Great Violins - Art or Science?
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The name “Stradivarius” evokes a kind of reverence among classical violinists. The creations of legendary luthier Antonio Stradivari, who died in 1737, are prized the world over for the silvery clarity and richness of their tones and their responsiveness to the hands of musicians. They command prices in the millions from musicians and collectors.
Luthiers, or makers of stringed instruments, down through the years have tried to find ways to reproduce those delightful qualities. Often, they’ve tried to do so by selecting and shaping the wood used in their instruments.
One man thinks he’s done it through biochemistry.
Luthiers, or makers of stringed instruments, down through the years have tried to find ways to reproduce those delightful qualities. Often, they’ve tried to do so by selecting and shaping the wood used in their instruments.
One man thinks he’s done it through biochemistry.
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