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Claire Givens Violins, Inc
Dealers, Makers & Restorers of Fine Violins, Violas, Cellos & Bows
Instrument Collection
Bow Collection
Under the long-time expertise and leadership of Workshop Manager Douglas Lay, the Givens Violins Workshop is staffed by a team of professionally trained violin makers and a full-time Bow Specialist. Our mission is to assist players in obtaining the best sound and response from their instruments and their bows. We encourage you to call us at (612) 375 -0708 or e-mail us at workshop@givensviolins.com to discuss any questions you may have and to make an appointment. The workshop provides estimates of work needed and maintains a weekly schedule, upholding a reputation for careful, thorough, and high-quality restorations.
Meet Doug Lay, Workshop Manager
Meet Kim Spagnola, Bow Restorer
About the Workshop
Instrument & Bow Checkups
Early Violins
Early Violas
Early Cellos
Baroque Violin Bows
Baroque Viola Bows
Baroque Cello Bows
Meet Andrew Dipper
Dipper Workshop Staff
Services
Accessories
Articles & Publications
Early Music Links
Andrew Dipper Bow Model Brochure
Classical Violin Bows
Classical Viola Bows
Classical Cello Bows
Andrew Dipper Early Bow Models
Andrew Dipper Early Instrument Restorations
Getting Started in Early Music
Historical Instruments & Bows
Historical Maker Profiles
“Ask Mr. Puppy” Column
We carry a wide variety of accessories including strings, mutes, shoulder rests, chin rests, metronomes, music stands, and more. Our string prices are the lowest on the market. Accessories are easily shipped upon request. To make a purchase, please contact us today or stop by our shop, 10am – 5pm, Tuesday – Saturday.
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Featured Accessories
Trial-Program
Trade-In Policy
Financing
Teacher Gift Card Program
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Return Policy
Claire Givens at her first Minneapolis shop, 1978.
Claire Givens founded Claire Givens Violins in Minneapolis, MN in 1977. For more than 40 years, Claire Givens has focused on serving the full range of specialized needs of string players, from the aspiring young musician to the internationally renowned professional by offering the finest instruments and bows, restoration service, and expertise. Today, Givens Violins enjoys a national reputation for excellence, with one of the largest and best trained workshops in the country and the largest inventory of instruments and bows between Chicago and Los Angeles.
Meet The Staff
Testimonials
Community Support
Instrument Insurance
Industry Links
The Anatomy of a Violin
The Anatomy of a Bow
String Instrument Maintenance Guide
La Voce Newsletter Archives (1997-2009)
Advice for New Players, Parents and Students
Instrument Care & Keeping
Spotlights on Important Current & Historical Makers
Interviews with Staff & Professional Musicians
Humor & History
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