The Makers:

Riccardo Bergonzi (b. 1961, Cremona, Italy) began his vocation as a violin maker when he made his first violin at Stefano Conia’s workshop as a 12-year-old!  Bergonzi trained at the International School of Violin Making in Cremona in the 1970’s, graduated top of his class in 1979, and was decorated with the school’s G. Marola Award.  His training was enriched by being surrounded by some of the greatest Italian luthiers—Francesco Bisoletti, Giorgio Scolari, and Giobattista Morassi.  Shortly after graduation, he taught at his alma mater for 10 years and continued to receive awards for his instruments.  Along with his activity as a violin maker, Bergonzi is also a painter and sculptor, working with wood and bronze.  With his passion for art and violinmaking, Bergonzi is on a life-long journey to seek the spirit of the great Italian makers throughout the ages and make it live again through his work.

Appearance:

This violin presents a  lively orange-brown varnish with some bear claws on the belly, paired with a striking flamed two-piece back.

Sound & Feel:

This elegant violin has an exciting, opulent, and radiant sound palette easily accessed from the bow stroke.  You will be drenched with fabulous tone color and an equilibrated, focused response from the Bergonzi.

Materials:

Belly: Spruce, Two-Piece

Back: Maple, Two-Piece

Certificate:

The violin is paired with Riccardo Bergonzi’s certificate.

Specs:

Back length: 35.5 cm

String length: 33.1 cm