TVS Spring instruments
 

We carry all available sizes of violins, violas and cellos. Whether you are looking for a first-time purchase or upgrading, we offer an ever-expanding line of instruments and bows. Call and make an appointment for a purchase or for a free consultation of our instruments, bows and accessories. Keep in mind when you purchase an instrument through The Violin Shop our continued maintenance and repair service stays with you and your instruments!

Please call for an appointment.

  
 

The Violin Shop is hosting the 4th Annual Summer String Quartet Program.

This unique program offers a customized schedule for its participants.

Open to students of all levels.

Coaches are professional musicians and teachers; including freelancers, studio musicians & members of the San Diego Symphony.

Spaces are limited. Early registration begins March 1st and no applications will be accepted after April 30th.

See our String Quartet page for more information.


  
 

Do you know about the North Coast Strings Adult Orchestra? Interested in joining the orchestra?
North Coast Strings directed by Paula Simmons and hosted at the Museum of Making Music, is a new musical ensemble designed as an entry point for adults who want to learn
how to play a stringed instrument, or for those who have played a stringed instrument in the past but who haven't played in a number of years.

  • Winter Concert is February 2nd, 7:30pm at the Museum.
  • An informational meeting for the second semester for new members is February 9th, 7:00pm at the Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad.
  • Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings from 7PM-9PM at the Museum.
  • Cost per 14 week session $210.
For more information, please visit
www.northcoaststrings.org
www.museumofmakingmusic.org
or contact Carolyn Grant at the Museum of Making Music.
welcome to the violin shopPaula Simmons & Kevin Smith opened the doors to The Violin Shop in June of 2006 with the commitment to offer students, teachers, and professional musicians a full service string shop that guarantees the highest level of quality in both product and service. They both look forward to working with you.
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The Violin Shop Hours
Mondays - Saturdays
We are closed on Sundays.

We work by appointment to insure that we can meet each client's needs to the best of our ability with undivided attention.

To schedule an appointment, contact us by:
Phone: 858-909-0319
Email: paula@theviolinshopsandiego.com

When contacting us for Saturday appointments,
please ask for the entry code to the building.

Kevin has written a series of articles about stringed instruments. If you are considering purchasing an instrument for yourself or your child, take a moment to read his articles, such as MYTHS about violins and bows.

Learning to play a stringed instrument is a challenging endeavor. Quality instruments with the correct setup will make a substantial difference in a beginner’s ability to develop strong fundamental technique.

He understands that for the musician it is all about the sound of their instrument, read about what luthier Kevin Smith knows about the sound of an instrument.