--- product_id: 44999527 title: "The Violin Maker: Finding a Centuries-Old Tradition in a Brooklyn Workshop" brand: "john marchese" price: "$U3989" currency: UYU in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/44999527-the-violin-maker-finding-a-centuries-old-tradition-in-brooklyn store_origin: UY region: Uruguay --- # The Violin Maker: Finding a Centuries-Old Tradition in a Brooklyn Workshop **Brand:** john marchese **Price:** $U3989 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Violin Maker: Finding a Centuries-Old Tradition in a Brooklyn Workshop by john marchese - **How much does it cost?** $U3989 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/44999527-the-violin-maker-finding-a-centuries-old-tradition-in-brooklyn) ## Best For - john marchese enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted john marchese brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Violin Maker: Finding a Centuries-Old Tradition in a Brooklyn Workshop ## Images ![The Violin Maker: Finding a Centuries-Old Tradition in a Brooklyn Workshop - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61EyDg4Y9vL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars So this is how a Violin Maker works! *by B***N on Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2009* I am happy to reccomend this fine book which answers many questions about the art and craft of string instrument making. The violin in question is for Eugene Drucker and we learn of his his needs as a great violinist.He compares it to his old Italian Masterpiece. Why does he wants this instrument? We see the needs of each of the parties involved. I also have applauded Mr. Drucker's first novel - "The Savior" in another Amazon review.My only other comment is that this same book is published in paperback under a slightly different title- The Violin Maker: A Search for the Secrets of Craftsmanship, Sound, and Stradivari (P.S.) by John Marchese - I almost bought it to read more. (Enjoy either edition.) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Good, But Focus Tends to Drift *by F***3 on Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2019* Author Marchese seems to struggle throughout 'The Violin Maker' between getting inside of his subject's head and sorting through his own feelings about craftsmanship in the modern world amidst the 'cult of old instruments'.The low point of the book, ironically, for me was the author's trip to Cremona with his fiance - that does a good job of dissuading myself from ever undertaking. I kept wishing he'd get back to Brooklyn and Sam Zygmuntowicz's studio.As an amateur violinist and instrument tinkerer I may not be the ideal audience for 'The Violin Maker' and may have asked too much of a popular title. I've read many of the source books on violin making and Stradivari that Marchese lists at the end. I would have appreciated more technical depth in various aspects of building - almost nothing was said about scroll carving, possibly one of the characteristic, albeit largely cosmetic, construction tasks nor about sound posts, surprisingly in a book where capturing a description of sound itself plays such a significant part.The dramatic pacing of the book felt awkward as well: It first appeared Sam's delivery of Eugene Drucker's new violin at a surprise party would be the climax - only to be clouded by the lengthy subsequent episodes describing the musician's ambivalence about he new fiddle's sound and playability, in contrast to his long-loved Strad. We never do learn whether or not Drucker keeps Sam's violin (nor does Sam discuss what if any 'return policy' he offers) and Sam seems to move onto other commissions like the practical craftsman he is.But overall the writing is good and 'The Violin Maker' passes quickly without bogging down. And best of all it does provide a window into a master craftsman negotiating a centuries-old cultural phenomenon that remains vital to this day. I'd recommend it to those interested in any kind of musical instrument building, not just violins. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Enter the world of a very talented luthier... *by M***E on Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2020* I loved every second of this book. I have been playing the fiddle for three years, and I am fascinated by everything about the fiddle/violin. I've often wondered about what it would be like to be a luthier. This book was everything I hoped it would be. It was such a fun read. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.uy/products/44999527-the-violin-maker-finding-a-centuries-old-tradition-in-brooklyn](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/44999527-the-violin-maker-finding-a-centuries-old-tradition-in-brooklyn) --- *Product available on Desertcart Uruguay* *Store origin: UY* *Last updated: 2026-06-09*