The Maker:

This 2018 Cesare Valli cello, handmade in Beijing, is a fine example of a superbly crafted Chinese instrument.

Appearance:

Marked with lovely golden brown varnish on the front and speckled dark stripping on the back, the Cesare Valli cello is ideally suited for the advancing student cellist.

Sound & Feel:

With easy playability, it is astonishing the level of depth, resonance, and character one can elicit from this fine instrument. The tonal quality is one of complexity and subtlety, offering a deeply rich lower voice that exhibits a dark evenness of sound, which is complemented by the sweet yet warm lyricism of the upper register.

Materials:

Belly: Spruce, two-piece

Back: Maple, two-piece

Specs:

Back Length: 69.1 cm

String Length: 63.1 cm