Fine Instruments, Makers and Stories

The soul of the violin lies in its strings. Every nuance of tone, from warm and mellow to bright and powerful, is shaped by the strings you choose. With so many options available, finding the perfect set can feel overwhelming, especially when each one offers a different playing experience. That’s where Thomastik-Infeld stands out. Known for precision, […]

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 […]

Amati Viola and Fine Instruments Andrea Amati, the father of the world of violin-making, founded a legacy that has spanned generations and has created the foundation for the world-renowned Cremonese violin-making tradition. But did you know that Amati is also considered one of the creators of the modern viola as we know it today? In […]

Our selection of the greatest Symphony Orchestras Worldwide Known for their elegant and beautiful performances, the most outstanding Symphony Orchestras have the power to leave us speechless with such beautiful work. All over the world and with excellent musicians, the symphonies are all so amazing!  What is the greatest Orchestra in the world you would […]

The Ideal Soundpost Placement: How Position Impacts Your Instrument’s Tone Do you experience trouble when managing the acoustics of your stringed instrument — be it a violin, cello, or viola? It is an all too common problem among these instruments and can be solved quite easily if you take care of the soul of your […]

Few traditions have shaped the history of the violin as profoundly as Italian violin making. From the workshops of northern Italy in the sixteenth century to the instruments sought by musicians and collectors today, the country developed a reputation grounded in craftsmanship, experimentation, and the transmission of knowledge across generations. The influence of fine Italian […]

Facts about Antonio Stradivari's History Known all over the world, Stradivari crafted an estimated 1,000 instruments, 650 of which survive today. Born in 1644 and originally from Cremona, Antonio Stradivari is known as one of the best violin-makers! The luthier spent 71 years crafting violins, violas, and cellos, which is quite a lot for somebody who […]

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 […]

French Violin Makers French violin making took shape through the exchange of skills, instruments, and ideas between Mirecourt, Paris, and the wider European musical world. From the refined work of Nicolas Lupot and François-Louis Pique to the influential Paris workshop of Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume, French makers helped reinterpret classical Italian models while developing a lasting tradition […]

Few names in music history carry as much reverence as Antonio Stradivari, who is a great inspiration for us at Amorim.  His violins, known as Stradivarius, are symbols of perfection instruments that have transcended centuries, still played by the greatest musicians of our time. From the intimate workshops of Cremona, Italy, Stradivari transformed the art of violin making into […]