Crafting violins inspired by nature, tradition, and community

Moving with the seasons, as in traditional craftsmanship, is at the heart of my instrument-making. The changing rhythms of the natural world influence many aspects of my work, from the materials I choose to the way I craft each instrument.

Materials

My instruments are made with high quality tonewood: maple back, neck and sides and a spruce top.

I can also source and work with local and more unusual woods. I currently have a stock of storm-felled ash from the Peak District with beautiful flame and character.

Close-up of the headstock of a wooden stringed instrument, possibly a guitar or violin, showing tuning pegs and detailed carving on the wood.

Close-up photograph of a wooden violin scroll, showcasing its intricate carved details and tuning pegs, set against a plain light background.

Close-up of the side of a polished wooden upright bass with a light gray background.

Close-up of the scroll and tuning pegs of a wooden violin against a light gray background.

A violin with a wooden body and black fingerboard, set against a plain white background.

Close-up of a violin’s scroll and tuning pegs against a plain white background.

A wooden violin with a bow resting against it, placed on a light-colored surface against a plain white wall.

Back of a violin showing the pegbox, scroll, and body against a plain white background.

Close-up of a violin scroll with a person's hand holding a bow, wearing a green shirt in the background.

A close-up of a wooden guitar lying on a wooden surface with a smooth, polished finish, with a blurred background showing three violins hanging and a potted plant.

A wooden violin lying on green moss and small plants in a forested area with trees and greenery in the background.

A close-up of a wooden violin with four strings and a black chin rest, set against a light background.

A wooden violin with a scroll shaped like a bear's head against a plain white background.

What you’ll receive

Along the way you’ll receive photos of your instrument in progress.

You will be presented with a certificate of authenticity upon purchase.

Your instrument will be set up to your specifications, with a wide choice of fittings and strings.

You will also be given a free service at 6-12 months, in order to carry out any tonal adjustments as the instrument matures.

Customers may be as involved in the process as they would like to be: you can come to the workshop and select the wood and you’ll receive regular images and updates as the making progresses.

2027 Schedule

I work by splitting my year into a series of build slots. These can be reserved with a 20% deposit (please get in touch for more details on the process).

The month below is the approximate delivery month for the instrument.

Dec/Jan- Reserved
March/April -Reserved
April/May– Available
June/July- Reserved for my own making, please get in touch if you’d like to be added to the waitlist to try this instrument. It will be a 5-string.
September - Reserved
December - Available

Pricing

The price will vary depending on your wood selection, fittings and other requirements. The prices below are a guide only, for a tailored quote, please get in touch.

Violin £5,500+

Viola £6000+

Cornerless/ Viol style Violin: £4,700+

My own model 5-String violin: £5,800+ (other models available, pricing on request)

I also offer bespoke decorative carvings, see my previous work page to view specific projects.

Commission an instrument

Not ready to commission an instrument?

Join my waiting list to be notified when I complete instruments for general sale, for an opportunity to trial them prior to being placed online.

To start the process of commissioning an instrument, or to be added to my waitlist, please fill out the form below and I will get in touch with more information.