Instrument Type: Cello
Item #: xxx-901
Year: 2011
Price: Upon Request
Maker: Paul Hart
Description: Paul Hart - Mt. Pleasant, UT. Born in 1948 in Oxford, England, Paul Hart became interested in musical instruments in high school in Provo, Utah, making a few lutes and other instruments without any formal training. In 1969 he began working at Peter Prier Violins, and from 1974 to 1978 he taught at the Violin Making School of America. In 1978 Paul opened his own shop, Paul Hart Violins, where he now specializes in making violins, violas, cellos, and double- basses. His many awards include a Gold Medal from the Violin Society of America in 1978 for Viola workmanship, Gold Medal from the VSA in 1980 for Cello workmanship, and 9 certificates in other competitions. His former students include Jay Ifshin, Guy Rabut, David Gusset, Benjamin Ruth, Amos Hargrave, Tom Croen, and Damon Gray among many others. His total production to date includes 153 violins, 132 violas, 140 cellos, 24 basses, 19 violas D’amore, and 122 Violas da Gamba and lutes.
A good cello which produces a rich and resonant sound, characterized by deep, warm tones that carry a sense of both power and subtlety.
Terms: This cello is available for examination and trial and has been meticulously set up to our exacting specifications before addition to our catalog. If you wish to inquire further about this cello, please contact us using the green button at the top of this listing or call 1-818-762-1374 during business hours.
