Director, cinematographer and filmmaker Michael Bernard released an original short film chronicling the story of the Bennings, the family of distinguished violinmakers.
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Cellist Elizabeth Wright, received her BA in cello performance from the University of California, Los Angeles with Ronald Leonard. She performs regularly with the Santa Barbara Symphony, Long Beach Symphony and the Mladi Chamber Orchestra. Ms. Wright is an avid chamber musician and currently performs with the Jacaranda Chamber Series in Santa Monica, CA.
She is also active as a studio musician in film and television including The Simpsons, Family Guy, King of the Hill and American Dad. Ms. Wright is a dedicated music educator and has taught within the LAUSD and Santa Monica-Malibu School districts. She currently is a mentor for new teaching artists through Education Through Music Los Angeles, and the Assistant Conductor for the Harmony Project Youth Orchestras.
Wright is also a Suzuki cello teacher and maintains a private studio on the West Side of Los Angeles.
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Since the early 20th century, members of the Benning family have been making violins renowned for their beauty, sound and craftsmanship.
In 1979, the Bennings began working at a Mexican orphanage built by friends. Thirty-four years later, they're still going back.
Preeminent Los Angeles violinmaker Eric Benning has five of his instruments in the LA Philharmonic ... and here's a photo to prove it.
Through our skill, artistry and expertise we provide the highest quality services to players of all levels.
We draw on our 60 years of experience to perform expert appraisals of fine violins, violas, cellos and bows.
Eric Benning accepts commissioned work to craft individualized violins, violas and cellos by request.
We accept consignments of fine violins, violas, cellos and bows to place before our international clientele.
Expert restoration and repair of violins, violas, cellos and bows have long been a staple of our studio.
Fine violins, violas and cellos crafted by Eric Benning are played by a number of premier players, concert performers and recording artists.
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