RE: Baroque Violin Resources in NYC area?
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Sep 14, 2006 5:47 AM CDT
I have a violin student in the NYC area with an interest in trying out a Baroque (or perhaps Classical) violin, but who has limited financial resources. It has also been my experience that some modern makers of Baroque-style violins are making them with modern neck-angle set-ups, with the claim that violinists prefer that(!) Does anyone have any suggestions as to how she might at least try out an instrument, with something resembling an "authentic" set-up, for a couple of months without a lot of pressure to purchase? Thanks - and hello to all of you out there in period ponderings land! Stephanie |
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Stephanie Chase  |
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Sep 14, 2006 2:18 PM CDT
Hi Stephanie, I have a couple of suggestions for you. First, you could try looking into violins by Jay Haide. They make an 'ancient' model at a cost of about $2500. I don't know the instruments but I had a colleague in the UK try one of the cellos and it was actually not a bad instrument. I'm not sure where in the NYC area they might be available but do know that several dealers in the US stock them. One example is: http://www.ifshinviolins.com/jay_haide_instruments.html. I actually also found some in the UK for only £349 (less than $1000). I'm sure they could be shipped, although I will be in the UK in early Oct and, provided airline restrictions are lifted (which it looks like they might be next week), would be happy to pick one up and bring back with me. Website: http://www.danceofdelight.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=176 As for bows, there is a Brazilian company/maker making basic, but usable bows priced around $750/850, depending on which you go for. I have one that I keep as a spare but is always 'forsale' if anyone wants it - most of the time it's out on loan to friends and colleagues. THe bow making firm is Water Violet. I'm afraid I have no other details than this.
finally, Robert Mealy, who is a member of this group, might have some ideas. He is based in NYC so will have more of an angle on things there. If I think of anything else I'll let you know.
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Garry Clarke  |
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Sep 15, 2006 6:51 AM CDT
Thank you for this helpful information, Garry (and for your extremely generous offer to bring something back from the UK!) - I will pass it on to my student and in the meantime, also look into your suggested resources. If Robert has anything to add, I would greatly appreciate hearing from him.... Stephanie |
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Stephanie Chase |
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Sep 15, 2006 1:19 PM CDT
Hey there, Claire Givens violins in Minneapolis has a collection of baroque and classical violins with a huge range in price and sound. lots of older instruments restored, and newer ones in period set up. Andrew Dipper is the restorer/maker. He's a great contact and is happy to discuss their stock. They also have bows. They'll ship anywhere in the US and give you time to try out their stuff. They're also interested to hear feedback. If the student is really strapped for cash Shar Music now has a line of student model baroque instruments and bows, Chinese made.Don't know how they sound or from which instruments they were copied. I'd have her call Andrew Dipper. They have a website... Emily |
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Emily Eng  |
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Sep 15, 2006 1:26 PM CDT
One more thing on bows. Trevor Ewert in Ontario, Canada is quite a prolific bow maker. Every time I've tried his bows in the last few years they're better and better and I really enjoy playing on them. Resonably priced (last time I heard around $1200 CAD) and pleasant to interact with, he is a great resource for affordable baroque, classical, and modern bows. Check out ewertbows.com (I think) |
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Emily Eng |
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Sep 15, 2006 2:15 PM CDT
Thanks, Emily, for the great suggestions! - Stephanie |
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Stephanie Chase |