Handmade Bows
I hand craft a small number of bows each year using traditional French techniques. Do you need more power, how about response, maybe more resonance or ease of play? As a musician and craftsman, I want to create the right bow for your playing needs. These bows are an excellent choice for the advanced student and discerning professional. More information…
Rehair
Rehair is a regular service of the bow in which the hair is replaced typically twice a year, and recommended more often for serious players. Each bow rehair must follow a meticulous process to preserve the unique characteristics of the bow and sound quality when played. I acquire the finest hair for bows available from a trusted source that I have been working with for over a decade. I obsess over the finest details of hair length, quantity, and tension to produce superb results. The rehair process leaves many delicate parts of the bow exposed and should only be done by a highly skilled and trained professional. More information…
Instruments and Bows for Sale
As I continually develop my inventory, I have a collection of hand-selected items for purchase. Every item is carefully examined for quality of materials, excellence in craftsmanship, and condition before it is selected for my inventory. More information…
Restoration and Repair
Restoration and repair of fine bows have been the main focus of my career as a bow technician for over the past decade. Making bows is something I have gotten into more recently only after studying and understanding what a great bow is and what I want to see in a bow. There are so many great bow makers, but it is unfortunate there are very few people focused on the restoration of bows. So many nice bows with nice sticks are in disrepair and can play so much better in the hands of a qualified technician. Pernambuco is precious and scarce, and bows should not be thrown out if they can be saved. Most parts of the bow can be repaired or replaced and if done correctly can appear original and have no effect on value. Please take care of your bow! More information…
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