Last year was a positive year, five violins made. The last violin is heading to Australia, but there is a delay in sending it because of the high temperature, 45 degrees at the last count! Half way through a new Guarneri del Gesu, Lord Wilton copy, 1742. It’s one of my favourite instruments to make, though it throws up many challenges, especially the scroll and deep corner fluting.
For the first time in years I have a commission for a cello. In between that time I have a few fiddles to be going on with, so it’s going to be a busy, productive year.
Just got a message from Margot Smith who has two of my instruments, a violin and a viola. She plays regularly with various Ensembles at Paisley Abbey, and she wanted to let me know that three of my instruments were played in one evening. One of these days I’d love to get through to see a concert, I’ve heard Paisley Abbey is beautiful.
I went to see a fabulous concert at the Usher Hall before Christmas, Anne Sophie Mutter playing Penderecki Violin Concerto, and in my humble opinion she is one of the greats, amazing vibrato and a wonderful interpretation of this piece of music. Next up, Nicola Benedetti playing the Wynton Marsalis Concerto in d. I watched the documentary some time ago of them working together and I’m looking forward to the concert on the 8th February at the Usher Hall with the RSNO.
I’m heading to London for the 3rd February for the BVMA makers day. It takes place at Kings Place, London from 10.30 to 5.30. I’ll be exhibiting a violin and a viola (Guarneri copy violin and a Maggini copy viola). If you are in the area please come in and try them out. I’ll be dropping pictures on Facebook and instagram of the instruments before I go so check them out. Or just pop by and say hello!
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
