From the Workshop to the Competition: A Virtual Journey into My World of Violin Making
Happy summer to all my readers! Despite the summer heat, I am in full swing here at my lutherie workshop in Cremona. This is a...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Mar 6
- 2 min
The Age-Old Challenge Between Stradivari and Guarneri: A Modern Journey in Violin Making
Directly from Cremona, the heart of world violin making, I recently had the honor of partaking in a historical rivalry between two...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Nov 23, 2023
- 2 min
The Tailpiece in Stringed Instruments: An Unexpected Acoustic Journey
Directly from Cremona, the historic heart of violin making, comes a valuable lesson: the tailpiece, often an underestimated component,...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Oct 22, 2023
- 1 min
Directly from Cremona: A Month Since Our Musical Reunion at Mondomusica
It's been precisely one month since the curtains fell on this year's Mondomusica, and the melodies from Cremona still resonate in my...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Sep 18, 2023
- 2 min
Directly from Cremona: A Sneak Peek of Mondomusica
Set against a backdrop of art and culture, the city of Cremona annually becomes the stage for a globally significant event, tugging at...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Aug 7, 2023
- 3 min
The Art of Investing in Modern Cremona String Instruments
The world of music is a testament to art and precision. When it comes to string instruments, the legacy of craftsmanship becomes even...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Jul 16, 2023
- 2 min
The Rebirth of My Viola: A Melody from Cremona to Moscow
The Journey of a Master Luthier: From Creation to Restoration Direct from the historical city of Cremona, home to the most famous...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Jun 14, 2023
- 2 min
The Sound Renaissance at Cremona Mondomusica
Directly from Cremona, undisputed oasis of violin making, I am preparing to step back onto the stage of the most prominent stringed...
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marcoosioliutaio
- May 23, 2023
- 2 min
The Timeless Charm of the “Diamante” violin
Directly from Cremona, city of art and cradle of luthiery, a treasure returns. A treasure that I crafted with my own hands in 2014, part...
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marcoosioliutaio
- May 5, 2023
- 2 min
The Bassbar: the Sound Engine of Stringed Instruments
Its Importance in Luthiery and the Choice of the Right Wood Directly from Cremona, the Italian city famous for its luthiery tradition,...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Apr 18, 2023
- 2 min
The Importance of the Soundpost in Violin Making
Directly from Cremona, the city of the world's most famous stringed instruments, let's talk about the soundpost, the true pulsating heart...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Apr 7, 2023
- 2 min
The cost of a modern string instrument: factors that influence the price of a musical masterpiece
Directly from Cremona, the capital of violin-making, we discuss a burning question: how much does a modern string instrument by a...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Mar 29, 2023
- 2 min
Mountain Maple: The Fine Wood of Stringed Instrument Making
A versatile wood, appreciated not only for its acoustic properties, but also for its aesthetic beauty, making it a popular choice among...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Mar 21, 2023
- 2 min
Resonance Spruce: The perfect wood for high-quality instruments soundboards
Let's discover the exceptional acoustic properties of resonance spruce, a wood species used in high-quality violin-making. Learn about...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Mar 13, 2023
- 2 min
Why is Cremona the city of violins?
Directly from Cremona, a small city in Lombardy known as the birthplace of some of the world's best violins. The works of Cremonese...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Mar 5, 2023
- 2 min
Modern instrument vs. antique: Why Choosing Innovation
Direct from Cremona, the city of luthiers par excellence. In this article, I want to talk about the advantages of a modern instrument...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Feb 27, 2023
- 1 min
The Purfling: Enhancing Stability and Beauty in Stringed Instruments
Direct from Cremona, the heart of the World lutherie, to take a glimpse into the ancient and captivating art of violin-making. One of the...
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marcoosioliutaio
- Feb 24, 2023
- 1 min
Direct from Cremona
Welcome to my blog on violin making, where you can discover my passion for this 500-year-old craft straight from the heart of my...
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