Maurizio Tadioli violin, Cremona, 2021

Maurizio Tadioli is a native-born and trained Cremonese violin maker, who has built up an impressive list of prizes and awards for his instruments, both for his workmanship, which is beautifully executed, and for their tone. His varnishing and antiquing skills draw on the expertise of Samuel Zygmuntowicz and Greg Alf, resulting in a subtle and characterful finish. The tone is superb, with a soloistic brilliance and projection that is already impressing noted local players, and is certain to enhance any professional-level performance.