How To Buy From Us During Covid’19

Give us a call, tell us what you are looking for and advise your budget.

One of our members of staff will then call you back or we can arrange a video call to talk through what we think might be suitable.

We can then arrange for you to trial your bespoke selection in the comfort of your own home.

Covid’19 Opening

We are now only open for drop offs and collections and for this we do need our customers to make appointments.  Please ring the door bell and wait outside, someone will be down to see you.  We also ask that you wear a face mask when you come.

Please call us on 01635-35465 to make an appointment and please make sure you arrive promptly.

Payments can be made in advance over the phone to limit contact.

Please be aware that all belongings ie. music cases/handles that are to be touched by our staff will be cleaned with antiseptic wash.  

For any questions, please do call us.  Thank you.

 The above policy will be constantly reviewed and updated if necessary

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PHILIP BROWN VIOLINS

Philip Brown Violins Ltd has been established over the last 30 years by Philip Brown who is internationally respected as a bow maker and violin restorer. Musicians, teachers, soloists and orchestras, both amateur and professional have huge respect for his skills and services. Philip is a highly active member of the Berkshire community and organises local recitals and workshops throughout the year for his customers, teachers and students to enjoy.

Philip Brown Violins carries a substantial stock of instruments and bows, representing some of the best of English, French and Italian instruments available. We sell instruments from £700 to £500,000, offer an approval service for those who wish to try before they buy and a well respected rental service. We always have a good range of bows in stock including 18th century originals. Bows suitable for those interested in period performance are made in the workshop by Philip and the team.

We have an excellent workshop facility with a separate machine room, photo studio and research library.  These are well equipped with the tools necessary to make new instruments and bows and to carry out repairs and restorations.   Our experienced and highly qualified staff value good relationships with other crafts people in the business. They regularly meet up to share best practice and attend courses to focus on the latest research and ideas.  We carry out restorations on Cellos, Violins, Violas and Bows and provide free estimates for this service.