Thomas Croen is an Oregon-based luthier whose instruments are the product of two lifelong passions: music and woodworking. He has been honing his craft since training at the Violin Making School of America in the 1970s.

Croen’s violins combine classical aesthetics with modern creativity. His wealth of experience with violin restoration has given him the historical expertise and problem-solving skills to create truly unique and responsive instruments. Croen is also an expert in acoustics, and he has authored multiple articles on the topic. This knowledge allows Croen to create violins with superior tone quality that sing in any space.

Croen’s artistry has been recognized by the Violin Society of America, having won 3 gold medals he can no longer compete as a “Hors Concours.” He has also served the VSA as a judge and a board member. Croen is an active member of the string community, including the Oberlin Makers Workshop and the American Federation of Violin and Bow Maker