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Editor's picks

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  The Violin Maker: Finding a Centuries-Old Tradition in a Brooklyn Workshop

  Book (Harper)
  

  Rating (10 reviews):

  (4.6/5)

  

  Great insight into the mind and craft of a luthier

  Sam Zygmontowicz is one of the great contemporary violinmakers, and John Marchese has more than done him justice in describing the process of his making a violin (for the Emerson String Quartet's first violinist, Gene Drucker). In the process, Marchese takes us not only into Zyg's studio, but also to Cremona, the birthplace of the violin in its modern form (in the 1560s) and the home of the three greatest families of violinmakers--Amati, Stradivari, and Guarneri. In addition, Marchese reports on his meetings with Drucker, who commissioned the violin, and on Drucker's reaction to his new instrument--which complements the Strad on which he had been playing but cannot, in his opinion, fully replace it. 5/5 Richard Conviser (Missoula, MT) - See all my reviews, June 6, 2007

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  Enjoyable and generally accurate

  The author gets to the heart of violin making by studying the work of a modern master. The trip to Cremona is a nice feature of the book, along with the interview with the customer for whom the featured violin is being crafted. I'd love to see a documentary film that parallels this book, with Marchese directing. The references for further reading will help a reader who's inspired by Marchese's book to pursue the study of violin fact and violin mythology. 4/5 David Fowler (Lincoln, NE USA) - See all my reviews, April 1, 2007

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  From a father's point of view

  My son, now 17 has been playing his Great-Great Grandfather's violin for 8 years. Though I love how he plays, he feels he needs a replacement. I didn't know much about violins, so... my first step was to read about it. I picked up John Marchese's book for many reasons, one of which was to get a feel for what we should be looking for with the replacement. I was thrilled at how the book was written, the information it contained and the "easy read" of it. It gives great credit to Sam Zygmuntowicz along with all of those who work to create the magical boxes. I enjoyed it and it definitely had influence on how we will proceed with my son's next violin. Thank You. 5/5 Ten Acre Woods LLC "Darryl Shann" (Escanaba, Michigan, USA) - See all my reviews, January 1, 2008

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  1907 Ad Lyon Healy Cremonatone Old Italian Tone Violin - Original Print Ad

  Home (Authenticated)
  List Price: $43.95
  Price: $31.95
  You Save: $12.00 (27%)

  Authentication: Dual Serial-Numbered Certificates of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance

  Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White

  Packaged in custom sleeve w/ archival black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

  Dimensions: Approximately 5.75 x 4.5 inches; 15 x 11 cm

  Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine

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  Bontempi - Saxophone

  Toy (Bontempi)
  

  Rating (64 reviews):

  (3.9/5)

  

  silver Bontempi saxaphone

  I looked everywhere for a "zaskaphone" for my four year olds birthday...he had wanted one for months. This is the only one that I found that was actually 100% child-wind powered. I has no lights or batteries, and was exactly what he wanted. Fun for kids to learn about instruments and toys that arent complicated and electronic! 5/5 Sarah Cchappel - See all my reviews, September 3, 2007

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  Like all "Bontempi" instruments!

  This is part of our collection which includes this Saxophone, a trumpet, a clarinet, and violin. Our 6-year old twins have used them since Christmas 2006 and we all enjoy them. Not too loud and challenging enough to keep them interested (have to blow and hold keys at same time). 4/5 Mom in San Jose, CA - See all my reviews = Durability:, January 7, 2008

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  wonderful little Sax!!

  This toy/instrument was a big hit. My six year old nephew loved it, even though he is probably on the older end of the age bracket this product was intended for. It really helps the child use his mind/memorization, using color coded pieces and directions for playing popular songs.Great product 5/5 Diana Cannova "diana cannova" (westchester, ny) - See all my reviews, January 18, 2007

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  List Price: $16.99
  Price: $15.70
  You Save: $1.29 (8%)

  Fun to play and encourages creative play

  Measures about 16.5" long

  The toy saxophone is plastic and has a shiny silver finish

  This toy saxophone by Bontempi has 8 keys and can play a scale and the keys are color coded so children can play songs that are printed on the back of the box

  For the budding musician - a silver saxophone for your home orchestra or marching band

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  The Recorded Cello: The History of the cello on record, Vol. 2

  Music (Pearl)
  

  Rating (1 reviews):

  (2.0/5)

  

  The recorded cello:

  For the right person this may be a treasure. However I was looking for some cello music for my wife and did not realize this was composed of actual recordings from records complete with very scratchy background like a 1940's victrola. I did not see the listen option when I ordered "The Recorded Cello" The merchant requests that I pay the return shipping which I think is a fair request. 2/5 khousti - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: The Recorded Cello: The History of the cello on record, Vol. 2 (Audio CD) For the right person this may be a treasure. However I was looking for some cello music for my wife and did not realize this was composed of actual recordings from records complete with very scratchy background like a 1940's victrola. I did not see the listen option when I ordered "The Recorded Cello" The merchant requests that I pay the return shipping which I think is a fair request. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 16, 2012

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  List Price: $50.98
  

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  Rare Handcrafted Italian Music Box with Violin Wood Inlay (Old Cape Cod (SWISS))

  Jewelry (Music Box Attic)
  

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  Florene Music - Classica Old Violin On Music Sheets - Coffee Gift Baskets - Coffee Gift Basket

  Grocery (3dRose LLC)
  List Price: $54.99
  

  Includes: 1 15oz mug

  1 Biscotti cookie

  5 - 2 oz bags of gourmet coffee

  4 soft coasters

  1 of each: French Vanilla, Kenya AA, Decaf Colombian Supremo, Chocolate, and Italian Roast Espresso

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  The Value Of Old Violins: Being A List Of The Principal Violin Makers, British, Italian, French And German, With Approximate Valuations Of Their ... Illus. Of Some Celebrated Instruments And...

  Book (Nabu Press)
  List Price: $18.75
  

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  Rare Handcrafted Italian Music Box with Violin Wood Inlay (Old MacDonald Had A Farm)

  Jewelry (Music Box Attic)
  

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  How to Tell the Nationality of Old Violins

  eBooks
  

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  Along Gypsy Trails

  Music (Doremi Records)
  

  Rating (1 reviews):

  (1.0/5)

  

  Not what I expected, disappointing quality

  This is NOT highlights from a radio broadcast, it IS the radio broadcast - in its entirety - with commentary/introduction from the host. After the radio broadcast portion, the quality on some of the tracks is poor and crackly, and one is not even professionally recorded. It is noted on the program that it is not a professional recording, but the synopsis here by Amazon does NOT reflect any of this. This is NOT what I was expecting in format OR quality. 1/5 Catherine Samardza (DE United States) - See all my reviews, February 5, 2008

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  List Price: $27.98
  

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