Roberto Cavagnoli 2023 Made in Cremona, Italy
Fine Violin – 2023
Roberto Cavagnoli Workshop, Cremona, Italy
This exquisite violin, handcrafted in 2023 at Roberto Cavagnoli's workshop in Cremona, Italy, embodies the rich tradition of Cremonese violin making. Built with meticulous attention to detail, this instrument reflects Cavagnoli’s commitment to superior craftsmanship, using only the finest aged tonewoods, carefully selected for both sound quality and aesthetic beauty.
The violin features a deep, warm tone with exceptional resonance, offering rich overtones and excellent clarity across all registers. Its powerful projection makes it particularly well-suited for large concert halls, ensuring that the player's sound remains full and expressive in solo, chamber, or orchestral settings. The even balance between brilliance and warmth allows for a wide range of tonal colours, making it a highly versatile instrument for professional musicians.
Cavagnoli’s masterful varnishing technique enhances both the tone and visual appeal of the violin. The thin and flexible hand-applied varnish—carefully brushed in layers—allows the wood to breathe while bringing out the natural depth and richness of the aged spruce from Northeast Italy and flamed maple from the Balkans. This not only gives the instrument an elegant antique-style finish but also contributes to its free, open sound and quick response.
Key Features & Specifications ▾
- ✔ Handcrafted in Cremona, Italy: Made in the renowned workshop of Roberto Cavagnoli (2023)
- ✔ Exceptional Warmth & Depth: Offers a rich, resonant sound with deep tonal complexity
- ✔ Strong Projection & Power: Ideal for soloists and professional performers in concert halls
- ✔ Finest Aged Tonewoods: 10+ year aged Italian spruce & Balkan maple for superior resonance
- ✔ Masterfully Varnished: Thin, flexible brush-applied varnish for an elegant antique finish
- ✔ Professional Grade: Designed for expressive, dynamic performance
About the Maker: Roberto Cavagnoli ▾
"The instruments I make are handmade in the Cremonese style. I am always looking for the best wood for sound quality and appearance. I pay great attention to the choice of well-seasoned timber of no less than 10 years old... The varnish I use gives natural colouring to the woods."
— Roberto Cavagnoli
Roberto Cavagnoli
Master Luthier | Cremona, Italy
Roberto Cavagnoli was born on July 8, 1975. He graduated in 1993 from the International School of Violin Making “Antonio Stradivari” in Cremona under the guidance of M° Giorgio Scolari, displaying a great aptitude for wood carving.
After completing his schooling, he spent many years training in Angelo Sperzaga’s workshop, where he improved his manual dexterity and style on classical Cremonese models, with particular attention to brush painting. Between 1998 and 2000, he worked in M° Barbara Piccinotti’s workshop, focusing on clean lines and sound research to develop a personal style.
In 2001, he moved to Australia to work with M° Jeams W. Robinson, mastering fine instrument set-up and deepening his sound research. Upon returning to Europe, his excellence was recognized globally:
- 2003: Participated in the 10th Cremona Triennale.
- 2004: Won Silver Medal for Cello Tone at the V.S.A. Competition (Portland, USA).
- 2005: Participated in the Mittenwald Competition.
- 2006: Won Third Prize for Cello at the XI International "Triennale" in Cremona.
He is a member of the “Group of Professional Violin and Bow Makers,” the Consortium “A. Stradivari” of Cremona, and the V.S.A. Today, Roberto works in his own workshop in the centre of Cremona, crafting violins, violas, and cellos following the antique Cremonese tradition.
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