Announcing: Unisono Exhibition: The resonance of antique instruments in the hands of great musicians
Back to BlogWe are happy to invite you to participate in our upcoming exhibition, in which we will explore the deep connection between great musicians and their instruments. Over time, music has been transformed, particularly in terms of violin construction, performance techniques, and concert performances. Our exhibition highlights how these traditions, though rooted in the past, continue to shape modern music. By celebrating the mastery of the greatest musicians, we also honor the profound influence they had on the instruments they played, revealing the unique acoustic legacy they left behind. Don’t miss your chance to experience the history and craftsmanship firsthand.
The exhibition, from September 27th to September 29th, 2024, coinciding with the renowned Cremona Music Fair, will feature: May Mukle’s “Farina” 1730 Domenico Montagnana cello, Johanna Martzy’s “Tcshudi, Salabue, Tarisio” 1733 Carlo Bergonzi violin, Antonio Meneses’ 1710 Matteo Goffriller cello, Antonio Stradivari 1734 violin, Isaac Stern’s “Panette” 1737 Guarneri “Del Gesù” violin (copy by Luiz Amorim) and Yehudi Menuhin’s “Ebersolt” 1741 Guarneri “Del Gesù” violin.
Discover the transformation of music
Historical evolution has led to significant transformations in all aspects of music. In particular in violin making, playing techniques, and the way of thinking concert performances. Even though these areas may seem quite distant from modern concepts, they were deeply linked to the modern period in which the personification of the role of the soloist is the focus.
Tradition becomes history
It is in the current present that the memory of concert music tradition slowly becomes history. The great violinists of the past gradually cease to live in the memory of their contemporaries and join the same category in the past as their great artistic partners: their instruments.
In the picture, one of the instruments featured at the exhibition: Johanna Martzy’s 1733 Carlo Bergonzi Violin, “Tschudi, Salabue, Tarisio”.
Violinists Spotlight
The musicians who have played these instruments are not only part of their history, but also enrich their acoustic value. The mastery of a great violinist can bring out a special uniqueness to its timbre and sound, influencing the acoustic response of the instrument and contributing to its development. Giving the spotlight to these violinists means recognizing their contribution to the history and legacy of the instruments themselves, which is fundamental to fully understanding and appreciating the value of these masterpieces.
Immerse Yourself in Unisono Exhibition
Join us for a unique experience from September 27th to September 29th, with the exhibition open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Following our program, on the 27th of September at 6:30 p.m., we will welcome Hina Khuong-Huu, first-Prize winner of the 2023 Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition and Kai-Min Chang, first prize winner of the first Ljubljana Festival International Piano Competition, in a violin and piano recital. On the 28th of September at 6:30 p.m., we will have Ilya Finkelshteyn & Evin Blomberg, performing with the instruments of the exhibition.
If you’re looking for a new instrument, stop by and visit our workshop. All our instruments, including those of Luiz Amorim are available for trial.
We warmly welcome you to this journey through time and sound.
Join us at the exhibition to celebrate the rich heritage of violin craftsmanship and the legendary artists who shaped its history. We hope to see you there and share in this unique exploration of the timeless art of music.
The exhibition and the events are all free entry; please book your seat here for the concerts. All events will also be live-streamed through our Instagram page.
The Workshop
Amorim Fine Violins is a violin, viola, and cello workshop based in Cremona. Our mission is to provide musicians with instruments so they can uniquely express themselves. We are a family business, just like the workshops of Stradivari and Guarneri. Founded in 2001 by the renowned violin maker Luiz Amorim and his wife, Betina Schreiner. We bring our fine arts experience into the violin-making field. .
