William Robert Scott Cello Minneapolis, 2016 Bill Scott is an award-winning American violin maker who built his first instrument in 1977 and opened his own workshop in the Twin Cities in 1986 after training at Dahl Violin Shop and apprenticing with Hans Weisshaar. Widely respected for his craftsmanship, Scott has earned three gold medals, five silver medals, and numerous Certificates of Merit from the Violin Society of America, achieving Hors Concours status in 2006. A former

L: 2023 Eduard Miller Viola, L: ca. 1765 Vinaccia Family Violin… can you tell which strings are on each instrument? Have you ever come to the moment where your strings have gone false, and you think "Man, I should order another set of these"... and then realized you can't remember what type of strings you put on your instrument in the first place? We have the fix for you! At first we figured we'd go through all the string makers' websites to put together a chart for string id

A cello that was the victim of a falling device attack We thought it might be nice to address something that's not often discussed, but that we see fairly frequently in the repair shop: injuries from falling phones and tablets! We've got these technological juggernauts hanging out in our hands and pockets all day, and it's very easy to forget that they've got enough mass in their little bodies to totally cream a nicely carved thin piece of wood! These problems seem to happen

Dive into the ethics of the violin trade with Mackenzie, Jerry Lynn and Ben Hebbert! https://www.omopod.com/89

You can now find the world’s most trusted sheet music right here! Please call ahead to see if we carry the editions you're looking for! Bärenreiter for sale at Denver Violins!

François Nicolas Voirin ca. 1875, Paris François Nicolas Voirin (1833-1885) was a preeminent French bowmaker who revolutionized the craft in the 19th century. After apprenticing in Mirecourt, he joined the Parisian workshop of his cousin, Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume, where he refined his skills for fifteen years. Voirin eventually established his own atelier, developing a distinct style characterized by slender, elegant sticks and a shifted balance point. His personal model favor

For your bows and instruments! Mackenzie, Evan, and Nadya playing with OPIUO at Red Rocks with PlainsSong Project last May! We all look forward to the exciting performances of Summer Festival Season, but between the hot dry air, blazing sun, and the quick humidity of summer showers, summers can wreak havoc on bowed string instruments and bows! Here are some good tips and tricks for navigating playing shows and attending festivals in the Centennial State and beyond. HOT VEHICL

A Tononi-Model Cello by Peter Bingen Minneapolis, 2024 Thank you to Kacey Cole Photography! Peter Bingen (b. 1974, Los Angeles, CA) is an award-winning luthier based out of Minneapolis who specializes in violins, violas, and cellos. A graduate of North Bennet Street School, he apprenticed with David Gusset and Andy Carruthers. Recognized for original design and exeptional tone, Bingen's accolades include a 2024 VSA Silver Medal. This instrument is based on a beautiful Tononi

L: Scroll of 1775 Nicolò Gagliano Violin for sale at Denver Violins, R: cross-section of a nautilus shell A few weeks ago, as I (Nadya) was wandering around the shop attempting to gain inspiration about what the "big" article in the next newsletter should be, I took a minute to appreciate the beautiful Mark Dearlove cello on display in our lobby with its beautiful f holes, the very cool stamp burned into the back, and its unusual and characteristic scroll. Cue inspiration str

Maggie Brady played the inaugural blue bow concert! She played a recital on John Aniano's last bow: a blue bow that Evan was honored to acquire and finish the last few details (including writing John's name in morse code in the wrapping), and the concert was in memory of John, and to raise awareness for the Glioblastoma Foundation . THANK YOU, MAGGIE!!

Our very own Mackenzie Miller is now on the team at OMO podcast! (Don't worry-- she's still 100% at Denver Violins as well) Be sure to tune into the most recent episode to hear her interviewed about running a violin shop both as a business owner and the head of operations! Click HERE or on the image to the left to stream the episode! She also co-hosted an upcoming episode with Jerry Lynn and special guest Ben Hebbert where they discuss the ins- and outs- of ethics in the vio

A Guadagnini-Model Viola by Eduard Miller 15 3/4" Denver, 2023 For sale now at Denver Violins! Our very own Eddy Miller is a Denver-based award-winning luthier who bends a background in music performance with elite technical training. A graduate of the Violin Making School of America, Eddy honed his craft under masters Georg Meiwes, Gregg Alf, and Joseph Curtin. Now specializing in new instruments, Eddy strive to create "musician's companions"-- violins defined by exceptional

Matt spends most of his time playing music, riding a bike, or writing about and engineering software. We've decided to occasionally interview some of the wonderful humans who come through our shop. First up is Matt Parsons, who started learning the cello as an adult, has stuck with it, and has really impressed us with his mindset and persistence! This interview has been edited for length and clarity THE JOURNEY TO THE CELLO Nadya: Was there a specific moment that made you thi

In A Monumental Victory for the Global Music Community, Pernambuco ( Paubrasilia echinata ) Will Remain on CITES Appendix II! To quote Alliance-International: Brazil recently proposed moving Pernambuco to Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). Today, CITES approved new rules within Appendix II for the use of Pernambuco by shops, makers and musicians. Balancing conservation goals with musical traditions, thes

The first known photograph of Denver City (modern Larimer Square) ca. 1858-1860 taken by Rufus E. Cable At first glance, Denver’s rugged "Wild West" roots seem at odds with the delicate art of violin making. Yet, despite its relative geographic isolation, Colorado has a storied history of world-class lutherie that grew right alongside the silver and gold rushes! During the mid-19th century, "high culture" was the ultimate status symbol for the nouveau riche. To prove their mi

The High-Level Scoop The Big News: In November of 2025, the CITES Conference of the Parties (COP20) will convene, and Brazil has...

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-Nadya Hill, August 2025 As a string player for the vast majority of my life, I will admit to at times lacking a little curiosity about...

DV Gets a Shoutout from the Symphony Blog! “Denver Violins, which had set up a wonderful shop in the Daniels & Fisher Tower at the end of...

There are two complex political situations that musicians and makers alike need to be aware of! Note: this information is not intended as...