Atelierviolins repair and restoration
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Specialists in the Repair/Restoration
Valuation and Authentication of
Fine Orchestral Instruments
61 Highland Drive-
We are a well established restoration and instrument making business based in the UK. With almost 30 years of experience in the craft, Gerard Murphy graduated from the musical instrument faculty of The London Guildhall University and enjoys sharing his love of luxurious materials and passion for the violin with customers the world over.
Gerard's expertise and keen eye have been used by restoration departments in some of London's best known auction houses, where he was able to familiarise himself with the finest instruments in circulation and delighted at the opportunity to work on old master instruments before they were catalogued.
Our workshop produces instruments for all levels of player, from novice to professional. Chances are, if you are an experienced player, you will have heard an instrument that has been touched by Gerard.
We take care, utmost care with all our instruments and for bespoke pieces, whether they be exact copies of old instruments or made to specification, there is a waiting period of approximately six months.
Our current projects include the exact recreation of two Joseph Guarneri's for international clients, the restoration of two Italian violins circa 1735 and 1717, and a copy of a Vuillaume cello. Aside from this, our workshop is busily working daily on violin repairs and restorations, as well as varnish cleaning and bow rehair.
We offer discounts to schools and students - please contact Gerard for details. We also provide an emergency bow rehair service and would again ask kindly that you contact Gerard for information on our out of hours service.
So whatever your playing level and whatever the damage or issue, if you have an instrument that no longer sounds as warm or bright as it used to, or just doesn't feel right, we are here to serve and restore your pride and joy to its former glory.
All of our work is guaranteed and each instrument is subjected to careful examination before we are satisfied that it is suitable to leave our workshop. It is by maintaining these rigorous standards that we are able to supply quality instruments. We have a good selection of instruments and bows to choose from and you are welcome to try.
Visits by appointment are generally preferred.
T: 020 8950 0854
M: 07792 606 806
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