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Violin makers in Southern B.C. CanadaInstruments: Does anyone have any violin shops/makers (preferably in the Vancouver area) that they recommend who do their business in B.C. ?
From Preston Hawes
Try http://www.tipper-violins.com/Posted on April 16, 2006 at 07:29 PM I had all my repairs done by Kim when I lived in Saskatchewan.
From Kelsey Z.
Thanks for the link, Preston!Posted on April 17, 2006 at 06:02 AM Anyone else have any others to contribute? From Megan Chapelas
Dear Kelsey,Posted on April 17, 2006 at 07:53 PM (First time poster, hello everyone!) I grew up in Victoria, and honestly, I don't think you'll have all that much luck with dealers around Vancouver, at least not in a price range of more than a couple of thousand dollars. Seattle, for some reason, has a much better selection - many more shops, much bigger range of instruments. I found my current instrument at Carrabba and definitely recommend checking out what he and his competitors have to offer. Exchange rate's not even that bad at the moment! Rafael Carrabba Violins
Megan From Jane Frankenfeld
I agree with Megan on all points.Posted on April 17, 2006 at 08:23 PM Also in Seattle, David Van Zandt makes some nice instruments (and is a very helpful person). For BC, you might contact Michael Vann. In addition to making bows, he deals a bit in instruments--he might have something or be able to point you in the right direction. From Kelsey Z.
Thanks a lot Megan and Jane!
Posted on April 17, 2006 at 09:26 PM From Emily Grossman
You haven't mentioned a price range. If you were looking for something similar to what I just paid, I have lots of advice about the Seattle area, having just purchased a violin there. Email me.
Posted on April 17, 2006 at 09:39 PM From Kelsey Z.
I'm looking in the 10-15 thousand dollar range. I don't know how likely it is to think about being able to get down to the US as I don't have independant travelling abilities at this time but again, any recommendations are greatly valued both for now and for in the future.
Posted on April 17, 2006 at 10:24 PM From Angelo Eftimeo
Lots of selection in Seattle even in that price range. Robert Ray in Olympia and Carl Applebaum in Tacoma are also good bets at that price range. In Vancouver, Doven Violin Shop (604) 731-7422; and The Strad Shop (604) 874-7229; are close to each other, so you can check out 2 shops without a lot of driving. Michael Altshuler Violins (604) 837-5413; might also be a possibility
Posted on May 10, 2006 at 05:34 PM From Kelsey Z.
Thanks for the info Angelo! I did look into the Strad Shop but I've been quite fruitful with Wilder and Davis appointment so if things continue to go as they currently are I may not need to go to any other shops!! :D
Posted on May 11, 2006 at 03:28 AM From Mister Brucie
Apparently Port Townsend, Washington is a sort of mecca for violin- and bow-makers. Hopefully someone who reads this will be able to tell you more. (for instance, someone who lives in Seattle and plays the violin, i.e. not me)
Posted on May 11, 2006 at 05:12 AM From Pieter Viljoen
Preston, why do you need someone else to do repairs? Real men do it themselves... they use duct tape.
Posted on May 11, 2006 at 06:50 AM From Emily Grossman
I thought it was electrical tape.
Posted on May 11, 2006 at 07:17 AM From Kelsey Z.
No, duct tape in Canada.
Posted on May 11, 2006 at 02:05 PM From Angelo Eftimeo
Yes, Red Green taught me all I need to know about duct tape. In Port Townsend (a ferry ride and short drive from Vicoria BC) there are many (more than 5) of the top bow-makers in the US. Charles Espy, Ole Kanestrom, and Robert Morrow among others.
Posted on May 11, 2006 at 03:46 PM |
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