Welcome to Philip Brown Violins Ltd

Due to a high increase in demand we are open BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – Tuesdays to Saturdays.

For the time being instrument repairs will be carried out for existing customers as a priority. Repairs for instruments purchased elsewhere will be accepted on a discretionary basis until normal activity resumes. Thank you for your patience at this unprecedented time.

 In the interests of keeping everyone healthy, please continue to wear a face mask on the premises and use the hand sanitiser provided.  Appointments are running on a tight schedule so please do let us know if you need to make any adjustments to the time allocated to you.

 

 

 

 

 

Please call us on 01635-35465 to make an appointment. Your prompt arrival will be much appreciated.

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.  Thank you.

 

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.

For Philip’s article on a rare violin by Fagnola Annibalotto,

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