Barnesviolins LLC

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Barnesviolins LLC Barnesviolins LLC is a bowed string instrument business. We sell, rent, and repair string instruments, bows, and cases. We also offer accessories. Mr.

Tim Barnes is Co-Owner of BarnesViolins LLC. with his wife Virginia and has over 20 years experience in the violin business. While in high school Mr. Barnes attended The Blair School of Music in Nashville, Tennessee. Barnes studied viola with Kathryn Plummer, Milton Thomas, Louis Kievman, and Isadore Tinkelman. He is a graduate of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. While in college, Mr. Barnes had 2 Italian violas on loan to him, a Eugenio Degani, and a Vincenzo Sannino from The Colburn Foundation in Los Angeles. He has been a performer and teacher in South Florida since 1988. In addition he has served on the executive board of AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS, Local 655 and is a member of the Violin Society of America. As a performer he was the principal violist for the Palm Beach Opera Orchestra, Atlantic Classical Orchestra, and the Palm Beach Pops. He was also a fellow and founding member of The New World Symphony under the Direction of Michael Tilson Thomas. Barnes has performed as principal Viola in numerous musical productions including Phantom of the Opera, Sunset Boulevard, and Miss Saigon at the Kravis Center and Broward Center for the Performing Arts, as well as the National Tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Barnes had the opportunity to perform under the baton of Leonard Bernstein at the Schleswig Holstein Music Festival. He has also recorded with many artists, including Michael Jackson, Gloria Estefan, The Bee Gees, Jon Secada, Alejandro Sanz, and Ed Calle. Tim Barnes’ well rounded experience in the performing and teaching community, as well as his years in the violin business, gives him a unique ability to assist players in selecting an instrument and bow that they are truly happy with.

“All Roads Lead To Barnesviolins!”

But if you DO need a scary repair, don’t lose your head over it…Barnesviolins is at your service!
10/28/2026

But if you DO need a scary repair, don’t lose your head over it…Barnesviolins is at your service!

We are excited to welcome one of our newest employees, Dan Prier, to the Barnesviolins team! Dan is an experienced luthi...
10/28/2026

We are excited to welcome one of our newest employees, Dan Prier, to the Barnesviolins team! Dan is an experienced luthier and string instrument specialist. We are proud to have him!

10/24/2026

Join us next Saturday, 10/31 between 10 AM - 3:30 PM for a spooky Halloween celebration! Wear your best costume for a chance to win our Costume Contest!🎃👻

Fiddles On Fire! Young violinist names his new violin Speedy for how easily his fingers could fly!
10/23/2026

Fiddles On Fire! Young violinist names his new violin Speedy for how easily his fingers could fly!

Stay tuned for a spooktacular announcement! 📣🎃
10/23/2026

Stay tuned for a spooktacular announcement! 📣🎃

Fabulous young violinist finds his voice on a John Weisberg violin purchased at Barnesviolins!
10/09/2026

Fabulous young violinist finds his voice on a John Weisberg violin purchased at Barnesviolins!

Proud to sponsor Westglades Middle School Orchestra- what an incredible program! A model for all Florida public schools!...
10/08/2026

Proud to sponsor Westglades Middle School Orchestra- what an incredible program! A model for all Florida public schools! The performance warmed my heart (Mrs. Barnes talking)! Westglades Orchestras

Advancing player upgrades to a beautiful new violin at Barnesviolins!
10/03/2026

Advancing player upgrades to a beautiful new violin at Barnesviolins!

Sometimes the cello chooses you! South Florida professional cellist finds match made in heaven – a powerful cello, light...
09/29/2026

Sometimes the cello chooses you! South Florida professional cellist finds match made in heaven – a powerful cello, light comfortable bow, and beautiful case!

09/25/2026

Watch the full video on YouTube!

Address

1640 NW 2nd Avenue
Boca Raton, FL
33432

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+15612450555

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