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Jay Haide Baroque violin
310VLN

To meet the needs of musicians performing early music, we have introduced the Jay Haide à l'ancienne Baroque violin. These violins have been handcrafted and set up to exact Baroque specifications and provide the musician an opportunity to own a fine Baroque instrument at a reasonable price. We feel sure that the Jay Haide Baroque violins will be popular with professional Baroque musicians as well as any musician who wants to experience the joy of playing the music of Bach, Vivaldi and Handel as it was originally performed.

3/4 Jay Haide à l'ancienne German model
German bass

Made in our own workshop, this 3/4 bass has an antiqued varnish.  Beautiful sound and nicely flamed wood.
 

Jay Haide Baroque Cello
310CEL

To meet the needs of musicians performing early music, we have introduced the Jay Haide à l'ancienne Baroque cellos. These instruments have been handcrafted and set up to exact Baroque specifications and provide the musician an opportunity to own a fine Baroque instrument at a reasonable price. We feel sure that the Jay Haide Baroque instruments will be popular with professional Baroque musicians as well as any musician who wants to experience the joy of playing the music of Bach, Vivaldi and Handel as it was originally performed.

Paul Hart Viola d'Amore *SOLD*
18733

Mount Pleasant, UT, 2007. Paul taught at the Violin Making School of America where he trained some of the most important makers working today, including Jay Ifshin.

Arthur Vigneron branded Gand & Bernardel Freres *SOLD*
19982

A highly prolific maker of superb quality bows, Vigneron apprenticed with Claude Nicolas Husson before working with Jean Joseph Martin. This early training from some of the finest archetiers in France helped propel his career. From about 1880 he worked for the important firm, Gand & Bernardel Frers, further developing his career. He set up on his own around 1888. The strong, dense stick is ideal for the high level violinist. It is quick and responsive, and draws a sweet, clear tone that projects. It is accompanied by a Raffin certificate.

Victor Fetique/ Emile A. Ouchard *SOLD*
19977

Victor Fetique was an exceptionally talented bowmaker, and winner of the coveted prize, "One of the Best Crafsmen of France". Originally from Mirecourt, he apprenticed with the Husson family and Charles Nicolas Bazin, before working with the newly opened Parisian firm, Caressa & Francais, in 1901. While there he worked side by side with another great archetier, Claude Thomassin. By 1913 he set up his own shop and before long started supplying large numbers of bows to the musical community of Paris, and beyond. Aside from making bows personally, he finished bows supplied to him by various bowmakers. This particular bow was made by E.A. Ouchard and finished by Fetique, an unusual collaboration by two of the centuries' greatest makers. The bow is strong and flexible, with a rich, ringing projection.

Andre Richaume
19037

One of the finest bowmakers of the 20th century, Richaume spent his entire life surrounded by fine bows and brilliant bowmakers. He began his training under Emile F. Ouchard, working alongside another great young bowmaker, Emile A. Ouchard. He worked with his uncle, Jules Fetique, who worked with Sartory for many years. He also spent five years working with another uncle, the great Victor Fetique, before setting up on his own in 1932. Over the course of his prolific career he produced 1,000 silver and ebony bows of fabulous quality. This violin bow is an excellent example of his work: strong, precise, and dependable, it facilitates the performer's artistic endeavors. It is accompanied by a Raffin certificate.

Christian Barthe
19328

One of the finest contemporary Parisian makers, Barthe has won prizes in various competitions, including in 2016 in Paris for a viola bow. After studying violin for several years, Barthe embarked on his bowmaking career at the young age of 16, apprenticing with Gilles Duhuat. He perfected his skills with Stephane Thomachot and Jean-Jacques Millant. Since 1997 he has been working in Paris, where he sought the advice of the inimitable Bernard Millant. Barthe's work is reminiscent of historic French making, yet possesses distinct characteristics all his own. This bow is remarkably responsive and supple, drawing a warm, clean sound. It is excellent for any young musician seeking a fabulous modern bow at a reasonable price.

Victor Fetique
19039, 19248

Victor Fetique was an exceptionally talented bowmaker, and winner of the coveted prize, “One of the Best Crafsmen of France”. Originally from Mirecourt, he apprenticed with the Husson family and Charles Nicolas Bazin, before working with the newly opened Parisian firm, Caressa & Francais, in 1901. While there he worked side by side with another great archetier, Claude Thomassin. 

