Cesare Candi was an Italian luthier known for his careful workmanship, distinctive style, and his role in shaping the Genoese school of violin making in the early 20th century. Born in Minerbio, near Bologna, in 1869, he began his training in 1884 with Raffaele Fiorini, an influential figure in the revival of Italian violin making. …
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Stefano Scarampella was one of the most influential Italian violin makers of the early 20th century, widely regarded for his bold, expressive style and strong connection to the Mantuan tradition. Born in Brescia in 1843, Scarampella came from a family rooted in woodworking and musical craftsmanship. His older brother, Giuseppe Scarampella, was already an accomplished …
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Joseph Grubaugh and Sigrun Seifert are widely regarded as one of the finest violin making teams working today. Partners in both craft and life, this husband-and-wife duo has been collaborating in the art of violin making for over forty years, earning international acclaim for their instruments’ exceptional tone, refined craftsmanship, and elegant aesthetic. Their instruments …
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Marino Capicchioni was an Italian luthier known for his craftsmanship and innovative approach to violin making. Born in Santa Mustiola, in the Republic of San Marino, Capicchioni was the second of seven children to Virginia Cecchetti and Bernardo Capicchioni, a carpenter. He grew up in a woodworking environment, assisting his father, and later became interested …
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