This poor violin was in a fire. 🔥 The varnish has some of the biggest blisters I’ve seen. 🎻 fb.watch/DJFjhBUhp6/ #firevictim #varnishbubbles #violin #violinist #luthier #restoration #nope #nathansaidno #violinmaker #violinplayer

We are pleased to offer this fine #violin crafted in 1850 by #violinmaker Charles Adolphe Maucotel for examination, trial and purchase. It possesses a powerful, rich voice that projects beautifully. Learn more: benningviolins.com/fine-violin-ca… Watch video: youtu.be/kq-TYg4vLIM?si…

#Violinist Brian Benning demonstrates a fine #violin crafted in 1850 by #violinmaker Charles Adolphe Maucotel. This instrument is offered for examination, trial and purchase. 🎻 #fineviolin #violinforsale #violinplayer Watch the Video: youtu.be/kq-TYg4vLIM?si…

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! 🎅🏻 Be sure to visit our shop for great and affordable holiday gift ideas for the violinist, violist or cellist in your life! 🎁 We'll be very pleased to help you find something special! 🎄

We are pleased to offer this fine #cello #bow made in 1910 by #bowmaker Victor Fetique for examination, trial and purchase. A superb playing bow for the professional cellist, it is equally a beautiful acquisition for the discerning collector. Learn more: benningviolins.com/fine-cello-bow…

Our guess is we're not the only ones who overindulged during the holiday! This cellist wisely planned ahead!

We are pleased to offer this fine Bass Gamba made in 1968 by Karl Roy for examination, trial and sale. A fine example of German craftsmanship that appeals to serious players and collectors alike. Learn more: benningviolins.com/fine-baroque-c… #gamba #bassgamba #violinmaker #violadagamba

The holiday season is here! 🎅🏻 Stop by our shop for wonderful, budget-friendly gift options for the #violinist, #violist, or #cellist in your life. 🎄 We’d love to help you pick out something truly special! 🎁

The ground preparation going on this Eric Benning-crafted viola, a copy of a Giovanni Rota for the violist Paul Coletti. fb.watch/DNG8TPYqqR/ #viola #violist #luthier #violinmaker #Rota #PaulColetti #violaplayer

This is unfortunate. I chased this pin knot well past my typical arching shape. A small but open structure of this knot which went almost across the whole width of the back. I still had hope. This back is now a wall hanger. Off to find a new back. #luthier #violinmaker #violin

Thicknessing my replacement back for this #violin when lo and behold … a little pin knot to say hello. This one won’t be a problem. It’s descending towards the edge and wont be an issue. Just funny that it’s basically in the exact same spot as my last back. #luthier #violinmaker

We are pleased to present six fine and elegant violin bows, all crafted by the legendary and preeminent and prestigious shop of W.E. Hill & Sons, for examination, trial and purchase. Learn more about these fine bows: BenningViolins.com/Fine-Violin-Bo…

We are pleased to offer this fine #Testore-model #violin crafted in 1937 by #violinmaker John Juzek for examination, trial and purchase. It responds easily across all registers, making it ideal for students and the professional #violinist. Learn more: benningviolins.com/fine-violin-jo…

We are pleased to present this fine and gorgeous #Guarneri-model #violin crafted in 1992 by #violinmaker Brian Benning for examination, trial and purchase. It possesses a voice that is rich and penetrating, ideal for the solo #violinist. Learn more: benningviolins.com/fine-violin-ca…

We are pleased to offer 4 fine #cello bows for examination, trial and purchase by brothers Victor and Jules Fétique, of the renowned Fétique #bowmaking dynasty. All are fabulous playing bows for the discerning #cellist, as well as collectors. Learn more: benningviolins.com/fine-cello-bow…

Learn About the Early Violin Makers: Micheli, da Salo and Maggini Families - Luthiers born 600 years ago gave us the first violins. Instrument refinement came about through multiple generations of violinmakers devoted to their craft. ~ Read more: benningviolins.com/history/the-ea…

We are pleased to offer this fine #viola crafted in 1970 by #violinmaker Otto Erdesz for examination, trial and purchase. It features a powerful, resonant tone, impressive projection, and richly expressive voice. Learn more: benningviolins.com/fine-viola-cat… #violist #violaforsale

The Holiday Spirit is in the air! 🎄 Come in to the shop and discover great holiday gift ideas for violin, viola, or cello players—all at accessible prices. 🎻 We’re here to help you find the ideal present! 🎁