LIST Of Exhibitors 2025
Violin makers & Bow makers
Urs W. Mächler learned the profession of violin and bow maker in Cremona, where he graduated in 1981. After 3 years in his father's studio in Bern, he opened his own studio in Verona in 1984 and, together with his wife Christiane, moved to Speyer am Rhein in 1995. After 21 years in the cathedral city of Speyer, they opened their current studio for new construction in November 2016 in Holzhausen am Hünstein, Germany.
Contact
Hinterlandstr. 62
35232 Dautphetal/Holzhausen a.H., Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)6468 9 17 67 77
maechler.violins@t-online.de
Thomas Acker:
"One of the challenges that I am always passionate about is the creation of a violoncello bow according to the musician´s individual requirements and ideas."
Contact
Marienstr. 2
91056 Erlangen, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)176 46198507
thomas.acker@me.com
At the Seidl Workshop, string instruments are crafted following classical Italian and Vogtland models. Since becoming independent in 1985, Ekkard Seidl has been producing high-quality instruments. His son, Ferdinand Seidl, specializes in crafting new cellos. In Rutesheim, we showcase a diverse selection of handmade master cellos that we are pleased to offer you.
Contact
Gartenstr. 9
08258 Markneukirchen, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)37422 2420
klang@seidlgeigen.de
The company Geigenbau Lüdtke was founded in 1995 by Uwe Lüdtke. In our master workshop, we craft new instruments with passion, focusing on cellos. Are you in search of an extraordinary instrument? Then you can benefit from our extensive selection.
Currently, we always have over 250 string instruments available, along with a wide range of bows. We look forward to welcoming you to our establishment.
Contact
Herbrechtingerstr. 71
89542 Herbrechtingen-Bolheim, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)7324 98 11 20
"To create great music, every musician needs the best possible equipment. For me, player, instrument and bow have always been an inseparable unit, with each component equally important. In addition to my job as a violin maker, I am as intensively involved in bow making, especially the restoration of bow forms.
With almost 20 years of experience, I would be happy to advise you on your own instrument and bow.
I look forward to meeting you in Rutesheim."
Contact
Westerwaldstr. 10
97295 Waldbrunn, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)9306 38 99 26 7
fleischmann.geigenbau@outlook.de
"I have been passionately building string instruments for 24 years. Violins, violas and cellos are created individually in my workshop in Markneukirchen according to the wishes of the musicians. Test my instruments and convince yourself of the high sound quality."
Contact
Schützenstr. 12
08258 Markneukirchen, Germany
geigenbau-rehms@web.de
Hans-Peter den Daas searches great, warm and colourful tones in his cellos. The old Italian masters from the golden period provide the inspiration for models and arching’s. He builds cellos that meet the highest tonal and technical requirements. Musicians praise his instruments for playability and wide range of colours.
Contact
Kerstenbergweg 5
5954BX Beesel, Netherlands
Tel.: +31 (0)653727645
viool@hdendaas.com
Milena Schmoller builds high-quality string instruments in her workshop in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.
"My goal is to create cellos, violins, and violas that enable musicians to discover and shape their sound. To ensure this, I place great importance on careful wood selection, expert craftsmanship, and constant communication with musicians."
Contact
Geigenbau Schmoller
Milena Schmoller
Rothenburg o. d. T., Germany
Tel.: +49 151 40302665
info@schmoller-violins.com
Janos Hejja has lived in close connection with the cello since his youth. For almost 30 years he has been crafting masterful instruments in his workshop, specializing in faithful copies of historic models with precise sound adjustment. His cellos are showcased at European exhibitions, played in orchestras across the continent, and united in the “Hejja Cello Ensemble.”
Contact
Janos Hejja
2142 Nagytarcsa Bocskai utca 77
Hungary
info@hejjacello.hu
Hans-Jörg Homolka & Markus Steinbeck
Whether it involves a student instrument for beginners, a newly crafted piece, or an antique instrument, quality is consistently our top priority. After all, violin-making is a matter of passion and trust.
Our scope of activities covers all aspects of violin-making, including repairs, maintenance, restoration, new construction, as well as trade and rental of string instruments, bows, and accessories.
We consistently offer a wide range of string instruments: from sturdy entry-level and student models to exquisite rarities from old masters with authenticity certificates, as well as newly constructed instruments.
Contact
Homolka & Steinbeck Geigenbaumeister GbR
Bebelstr. 30
70193 Stuttgart, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)711 639463
mail@homolka-violins.de
In my violin-making atelier in Stuttgart, I craft custom-made string instruments designed entirely according to your wishes.
With a trained ear and empathy, I assist you in finding your perfect instrument and work to bring your tonal visions to life.
Furthermore, I offer a range of instruments and bows across various price ranges. I conduct maintenance and repair work, fine-tune sound settings, and provide suitable bow fittings. My inventory also includes rental instruments in all sizes, along with an extensive array of accessories.
