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Mission Statement / Business Philosophy


  • It is the mission of Givens Violins to acquire, sell and restore fine violins, violas, cellos and bows in service to the professional and discriminating string playing community;

  • to provide repair with an eye toward preserving and protecting instruments for succeeding generations as well as toward solving the immediate needs of their owners;

  • and to use our expertise to provide accurate advice and information for our customers and each other in an atmosphere of mutual courtesy and respect.

  • Givens Violins tries to consistently use the highest professional standards in both our repair and sales departments, our concern for our customers and acquiring a large and varied inventory.