of the greatest violin makers of the Baroque period. Born in Brixen, Tyrol (now Bressanone in Italy), he settled in Venice and where he made his reputation.
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Pernambuco
Pernambuco wood, Brazilwood or Pau-brasil, is a species of tree in the Caesalpiniaceae family. It is native to the Mata Atlântica or Atlantic Forest located on the northeastern coast of Brazil. At the time of its discovery by the...
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Humidity, heat and cold
Extreme temperatures and thermal shock can affect your instrument. Like most organic materials, wood expands in heat and contracts in cold. Too much heat can damage the nail polish, among other things.
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Choosing a bow

Choosing a bow is as important a process as finding an instrument. The instrumentalist cannot imagine how much this tool can improve and facilitate his or her playing, until he or she has experienced it.  

 

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