Contact
Achalmstr. 23
70188 Stuttgart, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)711 261462
Mobile: +49 (0)176 61541389
info@stepp-geigenbau.de
After his education in Newark-on-Trent, England, Charles Cousins worked, among others, with the renowned cello maker Colin Irving and the violin maker from the Royal Academy of Music, David Rattray. Upon completing his master's examination, Charles opened his workshop in Idstein, located in the Taunus region, where he builds and restores violins, violas, cellos, and double basses.
Contact
Charles Cousins
Rodergasse 23
65510 Idstein, Germany
Tel.: +49 176 21011972
"Having played the cello myself for many years, I have become intimately familiar with it, and for the past decade, I've specialized in crafting new cellos. My colleague Jan Bacher handles the realm of violins and violas, creating a harmonious partnership where we complement each other and benefit from close collaboration."
Contact
Geigenbauatelier Bacher & Meyer
Wertachstr. 29a
86153 Augsburg, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 176 82122864
antoniameyer@geigenbauatelier-augsburg.de
Daniel Engelbach works regularly at the renowned London workshop W.E. Hill & Sons with Robert Brewer Young, while also maintaining his own studio in Rotterdam. Trained at the International Violin Making School in Cremona, his craft is rooted in the Italian masters.
He has a special focus on varnish techniques, explored in collaboration with Pierre Flavetta. As a cellist, his central concern is always sound.
Contact
Daniel Engelbach
Mathenesserdijk 309B
3026GB Rotterdam, Netherlands
Tel.: +39 3773823375
engelbachviolins@gmail.com
Jakob Rechenberg, born in Berlin in 1979, began studying musical instrument making at FH Markneukirchen in 2007, where he discovered his passion for crafting violins, violas, and cellos. In 2011, he graduated with the award for "Best String Instrument" for a cello. Since 2012, he has run his own violin-making workshop in Chemnitz, focusing on the construction of string instruments as well as the repair, maintenance, and sound adjustment of instruments, along with bow repair and rehairing.
Contact
Geigenbauwerkstatt Jakob Rechenberg
Palmstraße 17
09130 Chemnitz, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 1774649585
werkstatt@jakoberg.de
Alfred Binner earned his master craftsman title in 1987 and has since been crafting top-quality string instruments with great talent and precision.
Over the years, he has gained a strong reputation both domestically and internationally and has successfully participated in violin-making competitions (Jacobus Stainer prizewinner).
The foundation for the success of the family violin-making tradition was laid by the company founder Roman Teller in the 1930s. After the war, Rudolf Buchner took over the leadership and passed on his knowledge to Alfred Binner, who now represents masterful craftsmanship in its third generation.
Contact
Geigenbaumeister Alfred Binner
Waldstr. 2
91091 Großenseebach, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 9135 729824
kontakt@binner-alfred.de
Manufacturing of fine artist's bows for all string instruments. Manual skills, professional experience, technical know-how and artistic ingenuity, all qualities that increase over many years and are handed down in the craft industry in the generations and adapted to the needs of the time.
That also applies to the bow making family Penzel in Ostrach.
Contact
Matthias Penzel e.K.
Dietrich-Bonhoeffer-Str. 25
88356 Ostrach, Germany
Tel.: +49 (7)585 704
info@penzel.eu
Michael Blaurock is dedicated to crafting fine string instruments – violins, violas, and cellos. Inspired by old Italian masters, each instrument is a handmade unique piece, created with great attention to detail. His instruments stand out through their distinctive character, refined craftsmanship, and exceptional sound.
Contact
Michael Blaurock
Maker of fine instruments
Wörnitzstraße 14
86655 Harburg, Germany
Tel: +49 (0)9080 9237074
anfrage@gambulus.de
Tobias Krutz crafts high-quality string instruments. As a cellist, he focuses on easy playability, projection, and tonal flexibility. While specializing in cellos, he also creates fine violins and violas, inspired by the great Italian masters.
In 2024 he founded “Turlunda,” producing premium accessories. His innovative endpins stand out for elegant design, effortless handling, and distinct tonal differences. Step by step, he adds tailpieces and pegs made from CITES-free materials and local woods.
Contact
Geigenbau Krutz "Turlunda-Bestandteile"
Albertstraße 90
40233 Düsseldorf, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)211 36181849
tobias@geigenbau-krutz.de
Based in Cremona, the city of violin making, he creates cellos primarily inspired by Stradivari, as well as by Pietro Giacomo Rogeri and Guarneri.
His instruments are performed on by renowned teachers and professionals in various countries and have also been chosen by music conservatories, earning international recognition for their quality and craftsmanship.
Contact
Diego Juri Tajè
Via Robolotti 22
26100 Cremona, Italy
Tel.: +39 320 5317434
Christopher Ebersberger creates his string instruments in traditional craftsmanship, inspired by the great Italian masters such as Stradivari and Guarneri del Gesù. Guided by their unique sound and refined aesthetics, he shapes every detail with the utmost precision.
