Opus # 15 'Carmen Amoris' (song of love)
and 'Facta Karneae' (made for Karen,... my wife)
... My wife Karen selected the label title and the varnish appearance from color photos of a famous violin that she particularly liked and which I tried to emulate.
...Unless I am mistaken, this violin provides the communication tool for an advanced orchestra player to connect with his/her audience. The sound is full, powerful, and expressive and very even.
...We have decided to keep this violin in the family so it is not for sale.
If you would like to hear this violin being played (as well as several other of my violins) send $2 and I will mail you an audio CD.
...Back wood is from a 93 year old French Maple tree which was selected in France and imported specifically for instrument making.