Check out my first instructional video. This one goes over the relatively simple process of rib planing. Visit the page here for a summary and tips.
Monthly Archives: June 2018
Schools and Courses in Violin Making
I’ve added a
new addition to the resources section. There you’ll find an updated list of North American Violin Making Schools and workshops. You’ll also find a link to a comprehensive list of international programs.
Check it out here.
Continuing the Canonne
Work continues on the back of the Guarneri 1743 ‘Il Cannone’ inspired violin.
This tightly famed European maple back and matching neck block will closely approximate the original ‘Il Cannone’. This beautiful wood should make for a visually stunning instrument.
The downward chevron created where the flames meet at the joint are true to the original. Guarneri broke with tradition in this aspect of his making – an intentional statement of individuality to set himself apart from the other great Cremonese makers.
The outline is transferred from the mold with a moderate overhang. The plate outline and overhang will be adjusted with files after this step. Cutting is done by hand with a #7 blade on the Knew Concepts Jewellers aluminium fret saw.
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