Peter Prier & Sons Violins

08/13/2026

Two Violins: One by a master teacher, and one by his very successful student. Can you hear similarities in the sounds? Let us know in the comments!

Interested in trying this Melanson or a Peter Prier? Stop in the shop, we’d love to have you! Give us a call at 801-364-3651 if you have any questions.

Happy playing!

08/11/2026

Why is Prier’s special to you? Let us know in the comments!

Many of us at the shop have special connections to Prier’s, whether it be family, or just coming in as a kid and getting our first violin. We’d love to hear any special memories or connections of yours - Let us know!

Any questions? We’d love to help! Stop in our shop in Downtown SLC, or give us a call at 801-364-3651!

08/06/2026

You can only take one violin: which do you choose? 🎵

Let us know in the comments below! 👇

At Prier’s, we love to hear the difference in personality between instruments, which these two spectacular violins most certainly have! Made nearly 250 years apart, they’ve had extremely different lives, but represent the tradition and craft of violin making equally well.

Interested in trying either of these violins out? Stop in to Peter Prier & Sons Violins in Downtown Salt Lake City! We’d love to help you find the perfect instrument for you!

Questions? Give us a call at 801-364-3651.

08/05/2026

Getting ready to head back to school? We’ve got your back! Stop in Peter Prier & Sons Violins in Salt Lake City from August 4th-22nd to enjoy 10% of instruments under $10,000*, JonPaul Bows, and all accessories!
Any questions? Give us a call at 801-364-3651, or stop in - We’d love to help you!

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* - Consignment instruments not included.

08/02/2026

Getting ready to head back to school? We’ve got your back! Stop in Peter Prier & Sons Violins in Salt Lake City from August 4th-22nd to enjoy 10% of instruments under $10,000*, JonPaul Bows, and all accessories!

Any questions? Give us a call at 801-364-3651, or stop in - We’d love to help you!

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* - Consignment instruments not included.

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07/30/2026

Can you name these parts of the violin? (You might not know a few of these!)

‼️Answers below! 👇‼️

1 - The Bridge

The bridge is one of the most important parts of the violin beside the violin itself. It holds up the strings and transfers vibration to the body to produce the sound you know and love! A well carved bridge is vital to your sound, and even more important for the playability of your instrument.

2 - Purfling

Purfling is the beautiful inlaid decoration you’ll find on the edge of most violins, violas, cellos, and basses. While being decorative, it also serves a practical purpose by stopping cracks on the top before they can stretch along its surface, helping violins survive for centuries.

3 - The Saddle

The saddle is a little known, often hidden, but extremely important part of the violin. It’s typically carved out of ebony, holding and anchoring the tailgut, which connects to the tailpiece of the instrument.

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Any other questions about string instruments? We’d love to help! Give us a call at (801) 364-3651, or stop in our shop in downtown SLC!

07/28/2026

Have you ever wondered why Stradivari’s instruments are SO expensive - sometimes reaching 15 or 20 million dollars at auction? Paul Prier, one of the owners of Peter Prier & Sons violins, would love to tell you why!

Any questions? We’d love to help! Please give us a call at (801) 364-3651 or visit us in person in Salt Lake City!

Happy playing!

07/24/2026

Have you ever heard someone say that violins age like fine wine? We’d certainly say that’s the truth!

Take a listen to these 3 violins, all from different centuries, and see if you can hear how the sound of these beautiful instruments mature!

Interested in trying these and other amazing violins?
We’d love to have you visit Peter Prier & Sons Violins today, in downtown SLC. We have an instrument that is perfect for you!

Any questions? Give us a call at 801-364-3651, or stop in the shop - We’d love to assist you!

07/16/2026

Light or Dark rosin - Have you ever wondered what you should use? Mary, Manager at Peter Prier & Sons Violins, is here to help you out!

Any questions? Stop in our shop in SLC, UT, or give us a call at 801-364-3651!

Happy playing!

07/14/2026

Have you ever seen a violin like this before?

This is a pocket violin! It has a full length fingerboard, but a tiny body. It was designed for conductors, dance-masters, and the like, but also became loved by street musicians for its size!

Any questions regarding string instruments? We’d love to help you out! Stop in our shop in Salt Lake City, UT, or give us a call at +1 801-364-3651!

Happy playing!