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    Exceptional instruments curated for musicians, collectors, patrons and institutions. Selected for their cultural value, provenance and long-term relevance.

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    We provide professional appraisal, valuation and advisory services for musicians, collectors and institutions.

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    Professional assessment of fine instruments based on provenance, condition and market relevance.

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    Master Maker Luiz Amorim
    The Master Maker

    Luiz Amorim

    Recognised among the world's leading contemporary violin makers, Luiz Amorim came to the craft after a decade as a painter and sculptor — an artist's eye for form and proportion in every instrument. From the atelier's headquarters in Cremona he builds for musicians and collectors worldwide, where new making, restoration and the study of historic Italian instruments constantly inform one another.

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    Why Buy From Amorim

    We take our time with you, listening to your needs and guiding you through every step of the selection process. With access to a worldwide network of makers, collectors and institutions, we offer unparalleled opportunities in fine instruments. Every instrument passes through the Amorim Lab, where imaging, dendrochronology and comparative analysis uncover its history — the foundation of its dossier, its authentication and our origin guarantee. It then passes through the hands of our luthiers, who adjust it until it brings out its best sound.

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    Trusted by World-Class Musicians

    Since the first violin I tried I was very happy with the fact that they don’t sound new. The violins sound really like there has been history. They are very easy to play but at the same time interesting to play, in the sense that you can find colors in the sound. The more you play the more you find and this is what matters to a violinist.

    Leonidas Kavakos

    Violinist, Greece

    The violin that I have just purchased from Luiz is without question the best copy of a Guarneri “del Gesù” that I have put under my chin. It is responsive, big and beautiful sounding all in one. As you probably know, I used to play on the original Sainton “del Gesù” and it is no less commanding. In fact, the varnish is even more beautiful than the original.

    Elmar Oliveira

    Violinist, USA

    When I met the Amorim family for the first time in Cremona I felt a big trust from the start. They helped me to find my top level instrument with patience and professionalism. I appreciate the close collaboration which I can only recommend especially for those who are in the middle of the process to find their own Instrument. I bought a wonderful violin by Matteo Goffriller in the Amorim Workshop in Cremona.

    Julian Fahrner

    Concertmaster, Germany

    The instrument (Luiz Amorim copy of Montagnana) not only brings a lot of warmth, but also bass support and clarity to the sound. It gives some kind of personal singing voice to the music and is something special to work with. I feel that it is the perfect mix of the shape and appearance of the original cello, which is made very much like the original with the beautiful red/brown varnish. If you look at the back, you can see the three-dimensional qualities in the structure of the wood and the varnish, and I think that’s really appealing.

    Daniel Müller-Schott

    Cellist, Germany

    When I play, my cello by Luiz Amorim, what happens is that I almost forget that I am playing a modern instrument. The deep sound of the basses of this instrument is really very unique and this reminds me of some of the great cellos that I have tried before in my life, Strad, Montagnana, and a few other ones. It has so many of the qualities that you expect from an instrument that is 300 years old or more.

    Antonio Meneses

    Cellist, Brazil

    Had a truly wonderful experience. Amorim Fine Violins is a great place to visit if you need to find a new instrument, to fix your own, or to get any advice regarding string instruments. The people working there are super kind, welcoming, and professional. Highly recommended!

    Justina Auškelytė Rossi

    Violinist, Lithuania

    Amorim Fine Violins offers a rare collection of fine musical instruments from all eras. The customer is welcomed by extremely kind and helpful staff, ready to carefully assist him in his choice, providing a beautiful location in the heart of Cremona to try out the instruments in complete tranquillity. They offer a complete, accurate and competent service, being themselves excellent luthiers and restorers.

    Sara Pastine

    Violinist, Italy

    Having acquired Luiz Amorim’s newest 1744 “Sainton” Del Gesù violin, I can wholeheartedly state that he is the finest living violin maker. His instruments are works of art, in addition to being top rate concert violins. Bravissimo Luiz on yet another monumental achievement!!

    Sean Avram Carpenter

    Violinist, USA

    An artisan workshop of the highest level, the expression of a large company that works and is appreciated internationally. The Amorim family is an excellent representation of the global vocation of the violin-making tradition of Cremona, to which these wonderful craftsmen give prestige.

    Claudio Gagliardini

    Best luthiers to visit in Cremona!

    Ilya Finkelshteyn

    Amorim is a great company. Professional, helpful and very nice people. I recommend.

    Paulina Malesza

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