by John Rihani | Jun 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
Listening can be difficult. I’m fortunate that several of my hobbies – musical instruments, hifi stereo systems, and concert attendance – overlap when it comes to critical listening. Most people step into comparing instruments, bows, strings,...
by John Rihani | Jun 19, 2018 | General News
I visited the workshop of Eugene Holtier today to pick up a cello he made for the shop. We will also receive a violin of his in the next two weeks. What’s missing? A viola! (He doesn’t make basses…) We chose this beautiful material from his stock and we should...
by John Rihani | Jun 12, 2018 | Uncategorized
One of the enjoyable aspects of my job is developing relationships with living makers and sourcing wonderful instruments for the shop. As often happens these days, I became aware of Eugene Holtier’s work through social media. We communicated over time and,...
by John Rihani | Jun 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
Later today, I’ll be headed north to Anderson University during their summer string camp. Throughout the year I have the opportunity to give talks to college students as well as high school and middle school students. Teacher and professors ask me to speak on...
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