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Violin Maker - John Hill

 

A Few Testimonials

 

John, I’m really enjoying my new violin! I’ve had a LOT of positive comments from students and other musicians saying they really like the voice of this instrument. I’ll be playing a lyrical Irish piece solo with our high school choir next week, and the violin sounds great with this genre of music. The kids actually applauded the first time I played it with them in practice! Thanks again for checking up on us—and yes, I’m still loving my new violin very much!

Deniese

Violin / Orchestra Teacher

The Dalles / Hood River, OR

 

"Dear John, I just wanted to thank you again for the 7/8ths size violin you made for me; it's a pleasure to play each time. Despite the incrementally smaller size, the instrument has a big, rich voice. The G and D strings sing with an almost viola - like chocolaty warmth, while the upper strings have that sweet, lyric soprano. Playing in the upper registers of each string, I'm amazed by how articulate and clear the sound remains. When I play chords, the violin resonates like a small organ! Also, your meticulous workmanship is a joy to look at. Thanks again for the marvelous violin".

Warm regards,

Johnny Fang

Chamber & Orchestra Musician

Portland, OR

 

"I have had my J. Hill Viola for almost four years now and I absolutely love it. It has a wonderful tone and the sound volume is amazing. I get so many compliments from the people I play with. It works great in both orchestral and chamber music settings."

Jon Lexau

Chamber & Orchestra Musician

Portland, OR

 

"I have a beautiful, 250 year old Italian violin and it gets left in the dust because I love to play my John Hill Violin."

Dr. Roma Sprung

Violinist & Folk Musician

Ashland, OR