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03/02/2025

✨ What Can Stradivari Teach Us About Staying Creative in Uncertain Times? 🎻✨

Imagine this: The peaceful streets of Cremona suddenly turned into a battlefield during the Battle of Cremona (1702). Cannons echoed, chaos reigned, and yet, Antonio Stradivari sat quietly in his workshop, crafting some of the most extraordinary violins ever made. 🎶 12 instruments in 1702 alone! 🎻

His resilience shows us that even during chaos, creativity can thrive. 🌟 How do YOU stay focused during tough times? Share your thoughts below! 👇

Read the full story about Stradivari, the battle, and his unmatched focus on our blog. 🔗 [Link in bio]

21/01/2025

Incredible story we came across when researching for our new publication “Antonio Stradivari: The Complete Works”.

Do you think violins (and musical instruments in general) belong in a museum or should they be played?

What are your thoughts on preservation and performance? How can we ensure these cultural icons remain vibrant and accessible for future generations?

Let’s discuss this in the comments!

31/12/2024

✨ Happy New Year! ✨

To our dear friends, colleagues, and all who share our passion for violins, heritage, and preserving the timeless legacy of Stradivari—thank you for being part of our journey.

2024 was a landmark year for us as we proudly released our long-awaited volumes, the culmination of 9 years of dedicated research and collaboration. As we step into 2025, we look forward to continuing this journey, sharing our insights, and bringing Stradivari’s story to every corner of the world.

We can’t wait to connect with you, whether in person or online, and celebrate the enduring gift of Stradivari’s artistry together.

Here’s to a year filled with music, discovery, and inspiration! 🎻

20/12/2024

We have donated a set of Antonio Stradivari: The Complete Works to the Museo del Violino in Cremona. This institution and the amazing people behind it have been instrumental in making Cremona the epicentre of contemporary violinmaking but also as a place of cutting edge research into the legacy of legendary violinmakers such as Antonio Stradivari.

The team at the Museo del Violino has been supporting of this once-in-a-lifetime project since the very beginning and we are very grateful to them for it. We hope that this publication will assist contemporary makers in their advanced studies of Stradivari’s legacy, and start new interesting conversations.

Our special gratitude to Dr Virginia Villa and Riccardo Angeloni for welcoming us at Museo del Violino!

10/12/2024

The new six-volume collection is exploring all known Stradivari instruments.

25/10/2024

Happy Friday!​​​​​​​​​

22/10/2024

Smuggled out of Italy, prized by aristocrats, and crossing oceans—this Stradivarius has seen it all! Centuries of history, war, and glory echo through its strings. Ready to uncover its wild ride through time? 🎶 Head to our magazine for the full story! 👀✨​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

18/10/2024

18/10/2024

🔍 *Looking for Frieda*—a mystery woven through time. In our search to uncover the origins of the 1673 Harrell, du Pré Stradivari cello, we followed a trail of historical clues that led us from a refugee’s note to the enigmatic Frieda von Hofmannsthal. Her story, marked by war, survival, and loss, left us with more questions than answers. Who was Frieda, and how did this rare cello come into her possession? This is just one of the untold stories from my 9 years of research into Stradivari's masterpieces. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Read the full story on our website: www.bearespublishing.com/blog

Stay tuned as we unravel more! 🎻

15/10/2024

Beares Publishing has released “Antonio Stradivari: The Complete Works,” marking the Italian luthier Antonio Stradivari’s 380th birthday anniversary | The most comprehensive collection ever published, the six-volume series details all of the instruments Stradivari ever made

Read more at https://theviolinchannel.com/beares-publishing-releases-antonio-stradivari-the-complete-works/

11/10/2024

It’s October, and London is buzzing with art, from gallery shows to blockbuster fairs like Frieze. Over at Beares Publishing, our editor Mark Gunn decided to get in on the action—unsurprisingly sticking to his 9-year obsession: Stradivari and his legendary instruments. But this time, he's expressing his "arty" side with a twist! Stay tuned as we share some of his Stradivari-inspired comic strips for you to enjoy and unwind.​​​​​​​​​

01/10/2024

In February 2015, Simon Morris of London’s J&A Beare estimated that compiling and publishing "Antonio Stradivari: The Complete Works" would take three to five years. His business partner, Steven Smith, predicted ten years but crossed his fingers, secretly hoping to be proven wrong. ​​​​​​​​​The project took us nine years to complete.! ​​​​​​​​​
✨ Elevate your appreciation for the world's most renowned violinmaker, Antonio Stradivari! ✨

Order your copy today and immerse yourself in the rich history and masterful craftsmanship of Stradivari's legendary instruments. Across six beautifully curated volumes, explore the detailed provenances and beautiful illustrations of the masterpieces crafted in the Stradivari Workshop.

🎻 Don't miss the chance to own this definitive collection!