The Violin Shop

Musings from the workbench of violin maker Andy Fein on makers, instruments, bows, musicians, and the joys of a life in the world of stringed instruments.

Cameo appearances by the musicians on staff at Fein Violins.

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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Stanley Steamers, X-Rays, and Violins! Huh?

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Written by Andy Fein, luthier at Fein Violins  and Kevin Berdine A long time ago, an elderly woman brought in a violin she wanted to sel...
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Saturday, November 17, 2012

Kreutzer (?) Sonata: An Inspirational Work

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Written by Andy Fein, luthier at Fein Violins  and Kevin Berdine The birthday of the great French violinist Rodolphe Kreutzer is on Nov...
Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Title Bout: Guarneri del Gesu versus Stradivari. Which is Best?

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Written by Andy Fein, luthier at Fein Violins , and Kevin Berdine Be careful what you ask for. This morning, while taking photos (to ...
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Sunday, November 11, 2012

Beethoven and Bonaparte. The Eroica Was Almost the Bonaparte

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Written by: Andy Fein, luthier at Fein Violins  and Kevin Berdine What does a cantankerous musical genius and a man of short stature...
Monday, October 29, 2012

Can't kick the tires of a violin-What to look for when buying an instrument.

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Written by Andy Fein, luthier at Fein Violins Kevin Berdine, and Amy Tobin Looking for a "new-to-you" instrument is a daunting...
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