American Viola by Stefan Lukas Bauni, Harlem, c2010
16 1/8″ American Viola by Stefan Lukas Bauni, Harlem, c2010
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American Violas
American viola making has produced some of the most celebrated instruments of the 20th and 21st centuries, with makers in Chicago, New York, and beyond establishing enduring legacies rooted in European training and distinctly American innovation. Washington Fine Violins is pleased to present a select group of American violas that exemplify this rich tradition.
From the workshop lineage of Chicago — home to legendary makers whose instruments grace the hands of world-class performers — to the contemporary work of Harlem-based luthiers bringing fresh perspectives to the craft, American violas offer extraordinary value and musical depth. These instruments often represent outstanding opportunities for players seeking concert-quality instruments with provenance, personality, and strong investment fundamentals.
Jim Kelly has spent decades developing relationships with the finest American makers and dealers, and each instrument in our American viola collection has been personally evaluated and set up for optimal performance. We encourage visits to our Washington, DC showroom and are glad to arrange trials by appointment.
American Viola by Carl Becker Sr, Chicago #193 c1928
Carl G. Becker Sr’s grandfather Herman Macklett was an early American violin maker, and Carl followed in his footsteps from a young age. Born in Chicago in 1887, he built his first violin in 1901, and went to work for the firm of Lyon & Healy under the guidance of John Hornsteiner until 1908. At
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