StringWorks Blog

A Stringed Instrument Specialist’s Manifesto

With specialized services and products like violin, viola, and cello, you need to go to a string specialist, a violin shop. A violin isn’t a violin; you do not want the VSO (violin-shaped-object: l...

Have it Your Way at StringWorks! Baroque, Fiddle, Classical...

Yes, you can still have your instrument, your way from StringWorks. Fiddle players rejoice!   Baroque players rejoice!   We and our luthier are excited to work with you, our family of players, to g...

A "Soloist's" Profile: Meet Lorraine English

Cellist, StringWorks Customer, Double-Soloist Owner - Lorraine Hogle English has been a longtime customer and when she consigned her 1964 Roman Teller cello with us, we thought it would be great ...

How do I choose the right violin, viola, or cello for me?

Choosing the right stringed instrument is, understandably, a daunting task for most musicians - particularly those who are relatively new to the instrument.  Think of it less as a task, though, and...

Scared to buy a violin, viola, or cello online? Don't be!!

Often we hear potential customers say something along the lines of "my teacher said to NEVER buy online!" *sigh* 'Buying online' and purchasing from a reputable small business who HAPPENS to have a...