SkylarK MV009 Violin

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CONDITION REPORTS : (**) Detailed condition reports for all lots are available upon direct request to the Saleroom In the mid early seventy, China was still a real communist country. Their manufacturing was more concerning on quantity than quality. Most of us would love to own one of the million dollar Italian violins by a great maker, but given that they cost millions of pounds, the more pressing issue is how to find a violin that is just right for you at the price you can afford. This has been a subject of discussion for violin students for as long as the violin has been studied. In Louis Spohr’s Celebrated Violin School, an instruction manual on playing the violin published in 1832, Dr. Spohr notes:

Don’t waste your money on anything less than RM 1,000. Save for a bit longer. It’s worth it. Really cheap violins are no good. Imagine buying any household appliance and going for the cheapest option. You wouldn’t expect it to last. The value toaster that blows up after a week; the washing machine that breaks down after a month; you just wouldn’t. The violin-making community in and around Beijing emanates from the work of master violin maker Zheng Quan, who has arguably done more than any other individual to promote and expand the development of fine violin making in China. In 1983, he became the first Chinese student to attend the prestigious Cremona International Violin Making School. After his training in Italy, he returned to China and founded the violin-making and research center at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing in 1988.Second, the finger board inclination and straightness are very important. Too high or too low will affect the fingering, double stopping or even creating unwanted noise. This is evidenced by the increasing number of Chinese violin makers who have won awards at recent international violin-making competitions. By my count, for example, approximately 10 percent of the award winners at each of the past three VSA competitions have been from China. Though some of these makers have relocated throughout the world, often to the US, all of them made their start in China, where the violin-making community is concentrated in three geographic regions—Beijing, Guangzhou, and Shanghai. Beijing

Students might give up, thinking that they are no good when, in reality, it is actually the instrument that is letting them down. China is also continuing to emerge in the fine-instrument market for advanced and professional players, and there is no reason to believe that this upward trajectory won’t continue. The entries in the China Competition were virtually flawless from a workmanship standpoint, and the judges noted that the primary area for improvement is in the development of a more personal style.The value of a Skylark violin is determined by a combination of intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Understanding these elements is essential for accurately assessing the worth of such an instrument. 1. Craftsmanship and Materials The most well-known graduate of the violin-making program at the Shanghai Conservatory is Tianren Hua, who graduated from the program in 1982 and further studied in Germany before returning to teach at the Shanghai Conservatory. Hua’s instruments have won international awards, including at the VSA competition in 1990. Shanghai is also home to Rong-Di Ma, who is widely regarded as the best Chinese bow maker, and who served as a judge at the Fourth China Competition The Present and Future In this post, we will look at what kind of violin brands to stay away from and the best violin brands for beginners .

In the end, of course, the decision is yours. But just know there is a way of seeing it as avaluable instrument. And yep, I'm always a "glass half full kind of person" Collection and delivery costs are included for the first 2 years in the event of an item becoming faulty Maybe there's a school in your area, that has a music program, where young folks can learn how to play an instrument. Here in the States, many such programs are way under funded and it's my experience that they all are very appreciative of having instruments donated. Many times the teacher can do the necessary repairs for a fraction of what it would cost at a store. Thus some lower income quite possibly talented young person, could have aninstrument to learn on. It could be a very valuable instrument if you consider that by donating it, you could provide one or more individuals with a lifetime ofenjoyment from learning to playthe violin.If you are considering buying an older instrument or one that has been repaired, ask the advice of an expert repairman. Even professional violinists often don’t know what to look for or what they’re looking at when they try an old violin, but while some repairs can have no adverse effect on tone, they may decrease the value of the instrument.

In addition to high-quality and affordable student instruments, individual Chinese violin makers also continue to develop a reputation for making fine instruments for advanced and professional players. While the Skylark violin may not have the prestige of more established violin brands, its reputation among musicians and dealers can impact its value. If Skylark violins are well-regarded for their consistency, playability, and quality, they may command a higher price on the market. 5. Provenance and Rarity So, I think what they are all trying to say somewhat gently is, the cost to do the set upthat you describe it needs, might be more than the instrument is worth at this point. That is of course looking at things from a monetary point of view. And don't get me wrong that's a valid way to look at things, but there are other ways........... Whilst prospective buyers are strongly advised to attend the auction personally or via an online bidding platform and are always responsible for any decision to bid for a particular Lot and shall be assumed to have carefully inspected and satisfied themselves as to its condition, we will if so instructed clearly and in writing execute bids on their behalf. Neither the auctioneer nor our employees or agents shall be responsible for any neglect or default in so doing or failing to do so. Where two or more commission bids at the same level are recorded we reserve the right in our absolute discretion to prefer the first bid so made.The provenance, or documented history, of a Skylark violin can influence its value. Instruments with notable ownership histories or connections to renowned musicians may have higher worth. Rarity also plays a role—if a particular model or edition of the Skylark violin is relatively scarce, collectors and enthusiasts may be willing to pay more to acquire it. East Bristol Auctions will be required by law to meet current compliance requirements for example, under UK AML (anti-money laundering) HMRC laws, or individual countries customs laws and regulations and disclose this information It is clear that in the student-instrument market, China has become a dominant player. With some diligence, a player can find an instrument that meets or exceeds the standards of student instruments from other countries, and at a more affordable price. If you have bought one, then you may be considering what opportunities this instrument have to improve. If you are considering it, you are probably interested in not investing much, and want to get the best of a small investment.