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“The Violin Unveiled – History, Techniques and Secrets of Italian Violin Making from Stradivari to Today.”
An enlightening interview/conversation between journalist Roberto Messina and the renowned luthier Stefano Trabucchi, discussing the art, technique, and “secrets” of contemporary Cremonese violin-making, a direct and immediate heir to the historic tradition of the 16th century that began with Andrea Amati in 1539. This tradition was passed down through his descendants and flourished in the following century, during the glorious era of the great Guarneri and Bergonzi families, ultimately culminating in the unmatched Antonio Stradivari. Today, Trabucchi is one of the key figures in this legacy, with his violin-making workshop located in the heart of the city’s historic center. He also serves as President of the Violin Makers’ Group of Confartigianato Imprese Cremona. In his workshop, with tireless and constant practice, he has refined his art, specializing in the construction of the classic quartet (violin, viola, cello), elevating this unparalleled, inexhaustible, and legendary tradition into the modern era. His work connects with the leading figures of the global concert and collector scenes.