Annette Voll violin #22, after Pietro Guarneri of Mantua, 1704

Highly experienced German-born violin maker Annette Voll trained at the world-renowned violin making school in Mittenwald. After graduating in 1994, she expanded her knowledge and skill in workshops in Netherlands and New Zealand, gaining her German Master’s Certificate in 2002, before establishing her own workshop in 2010 here in Auckland. This lovely example of her work is modelled on a 1704 violin by Pietro Guarneri of Mantua. The tone is dynamic, resonant and colourful, with great depth, warmth and richness. The E string is open and powerful, with great clarity without losing sweetness. Overall, the tone has a sophisticated and aristocratic refinement.