Benning Violins Staff
Benning Violins is a renowned family-owned and operated violin shop that recently celebrated our 70th year in business.
Benning Violins proudly celebrates over 70 years as a family-owned and operated violin shop, where our dedication to craftsmanship and service continues to define our legacy in the stringed instrument and classical music community. At the foundation of our renowned shop is our exceptional team of skilled violinmakers, luthiers and professional musicians, each bringing unique expertise and passion to serve our diverse clientele.
Our staff combines knowledge of centuries-old traditions with modern expertise to provide an unparalleled experience for every visitor who walks through our doors. From the student seeking their first violin to the accomplished cellist in search of a fine cello, we offer the personalized attention and technical insight that has become synonymous with our family name.
We take pride in cultivating an environment where warm, personalized service meets technical excellence. Our staff’s collective experience spans all aspects of fine stringed instruments, including new instrument making, restoration and repair, as well as fine bow restoration, repair and maintenance.
The success and longevity of our business rises from our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional service, combining technical precision with genuine care for each customer’s individual needs. When you visit Benning Violins, you are connecting with dedicated professionals who share your passion for violins, violas, cellos and bows, and understand the importance of finding the perfect match for each and every musician.
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FINE INSTRUMENT CATALOG
At Benning Violins, we maintain one of the largest selections of fine stringed instruments for sale. Our exceptional collection includes fine violins, fine violas, and fine cellos from renowned old-world masters and contemporary luthiers, including our master violinmaker Eric Benning. Fine violin bows, viola bows, and cello bows crafted by French masters complement our stringed instrument collection.
FINE VIOLINS FOR SALE
We offer an exceptional selection of fine, fully restored violins crafted by old-world masters for examination, trial and purchase. Violins crafted by modern masters round out our collection.
FINE VIOLAS FOR SALE
We offer a extensive variety of fine, quality violas crafted from the mid-18th Century to the late 21st Century for examination, trial and purchase. Our violas are fully restored and in-stock.
FINE CELLOS FOR SALE
We offer a catalog of fine, master-crafted cellos by old-world and renowned modern makers for examination, trial and purchase. We offer facilities for trial in our studio’s showroom.
BENNING INSTRUMENTS FOR SALE
We offer violins, violas and cellos crafted by the Benning family of luthiers, made in the style and tradition of the master Cremonese violinmakers, for examination, audition and purchase.
FINE BOWS FOR SALE
We offer an extensive and enviable collection of fine violin, viola and cello bows crafted by the renowned French masters, as well as bows by prominent modern makers, for examination, trial and purchase.
BAROQUE INSTRUMENTS FOR SALE
We offer a distinguished selection of fine baroque-era instruments — from Viola da gambas to Viola d’amores — crafted by notable makers, fully restored and available for examination, trial, and purchase.