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 Matt Cooker studied at the University of Michigan with Oliver Edel and Samuel Mayes. He has played in orchestras in Toledo, Ohio; Sacramento, California and the Orchestra della Scala in Milan, Italy. Matt is currently a member of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and has been principal cellist of Los Angeles' Symphony in the Glen since its inception. He has played in orchestras for diverse live artists (Barbra Streisand, Luis Miguel, Kenny G., the Scorpions, Stereolab, and AIR) and has been cellist for recent Sunset Strip rock artists (Anne McCue, Marcella Detroit, the Orphics and Lisbeth Scott). In 2003, he recorded the cello solos for Rolfe Kent's score to Freaky Friday, and returned from London after five performances of Carlos Rodriguez' Ex Machina for solo cello, with the Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet. He has worked on over 500 orchestra film scores, many television shows and records. Matt has taken classes at Yoga Works in Santa Monica for ten years, and in 2003, completed their Teacher Training Program.
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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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