Each instrument becomes a distinctive masterwork with its own individual character and voice.
Contact
Geigenbaumeister Christopher J. Ebersberger
Feldstraße 9
91096 Möhrendorf, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)9131 934643
info@geigenbau-ebersberger.de
Violin maker Ulrike Glinsböckel has been working independently in Munich since 1999. Her passion lies in crafting violins, violas, and cellos, distinguished by elegance, individuality, sound, and playability.
To achieve the best tonal results, she devotes special care to top and back plates, applies Chladni resonance patterns, and uses her own varnish based on Stradivari’s tradition.
Contact
Ulrike Glinsböckel
Anzlgutstr.24
81735 Munich, Germany
+49(0)89 396424
+49(0)17695411896
info@glinsboeckel-geigen.de
Thilde van Norel has been building violins, violas, and cellos since graduating from the renowned Newark School of Violin Making in 2007. Inspired by tradition yet shaped by curiosity and a personal style, her instruments aim to give musicians freedom in expression and play.
She shares a workshop with guitar maker Christian Koehn, united by a dedication to uncompromising detail and craftsmanship.
Contact
Thilde van Norel Violins & Celli
Birkenwerderstr. 53
16540 Hohen Neuendorf, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)1577 1311697
luthier@thildevannorel.com
Geigenbau Lijsen was founded in 1974 and combines tradition with decades of experience. The workshop creates new instruments inspired by Italian models and offers expert advice, tonal adjustments, and repairs.
Together with Doris Geffcken, Christian Lijsen presents a wide selection of old and new instruments, bows, and cases – ranging from student to master level.
Contact
Geigenbau Lijsen
Zankenhausener Strasse 6
82299 Türkenfeld, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 8193 8489
paul-lijsen@t-online.de
Music Publishers
Breitkopf & Härtel, founded in 1719, is the oldest music publishing company in the world. Already dealing with leading composers in the 18th century, Breitkopf continues this tradition today. "Breitkopf Pädagogik" stands for new music-pedagogical concepts. "Breitkopf Urtext" guarantees musicologically flawless editions for interpreters.
Contact
Walkmühlstr. 52
65195 Wiesbaden, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)611 45008 0
info@breitkopf.de
Known for its dove-blue Urtext editions, G. Henle Verlag stands for sheet music of the highest quality. They provide not only the academically correct and unaltered musical text but also beautiful, practical, and durable editions. As the unrivaled global leader in Urtext, their catalog comprises over 1,500 classical music titles.
Here in Rutesheim, G. Henle Verlag is represented by Ulrich Schwarz, who will be present with his music antiquarian shop. He offers interesting, beautiful, and rare sheet music, books, records, photos, autographs, etc., especially focusing on the topic of the cello and cellists.
Contact Henle
G. Henle Verlag
Forstenrieder Allee 122
81476 München, Germany
Tel: +49 (0)89-7 59 82-31
vertrieb@henle.de
Contact Ulrich Schwarz
Ulrich Schwarz
Mauritiusstr. 12
72393 Burladingen, Germany
Tel.: +49(0)7124/9335251
UlrichDSchwarz@aol.com
Worldwide, Bärenreiter is one of the largest publishers of classical sheet music. The catalogue contains not only new scholarly-critical editions and the standard classical music repertoire, but pedagogical literature, contemporary music and books on music. Of particular importance are the high-quality Bärenreiter Urtext performing editions which are used by professional as well as amateur musicians all over the world.
Contact
Heinrich-Schütz-Allee 35-37
34131 Kassel
Tel.: +49(0)561 3105-0
String manufacturers
Handmade strings from Vienna since 1919
To make music strings of the highest quality – this has always been the incentive and obligation of Thomastik-Infeld. Still based in Vienna – where it all began over a century ago – the company develops, manufactures and distributes strings with a very wide spectrum of tone colors for bowed, plucked and world music instruments from Vienna all over the world.
Successful musicians around the world play Thomastik-Infeld strings – among them for example the well-known cellists Santiago Cañón Valencia and Steven Sharp Nelson.
Contact
Diehlgasse 27
1050 Vienna, Austria
Tel.: +43 (0)1 545 1262
info@thomastik-infeld.com
The Danish company Larsen Strings A/S is a highly specialized manufacturer and global exporter of cello, viola and violin strings. The company was founded in 1990 by musician and technology enthusiast Laurits Th. Larsen.
The ethos of the company is the passion for music. With their innovative ideas they continuously develop their product offer.
Contact
Elholm 6 A
6400 Sønderborg, Denmark
Tel.: +45 (0)7443 1760
larsenstrings@larsenstrings.com
New developments, Accessories, Workshops
GEWA music GmbH is represented at the exhibition with several cello cases and in particular offers the newly developed cello case in Air technology in new colors.
Contact
Oelsnitzer Str. 58
08626 Adorf, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)37423 778 0
info@gewamusic.com