Which famous italian violin makers plays the priceless ‘Lincoln Strad ?”
John Sipe Violins Testimonials “I’d been looking for a violin for years. I wasn’t completely satisfied with the newer instruments, and in most cases, could not afford the old ones. After 5 minutes on John Sipe’s violin I knew I had to buy it. This instrument is a dream come true. All the sound and looks of a fine, old Italian instrument, at a price one can afford. It projects beautifully in theaters and in concert halls. This violin also records like a dream…so even and rich, and so easy to play. Many of my colleagues have asked about the instrument, based on the sound or the beautiful finish. When I tell them it was completed in 2002 they are very surprised. When I tell them the price…well, I can see the jealousy. I realize that looking for a new violin is extremely personal; tastes vary greatly. However, John Sipe’s instruments are worth trying for anyone looking for something great. I’ll have this violin forever–even when I can afford the Strad…” Jonathan Dinklage Professional Viol
The priceless ‘Lincoln Strad’ – a violin fashioned in 1695 by the great Italian violin maker Antonio Stradivarius – will be played at the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre (LPAC) on Sunday, April 26,and alongside Barritt, Graham Oppenheimer, Artistic Director of the International Concert Series, will play one of only 12 Stradivarius violas in the world.
As you already wrote, this person is Antonio Stradivari. In my opinion, this is a genius person who has a huge number of masterpieces. I often listen to his works and am amazed at how brilliant this man was. I really want to visit italy to find out more about his homeland, as well as see where he lived. I tried to play some of his works myself, but my last violin had a very terrible sound. I listened to professional recordings and the sound was really very different. I recently found a great violin shop where I already chose a new violin for myself. Hopefully after I buy it, I can enjoy playing his works!
