Perhaps one of the most important, quickest, easiest, yet most often overlooked factors when it comes to violin sound is the type of string you
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The Most Precious Modern Violin Ever Made
Osmium. Who can honestly say they’ve heard of, let alone know anything about it? Well, Master Maker Edgar used this RARE RARE RARE precious metal
Thomas James Davis
I count myself fortunate to have been able to return the last ‘Dead Man’s Penny’ to the family of Fernand Colleaux. That said, I’m equally
The Dead Man’s Penny
Update: I was thrilled to receive a response to my query on the Deleau, Manitoba Facebook page about whether there were any descendants of Fernand
Oil or Spirit?
In his clear and entertaining way, Master Edgar explains the ins and outs of varnish. A couple of personal notes: I’ve used both spirit and
A Visit to Cremona
Olaf the Violinmaker treats us to a tour of the museum in the cradle of violin making.
The Prairie Fiddler 