Paul Crowley
About
As a violin maker and string player, I am passionately committed to building instruments that enable musicians to project a rich, focused tone to the back of the hall. I sell my violins, violas, and cellos through my shop and dealers across the United States.
Brief Biography
After touring 47 states as a bassist, I decided to pursue my passion for building player's instruments through the study of violin making. I graduated from the North Bennett Street School, and then apprenticed under Michelle Ashley in Waltham, Massachusetts. In 2004, the Violin Society of America awarded one of my violins a Silver Medal in their bi-annual competition.
News
1 Sept 06 - I moved from my wonderful but small workshop in Boston's historic Steinert Building to the Waltham Mills artist community by the Charles River. My neighbors include violin maker, friend, and mentor, Michelle Ashley.
On the Workbench
- Viola - based on the 1676 Andreas Guarneri "Conte Vitale".
- Cello - based on the Davidoff Stradivarius B-form model.