By 1913 he set up his own shop and before long started supplying large numbers of bows to the musical community of Paris, and beyond. His best work was made personally, with the assistance of great makers such as his younger brother, Jules Fetique. He trained or hired bowmakers such as his son, Marcel Fetique, Paul Weidhaas, Louis Morizot Sr., and Andre Richaume. Because of his dependable quality, his bows are in high demand by top level musicians. His bows are characterized by their unwavering strength and flexibility, at once clear in tone and rich with color. They are consistently easy to play, handling the versatile technical demands of concert musicians.

 

Carlos Funes 16 3/16"
19575

Carlos Funes Vitanza is a well known maker in San Francisco. He did his training at the violin making school in Cremona, Italy and has worked in the SF Bay Area ever since.

Carlos Funes 16 ⅜"  
19576

16 3/8" Carlos Funes Vitanza is a well known maker in San Francisco. He did his training at the violin making school in Cremona, Italy and has worked in the SF Bay Area ever since.

  

Emile Germain
20110

We are especially pleased to be able to offer these two superb examples of the work of Emile Germain. Born in 1853, Emile trained first in Mirecourt (as did almost all Parisian makers) and then with his father in Paris. He took over his business in 1870 and continues on until 1933. He won a medal at the Paris Exposition Universelle in 1900. These two wonderful violins are in unusually fine condition made from the very finest materials.

Bronek Cison 15 ⅞"
19325

Cison trained as a violin maker in his native Poland, before accepting an invitation from William Harris Lee in Chicago. He has worked there ever since. Cison is especially noted for his violas. And has become one of the most respected makers from this well known workshop.

 

C.N. Bazin *SOLD*
20199

Charles Nicolas Bazin was one of the most important bow makers from Mirecourt in the last two centuries. Many experts consider C.N. Bazin the finest of the eight members of the Bazin bow making dynasty. Apart from being a great craftsman, he was also a great teacher and businessman, running a very efficient workshop that supplied bows of high quality to many shops in Paris and beyond. For this reason, his bows are frequently unbranded. This bow is light and lithe, and is an elegant example of his swan head model.

Roger Lotte
19629

Roger studied with his father, Francois Lotte, and was his assistant from about 1940. He was one of the last of the old guard of French bowmaking, quickly fashioning good playing bows. As a prolific maker, he also supplied bows to notable dealers of his generation, including R&M Millant, Vatelot, and Hilaire. This bow is typical of his work-: Strong, clear, and reliable.

Robert Morrow *SOLD*
19973

One of the top American bowmakers today, Robert Morrow has also been a respected judge at bowmaking competitions, including the VSA. He trained with Charles Espey before setting up on his own in Port Townsend, WA. In 2008 he received the title "hors concours" at the VSA for his numerous gold medals. His work is always as elegant as it is functional, and this bow is no exception. Strong and vibrant, it is capable of drawing a huge tone from the instrument.

Charles Résuche *SOLD*
13157

Résuche worked for famous shops both in Paris (Gand & Bernardel) and Lyon (Diter) before establishing his own shop in Bordeaux. This beautifully made violin has a full, rich tone.

Marco Pedrini
14518

He began his studies in violin making at the age of 14 in Cremona, winning a prize as the school’s best student in 2000. After studying with Giorgio Cé at the school, he apprenticed with the renowned luthier, Giorgio Grisales. In 2008 he established his own workshop in Cremona. This instrument is easy to play, and has a clear, fresh sound.

Marco Nolli
12128

Nolli, like many of the top Cremona makers, was fortunate to have been at the school when Stefano Conia and Giorgio Scolari were teaching there. Since graduation, he has won numerous medals at competitions all over Italy and has launched a very successful career. This violin is now a few years old and has been “played in”. The tone is smooth, clear and responsive.

Jay Haide 101 Model
101VLN

These violins are a great choice for the beginning or intermediate student. Since 1992, the Jay Haide 101 has been our most popular model, both for students and as second or "picnic" violins for the more advanced player. Attractively priced, these instruments offer real value for the money. They are beautifully made and have an attractive uniform golden red varnish similar to some of the contemporary Cremona makers. They are available in full as well as fractional sizes; from 7/8 size down to 1/8 size.

See more information about our line of Jay Haide instruments at www.jayhaide.com

Descriptions and pricing in our article on Jay Haide instruments