Shaojun Violin Shop

13/08/2026

🔧 Scroll repair: before & after

This violin came in with a chunk missing from the scroll after a knock. Swipe to see the repair 👉🏻

I grafted in new wood, carved it to match the original shape, then colour-matched and varnished the area to blend seamlessly with the rest of the scroll.

A repair should never be the first thing you notice 🎻 🤎

13/06/2026

We’re delighted to offer this beautiful 3/4 violin by Andrea Solzi, handcrafted in Cremona in 2021 🎻 🤎

Despite its smaller size, it delivers a warm, rich, and responsive tone, making it an excellent choice for the advancing young player.

01/06/2026

Next up on the workbench: The Guarneri del Gesù “Ole Bull” (1744) 🎻

I’m officially starting this legendary new project. Stay tuned to watch the journey from raw wood to finished instrument 🤎

craftsmanship

11/05/2026

18/04/2026

2026 Ivan Bizov Cello – Cremona 🇮🇹 🎻

Fine-grain spruce top paired with a beautifully flamed two-piece maple back.

Crafted in the historic city of Cremona, renowned for its centuries old tradition of master luthiers, this instrument reflects both tonal depth and refined craftsmanship.

06/03/2026

Centre seam repaired, glue set, and the tidy-up begins.

Another violin back on track 🎻🤎

02/03/2026

Cause of incident: Singapore’s heat 🌡️

Diagnosis: Fingerboard separation

Treatment: Fresh glue, proper clamp.

Fully recovered 🎻🤎

28/02/2026

Rodolfo Fredi Violin has landed in our shop - rich Italian warmth, ready to sing 🎻🪽

27/02/2026

Cause of death: Humpty Dumpty syndrome 🥚🎻😆

25/02/2026

Hope everyone had a beautiful Chinese New Year filled with joy, rest and good music!

Back in the workshop, giving this “patient” a careful post-CNY clean before closing the seam 🧹🎻