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Violins and violas built with distinction -- |
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Since
1983, William Atwood has combined an appreciation
for classic violins and violas with his training as an
Experimental High Energy Particle Physicist. Working in
his dedicated shop in the mountains above Santa Cruz,
California, Bill has produced more than 50 violins and
violas now in the hands of San Francisco and Monterey Bay
Area musicians.
He has authored several articles and given many lectures on the physics of violins -- how and why they sound as they do. In collaboration with Tom Croen of Walnut Creek, a synthesis of traditional expertise and modern understanding of violins is evolving. |
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Mission Statement: -- To make the best possible violins and violas in the classic Italian tradition, utilizing modern acoustical science. -- To provide players with a knowledgeable and comfortable setting in which to explore and develop the sound potential of their instruments. -- To participate in and contribute to the contemporary violin making community through articles, workshops, and conferences. |
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| You can see photos of the inside of the shop by clicking on the links at the top of the page or below. There are also photos of instruments in production and scientific acoustical analysis of instruments. | |||
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Also you can listen to .wav files of an Atwood violin being played by Timb Harris, member of the Santa Cruz band Estradasphere! Just click here to open a separate window with the available files to download. |
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