Alessandro Löwenberger, violin maker in Genoa
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 …
7 strings Bass Viol after Michel Colichon The instrument is an historical reconstruction of the Bochum Colichon (bigger body size ca. 72 cm lenght), back, ribs and neck made of Italian “canaletto” walnut, delicately moired. Soundboard made in 5 pieces sitka spruce. Fingerboard and tailpiece walnut ebony veneered, pegs in ebony. Finished in custom oil Read More …
Michel Colichon was one of the most renowned viol makers in Paris in the end of 17th century. His instruments are clearly inspired by english viol makers, as we can see from the soundboards, constructed joining more (usually) parts in bent spruce (or cedrela odorata). This instrument has a smaller body compared to the Bochum model, Read More …