Historical reconstruction of antique bowed instruments
Viols and Violins from Renaissance to late Baroque
Alessandro Löwenberger, violin maker in Genoa
Viols and Violins from Renaissance to late Baroque
Instrument commissioned in 2019 by the Kunstuniversität Graz Institut 15 Alte Musik und Aufführungspraxis, this instrument was requested in its original set-up, and was constructed following the construction method of the ancient Cremonese Masters as described by Roger Hargrave. Jakobus Stainer was blessed by fame of great craftsmanship during his lifetime and after his death Read More …
7 strings bass viol attributed to Nicolas Bertrand Bass viol, copy of the one held in Brussels Museum of musical instruments, except from the scroll, inspired by Romain Cheron, despite its small dimensions that make it comfortable for small stature players, can count on a rich bass range. The treble weaving is sweet, warm and Read More …
Functionality of gut frets on bowed instruments, how to choose the right frets for your instrument. Read More …