The modern bow is heavier. All these things make for a bigger ... Yet, for most serious musicians, the Stradivarius remains the ne plus ultra of violins. To try to explain its unique tone, some ...

“While it has been a privilege to have one of the world’s finest violins, this sale will be transformational for our students.” The instrument, known as the “Joachim-Ma ...

NEW YORK (AP) — A violin made by the famed Antonio Stradivari ... The auction house is estimating the value of the “Joachim-Ma Stradivarius” at $12 million to $18 million.