violin

While the violin has ancient origins, modern violins were crafted in 16th century Italy by master luthiers. Most fine violins crafted today are based on the same characteristics as those...

viola

Besides fine violas hand crafted by Eric, Benning Violin Shop provides restored handmade and old fine quality antique violas from the mid 18th century to the late 21st century.

cello

At Benning Violin Shop, you will find a wide selection of fine and modern cellos to choose from and the facilities to examine and play them at your leisure in our studio's showroom.

benning

Violins, violas and cellos crafted by Eric Benning are rich, powerful and stunning instruments of noble sound and beauty that are widely collected and played today by many prominent...

bow

Thousands of years before the advent of the bow, stringed instruments were plucked. Bows were developed in Central Asia in the 10th century and evolved until Fracois Tourte developed...