Like all musical instruments, violins require regular attention in order to perform at their best. So, to keep your violin playing, sounding and looking its best, I can take care of the maintenance for you.

Violin care in the workshop

In my opinion, violin maintenance is an aspect that is entirely neglected by the majority of musicians. In my experience, very few of them realize how important it is to work with a luthier and bow maker to get the best out of their instrument.

***If you're reading this, remind me to write a full article on the subject, because I'm sure I haven't done so yet***.

Acoustic maintenance

Keeping a violin sounding its best is a never-ending quest. The search for the perfect sound of one's instrument is so finicky and fleeting, that it requires enormous collaborative effort and, above all, regularity.

Adapting tensions to the changing seasons is only part of the constant evolution of tone, as parts such as the core, bridge and fingerboard wear, move, clog and oxidize. Even the tiniest detachment can cause your instrument to lose its unity and sound...

In short, if your instrument doesn't receive regular maintenance, it's unlikely to perform at its best. That's why I invite you to come to the workshop and learn how we can work together to make your instrument perform at its best.

Maintaining playability

Playability is a crucial factor in the success of your music. However, it's an aspect that's often overlooked. An instrument should be built to accompany you in the creation of your music, not to handicap you. You should also know that playing an instrument with poor playability is conducive to the development of Musculoskeletal Disorders. Now, I don't want to blow the whistle on this, but most instruments are problematic, regardless of price.

Particular attention should be paid to :

• button
• the neck(all its aspects) and its mounting on the resonance box
• assembly

If you're serious about your music, come and have your instrument diagnosed now to find out if you're at risk. In my experience and according to statistics, most of you are concerned. I sound a bit alarmist, but honestly, it will save you a lot of trouble.

Cosmetic care

Cosmetic maintenance may seem superfluous, but it's not insignificant. On the one hand, keeping an instrument clean is good for sound and playability, but it's also important to prevent excessive wear and soiling of the wood. This is just as important for its proper functioning as it is for maintaining its value over time.

Help maintain your violin

As you can see, the maintenance of your violins will inevitably involve the workshop, but you shouldn't ignore good practice either.

That's why, on my blog, I invite you to discover how you too can play your part in maintaining your violin. I present a few simple gestures you can apply on a daily basis to preserve your precious instrument.