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Fine Cello – 2024, Roberto Cavagnoli & Barbara Piccinotti Workshop, Cremona, Italy
This exceptional 2024 Cello handcrafted by Roberto Cavagnoli and his wife, Barbara Piccinotti Cello was handcrafted in Cremona, Italy. It is a testament to the rich heritage of Cremonese luthiery. Built with precision and passion, ths cello showcases the highest level of craftsmanship, tonal excellence, and aesthetic beauty.
Every element of this instrument has been meticulously designed to produce a deep, resonant tone, with remarkable warmth, power, and clarity across all registers. The cello’s rich overtones and strong projection make it an ideal choice for professional cellists, whether performing in solo, chamber, or orchestral settings. Its balanced tonal spectrum allows for a dynamic range of colours, ensuring expressive and nuanced performances.
Cavagnoli’s signature varnishing technique further enhances the cello’s tone and appearance. The hand-applied, thin, and flexible varnish allows the wood to breathe, contributing to its free, open sound and quick response. Made from carefully selected aged tonewoods, including aged Italian spruce from Northeast Italy and flamed Balkan maple, this instrument embodies both tradition and innovation.
Key Features of This Cello:
✔ Handcrafted in Cremona, Italy – Expertly made in Roberto Cavagnoli’s renowned workshop
✔ Deep, Resonant Tone – Exceptional warmth and projection for professional-level performances
✔ Finest Aged Tonewoods – Aged Italian spruce and Balkan maple for optimal resonance
✔ Masterful Varnish Application – Thin, hand-applied varnish for enhanced tone and antique-style finish
✔ Powerful Projection & Dynamic Range – Ideal for soloists and chamber musicians
✔ Designed for Advanced & Professional Cellists – A premium instrument for expressive, refined playing
✔ Modelled after the legendary Montagnana 'Sleeping Beauty' cello
About the Maker – Roberto Cavagnoli
Born in 1975, Roberto Cavagnoli is a master luthier trained at the prestigious Antonio Stradivari International School of Violin Making in Cremona. With extensive experience working under some of the most respected violin and cello makers in Italy and Australia, Cavagnoli has developed a distinctive style that blends Cremonese tradition with modern sound refinement. His work has received numerous international awards, including a Silver Medal for cello tone at the VSA Competition in Portland, USA, and high recognition at the Cremona Triennale and Mittenwald competitions. Today, Cavagnoli continues to craft exceptional violins, violas, and cellos, sought after by professional musicians worldwide.
