Summer has flown by! I can’t believe September is almost upon us. It’s been a busy year so far, and I’m just about to varnish a Guarneri del Gesu copy. As a modern maker I’ve had a good year and this is the fourth instrument I’ve made, must be feeling inspired by my surroundings. I’m often asked if I use machinery in my making process but my violins are handmade violins in the UK. The only thing I use is a band saw, everything else is done by hand. To me it’s important that I stick to the old fashioned traditions and processes of violin making.
My apologies to anyone who made an enquiry via my website contact page. It was down for sometime and it a while to realise. The emails all came through once the problem has been sorted and I hope I managed to respond to everyone that had take the time to email. It’s all up and running now and I will be more diligent about checking that’s it’s working.
I featured in the Autumn edition of Local Life North Berwick last month, which is distributed in and around East Lothian. If anyone is interested in reading it, (Local Life, North Berwick, Lifestyle Magazine, Local People). It’s a well written little feature with some interesting pictures.
The next violin order will be making it’s way to Australia, it’s exciting, the first of my instruments to end up in Australia, that I know of! Haven’t quite worked out how to get it out there yet, but will think about that nearer the time!
Last week I received an email from Rachel Barton Pine’s agent in Chicago. I was asked to be on call while she recorded with the RSNO in Glasgow, just in case her violin need an adjustment or repair (Bazzini ex – Suldat Guarneri del Gesu 1742). Sadly the call never came as I was desperate to hear her play and to see the wonderful del Gesu. I did get a lovely email from Rachel Barton Pine saying the instrument performed well and needed no attention. Maybe next time!
Colin made me a Guarneri violin back in 2016 and I’ve been extremely happy with it. It makes a beautiful sound and it’s seen me through conservatoire and now into my professional career. It’s a gorgeous instrument and I look forward to many years to come with it by my side. Colin is lovely to work with and always very interested and helpful whenever I take my violin to get serviced. I recommend Adamson violins to anyone looking for a new instrument.
I’ve been the lucky owner of one of Colin’s Violins for 3 years now. The tone, the balance and the ease of playability have inspired and pushed me to play and to explore techniques and styles that I had not dared to attempt before. I’ve never been happier with an instrument and the violin has been all over the world with me.Colin himself is a wonderfully kind man, a master craftsman and incredibly attentive. His regular updates during the build process were a regular excitement for me and he is very mindful of the upkeep and maintenance of the instruments after completion. His dedication is inspiring and I could not recommend him any more highly for those looking for a world class instrument to further their playing and career.
I am the proud and delighted owner of a Colin Adamson Guarneri copy violin which was made for me in 2019. Despite my being just a very keen amateur player, Colin was lovely to deal with at every stage of the violin commission and I always felt a cherished customer. He sent me photos and videos as my violin was being created which was so exciting and lovely to keep. Any professionals who have played the violin have been so clearly impressed by its quality; of tone, responsiveness, ‘handling’ and beautiful antiqued appearance. I love practising and playing it every day.
I am the delighted owner of one of Colin’s Magini violas. Colin was very attentive to my requests and created a spectacular instrument! The rich tone matches the rich appearance of the viola. After playing it for 6 years, I couldn’t be more pleased.
I have been playing this beautiful viola made by Colin Adamson since 2020. Colin is an exceptional Luthier whose instruments are modeled lovingly on the great Italian masters. Mine is an Andrea Guarneri inspired viola that has sounded glorious from the day I first picked it up. His restoration and repair work is also of the highest quality.
Colin serviced my 100 year old violin. It came back looking pristine. As well as this, the sound was much clearer and more focused. It is so reassuring to take your instrument to someone who you trust and takes such care and pride in their work.Thanks Colin
The year started at the BVMA makers day 25th of Feb at Kings place in London. I brought two violas to exhibit-Andrea Guarneri 1690 inspired copy 16 1/4 and a ...Read More
Summer 2023 update!
It's been a while! Can't quite believe how time flies! The last 3 years have been incredibly busy. I managed to finish a cello during the first lockdown. I enjoyed ...Read More
