In Consortium provides a platform for benefactors and artists to collaborate on instrument loans and related projects.
About Us
Rare Violins of New York
Rare Violins of New York is an internationally respected firm in the world of fine instruments. Co-founders Bruno Price and Ziv Arazi are experienced dealers and former professional musicians, whose passion for music developed alongside their passion for instruments. They have gained the trust of prominent musicians, collectors and foundations world-wide, selling some of the world’s greatest instruments. Messrs. Price and Arazi partnered to form Rare Violins of New York in 2002.
Together, they use their experience to carefully place suitable instruments in deserving hands. They founded the company specifically to provide high quality instruments to professional musicians and collectors, and concurrently its workshop has gained international acclaim. Rare Violins of New York has continued to grow as a full service firm, and has expanded its reach to provide all serious musicians with high quality instruments at every price point.
Our People
We take great pride in our team of highly trained professionals, committed to a shared philosophy of respect for instruments.
Bruno Price
Partner
Ziv Arazi
Partner
David Brewer
Sales Director
Maria Lyon
Artist Liaison
Tatsuo Imaishi
Head of Workshop
Sibai Huang
Restorer
Nicholas Gerald
Restorer
Ron Forrester
Bow Maker
Our Services
We offer a complete range of services for musicians, foundations and collectors. Neighboring Carnegie Hall and situated close to Lincoln Center, we are conveniently located for visiting and local musicians. Please contact us to arrange an appointment.
Rare Violins of New York is distinguished for its integrity and consistent standards of excellence as dealers of antique and contemporary violins, violas, cellos and bows.
The Rare Violins of New York workshop passionately upholds the company’s approach to restoration, aiming to achieve the highest quality of craftsmanship and instrument conservation.
Tonal adjustments are an opportunity for musicians to work directly with our restorers to achieve a set-up that is optimal for both the instrument and player.
Our bowmaker, Ron Forrester, is available for both routine and more extensive bow repair and restoration work, as well as for bow making.
Rare Violins In Consortium
Providing a unique platform for benefactors and artists to collaborate on instrument loans and related projects.