Amorim Fine Violins

Are you not sure if it's already the time to change your violin? Learn when it is the right time and how to go about deciding to upgrade your violin! Violins are magnificent musical instruments with their rich history and impressive design. The overwhelming majority of violinists love their first violin even more than any other […]

Most of violin history comes from the families of the great Master Makers, they made history in the development of this instrument! The Guarneri Family was one of them, and their long tradition of violin-makers made important changes in the instrument. The first was Andrea (c. 1626–98), who probably worked with Stradivari in the workshop of Nicolò […]

Five Promising Italian Violin Makers Italy has a longstanding tradition of crafting high-quality violins, and today, a new generation of talented violin makers in Cremona is carrying on that legacy. Some stick to traditional methods passed down through generations, while others explore new techniques and styles. In this article, we'll introduce you to five promising […]

History Of German Bow Making The violin, with its soothing melodies and mournful whispers, owes much of its expressiveness to the unassuming bow. While the French tradition of bow-making often steals the limelight, the story of German bow-making deserves a standing ovation. This lesser-known narrative reveals a vibrant history brimming with innovation, dedication, and a distinct […]

An inside look at the violin making world The violin – a musical instrument popular since medieval times. The classical instrument as we know it today was first developed around the 16th century in Italy and improved during the 17th and 18th centuries, some experiments and studies helped luthiers through the year to get to the […]

The history of bow making is an amazing topic and with many interesting facts! But how much do you know of the skillful bow makers who developed and shaped our modern violin bow as it is today? The French bow-making tradition has its roots in Mirecourt, a small town in the Vosgian mountains in France. The […]

Violin Scrolls: carved into the tops of fine violins, violas and cellos are distinctive scroll designs, the decorative woodcarving that showcases the violinmaker's skill as a maker and craftsman. Originated in the Baroque era, they are typically carved as a shape of a volute or rolled up the spiral and have also appeared as human or animal heads. The volute […]

Around the mid-term of the 1700s, the Classical Period Music took over since the Baroque era was winding down, and it lasted approximately until 1820. What was the Classical period music? The music of the Baroque period was more ordered and complex than that of the Classical period, which focused on simplifying things a little bit […]

Like everything in life, if you genuinely want to understand it, you must look at history. With violins and the violin bow, it’s no different, and it is actually very interesting! Bows for violin and other stringed instruments have been made in a variety of ways over the centuries. In the same way, luthiers get […]

Top Contemporary Violin Makers of 2023 Let’s take a look at the Top Contemporary Violin Makers of 2023! Discover with us the highly sought-after violin makers who are captivating the hearts of professional musicians and music enthusiasts alike by creating instruments that enchant everyone that hears their sounds. We'll explore the exceptional talents behind some […]