Music connects us with the inner-self. There is no doubt that music soothes our mind and brings us a level closer to our souls. There is no death of musical instruments. Guitars (electric and acoustic), pianos, drums, flutes, saxophones and many more continue to weave melody which enthralls us all. There is nothing better and overwhelming than listening to a beautiful song that goes inside our flesh and bones and creates an impression in the lanes of our soul.

However, there is one instrument that especially creates this rapturous connection. These instruments are violins. When we hear about violins, the first name that we think of is the world famous Amati violins. These violins refer to an Italian family of violin makers. The family, from beginning to now in the context of the violin runs from Andrea Amati, Antonio and Girolamo Amati, to Nicolo Amati and so on.

The “Amati violin” is known simply for the beautiful sound that it produces when it is played. The family that created this fine-quality instrument did so using great precision and craftsmanship. Even in today’s society where a physical being is not often needed to produce a high quality product, the Amati violin still tops all others.

The Italian Andrea Amati made a violin, not knowing his family would become famous around the world for their violins. The violins made by this family are so popular in Italy that the word violin is actually synonymous with the term an “Amati-violin”. Their violins are famous far beyond Italy. They are famous around the world.

Italian violins are known for the meticulous attention to detail that leads directly to their distinctive sound. Whether they are played in a jazz band, a world class symphony, or as a bluegrass fiddle, the warmth and style of the music will not fail to impress listeners.

Amati violins have such beauty, style and quality that even a few thousand words would not do the violins justice. The incredible sound and beauty that these hand-carved Italian violins produce cannot be adequately described with mere words. However, if you make a trip to a music store that sells Amati violins, your ears will allow you to take a journey of beautiful melody and peace.

Ye Old Violin Shop features every type of Italian violin. If you’re browsing for violins, be sure to consider one of the fine copies of an Amati violin that are available.

- Daniel Wright