Tim Toft started in the violin business over 30 years ago, since then he has established himself as a respected international and consultant. He is also an adviser on matters of instrument authenticity, provenance and investment to many professional bodies. He is always happy to discuss instruments matters whether you are a beginner or an owner of a fine Stradivari.
We have an extensive range of old and modern instruments spanning the baroque, classical and modern periods – one of the largest in the UK. Customers are welcome to try out instruments on the premises in one of several special rooms designed for this purpose.
Our Team
Tim Toft. Managing Director, respected international dealer, expert and consultant.
Helen Pegram. Double Bassist, Shop Manager, and graduate of the Welsh School of Violin Making.
Lucy Heron Johnson. Violist, Head of Workshop, and graduate of Newark School of Violin Making.
BongHyun Yang, Violinist, Restorer, Graduate of the Newark School of Violin Making
Amy Holihead. Violinist, Sales & Administration, Photographer.
Stephen Pedder. Violinist, Post Graduate of the Royal Academy of Music london.