Marcus Bretto — Boston Violin Maker
Boston’s musical legacy—from conservatories to concert halls—inspires every instrument Marcus Bretto crafts. With 10 years of violin making and training at the North Bennet Street School, he preserves time-honored methods of the masters while shaping a fresh, modern voice for today’s players.
Old-World Discipline, Boston Precision
Graduated plates, refined arching, and meticulous edgework—executed with Boston’s reputation for excellence in mind.
Goal: a responsive, even instrument that projects with warmth and clarity across the register.
Materials & Setup That Sing
Hand-selected European tonewoods, oil varnishes tuned for resonance, and bespoke setup (bridge, soundpost, fingerboard, strings) to your repertoire and playing style.
Tradition Meets a Fresh Vision
Inspired by classical Cremonese models, finished with contemporary aesthetic sensibility—subtle antiquing, clean lines, and player-centric ergonomics.
Inquire About an Instrument
Tell Marcus about your playing needs—repertoire, ensemble context, tonal goals—and he’ll follow up with options and timeframes.
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