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 1. JOHN SIMMERS - VIOLIN MAKER - www.johnsimmersviolinmaker.com |
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John Simmers violin making website. This site relates to Johns instruments. It has a gallery of instruments past and present and information about his background and training. |
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2. RAINER BEILHARZ - MASTER VIOLIN MAKER - www.rainerbeilharzviolins.com.au |
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Rainer is one of Australias finest modern violin makers. He works in Guildford, central Victoria. Simmers Violin Shop are proud to represent Rainers instruments in Queensland. |
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3. THE VIOLIN SOCIETY OF AMERICA - www.vsa.to |
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The Violin Society of America is an organisation of people interested in the violin, viola, cello, bass and their bows and the making, restoring, playing, history, acoustics, buying/selling and collecting of these instruments. John Simmers is proud to be a member of the VSA and attends the Oberlin Violin Making Workshops, run by the VSA.
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4. BRITISH VIOLIN MAKING ASSOCIATION - www.bvma.org.uk |
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An association for all enthusiasts about instruments of the violin family and their bows. John Simmers is a member of this association. |
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ANDREW MERRY PHOTOGRAPHER - www.amerry.com |
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We thank Andrew Merry for a few of the photos that appear on our website. We recommend him highly. |
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BOYDS - THE PIANO SHOP - www.thepianoshop.com.au/ |
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Boyds is a Family-owned business established in 2005 by Jason and Alison Boyd. With over 18 years professional experience Jason is well respected in the music profession as a concert technician and has tuned for customers as diverse as James Blunt, Delta Goodrem, Dudley Moore, Roger Woodward, BB King, Ray Charles, Michael Jackson, Michael Crawford, Victor Borge and Stevie Wonder. |
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CASES BAM - www.bamcases.com |
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A leader in its industry, Bam is offering a whole range of cases for string and wind instruments.
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CASES BOBELOCK - www.bobelock.com |
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Bobelock cases are very reliable, and suitable for either students or proffessionals. This website allows you to look up certain shapes and styles of cases to suit your needs. |
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CASES MUSAFIA - www.musafia.com |
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Italian made luxury violin and viola cases. The site includes a gallery of photos, a biography of the makers and much more.
Simmers Violin Shop is proud to be the Australian distributor of Musafia cases from Cremona, Italy. We often have selected cases in stock and cases can also be made to order.
Purchasing a Musafia case from an Authorized Musafia dealer is your best guarantee for an original, new Musafia case with all the latest features and improvements in perfect condition at the best price. Authorized Musafia Dealers are in direct contact with Mr. Musafia and can provide up-to-date information and quality assistance. Please note that maintenance, repair, parts, and warranty services are guaranteed available only for those Musafia cases purchased from Authorized Musafia dealers. We may not be able to provide these services for cases purchased elsewhere.
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JAGAR STRINGS - www.jargar-strings.com |
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The maker of Jagar strings - made in Denmark. This site allows you to read about history, products, artists, and also some handy tips |
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KG INSTRUMENTS - www.kginstrumentsint.com |
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KG specialises in the supply of orchestral stringed instruments and accessories. Simmers violin shop sell a range of their instruments and recommend them highly. |
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KUN SHOULDER RESTS - www.kunrest.com |
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Maker of violin and viola shoulder rests. You can read about the various models they make, spare parts that are available and even get information on keeping healthy as a musician with tips for stretching and other forms of physical exercise. |
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LARSEN STRINGS - www.larsenstrings.com |
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A leader in the string industry - Larsen. This website allows you to read about the history of Larsen, as well as different types of strings available |
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PIRASTRO STRINGS - www.pirastro.com |
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Website of the famous German string manufacturer. This site has interesting information on each of the pirastro strings, as well as updates of new ones. |
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THOMASTIK STRINGS - www.thomastik-infeld.com |
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The makers of Dominant and Spirocore strings. This website gives a full list of products, from violins to mandolins, as wel as some helpfull hints, reccomendations, and tips. |
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WOLF SHOULDER AND CHIN RESTS - www.wolfproducts.com |
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German company manufacturing quality shoulder rests and chin rests for violin and viola. This website includes a full list of products, as well as frequently asked questions. |
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