Amanda Schwegler

All musicians want to improve their performance at some point, and if you have been in the music world for a little longer, you know that accessories have a very important role in this. It's normal for musicians to change them once and a while, but is there a right time? When should you replace […]

What Violin did Paganini play? Housed since 1851 in Genova inside Palazzo Doria Tursi, is one of Guarneri’s most wonderful masterpieces. ‘Il Cannone’ was Niccolò Paganini’s affectionate instrument and today is exhibited in a particular room inside the museum; along with the ‘Cannone’ visitors can see the fittings and some other accessories owned by Paganini. […]

The violin facts you didn't know You've probably heard the history of the violin at some point, but did you know any of these violin facts? One of the most recognized instruments in the world, the violin, just like other instruments, has its history and some fascinating facts that you may not know yet. So let’s jump together […]

The art of violin making was originally introduced in Venice and gained popularity in the 16th century following the introduction of violin makers family members who migrated to Venice from the French province of Germany. Cremona has been the most famous city for violin making due to the Amati Family and then later, Antonio Stradivari's legacy, Cremona […]

At first sight, the violin seems to be just another musical instrument to many. However, only the passionate ones can understand its true value. It's not a coincidence that violin appraisal is getting more popular each year. According to Allied Market Research, the demand for violin is soaring due to the increasing demand for learning new […]

There are tons of violin shops all over the world, and when the search for the perfect violin starts, it can be hard to know where to go and who to trust. Among many great violin shops online there is us: Amorim Fine Violins Cremona. And how exactly do we stand out from everyone else? […]

The World’s Most Famous Cellists and Their Iconic Cellos Have you ever heard a cello solo so beautiful that it made your heart stop and made you wonder who the cellist was behind that powerful sound? There are some musicians who don’t just play the cello — they live through it, becoming legends whose names […]

Why is the violin beautiful? How did it engage so many people? A tiny piece of wood, strings and some other things, the violin plays more than just music. It helps people connect. It's a musical masterpiece that has stood the test of time. The violin has had an extremely important role in the spread of […]

Violin Makers in Cremona: History & Present Deep in the heart of Italy, nestled along the tranquil banks of the Po River, lies the charming town of Cremona. This enchanting town has been a sanctuary for centuries for craftsmen, musicians, and dreamers. Cremona is the epicenter of violin making, where the art of crafting violin, viola, and cello has […]

Few instruments have shaped the course of music history quite like the violin. From the soaring solos of a Vivaldi concerto to the sweeping strings of a full orchestra, its sound is instantly recognizable, and deeply human. But long before it graced the world's most prestigious concert halls, the violin had to be born somewhere, […]