Projects
I ‘m hugely fortunate to have my work prized by some of the UK’s top orchestral and chamber musicians.
Commission for a 1695 Ruggieri model cello for london philharmonic orchestra extra player and Hamilton: an american musical deputy, iain ward
- One-piece back
- Tailored to suit the player
- Set-up for projection
guadagnini model commission for pei-jee ng, co-principal of the london philharmonic orchestra
The cello was based the 1757 “Teschenmacher” Gudagnini, made in Milan. With its wide body and generously spaced sound holes, it has a deep and growling lower register. The Commission brief was to base the cello on the Guadagnini whilst allowing for a freedom of personal input and interpretation from myself.
Cello based on the 1727 Matteo Goffriller played by Daniel Muller-Schott.
This cello was a recent commission from a member of the LPO section. It was a project that required much research and investigation. The Varnish was an especially in depth area of study. Im very humbled by the feedback and response from the customer and other professionals who have been putting this instrument through its paces. (original cello pictured top right)
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Cosmetic work on an 1860 honore derazey
- Matching the varnish
- repairing the damaged areas
- Full new set-up
- Repairing a developing bass bar crack
Repair work on 1928 Giuseppe Pedrazzini violin
Rowan’s stunning example of a Pedrazzini violin was in need of some tender love and care after he took the corner off when he caught it with his bow. It’s a surprisingly common occurence and one which I was more than happy to put right.
Repair work on 1928 Giuseppe Pedrazzini violin
- Rebuilding the corner
- Replicating the grain
- Matching varnishes
Rowan’s stunning example of a Pedrazzini violin was in need of some tender love and care after he took the corner off when he caught it with his bow. It’s a surprisingly common occurence and one which I was more than happy to put right.
During the job, I came across the original colour of the violin on the one spot. The original varnish was a deeper red ochre but as the sun-bleached the varnish over time it settled into its present colour. I had to mix a varnish which when it dried would tie in nicely but it’s amazing to see the power of the sun.
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