Instrument making blog

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Musings of an independent violin maker and repairer based in Sheffield. Other identities covered here include (but not limited to): climber, dog owner, off-grid tiny house builder and moss enthusiast.

We promote the art and craft of bowed string instrument making through our magazine, short courses, conferences and annual Makers’ Day event. Here you'll find our latest news, events and excerpts from our magazine, BVMA Quarterly