August 2010
STOLEN
A violin was stolen on the 19th august from a home near Boxhill in Surrey, from a professional player. If you come by this violin, or it is brought into your shop, with its bows and case, please inform the police immediately, and notify Brian Cohen of Soundpost on 01483 456422 so he can inform the owner of its whereabouts.
If by chance you see it advertised on ebay or elsewhere, please inform him. No violins of his have ever come up on eBay, so it's fairly unusual and will be noticeable if it does.
Description:
Violin: very individual Amati model, very high arching, varnish of a red colour, fairly chippy, with some signs of normal wear and tear- bridge stamped 'cohen' (very small) Labelled Brian Cohen, Maker , year 2000, fitted with Bois d' Harmonie ebony tailpiece with
kevlar tailcord, and a Headway bridge/pickup.
Case: Oblong, Black, with cover, owner cannot recall make, probably Gewa, Timms or similar.
Bows: Arcus Carbon 'Concerto' model, Pernambuco bow, silver full mounted, with figured ormer shell on frog,
by John Matthews stamped 'J Matthews'. (Pecatte model). Possibly others in the case also
Also, a 3/4 size antique violin, with bow and blue case, maker unknown.
Call Brian Cohen of Soundpost on 01483 456422 and the police if you have any information.
Warchal Strings have been added to our range of products. We have been testing these strings since March this year and are very happy with the results and comments that we have received from musicians. During the tests we ran here on several cellos, the cello Brilliant Strings give a tone rich powerful sound without intensive bowing. Almost like scooping the sound out. They work exceptionally well on more delicate instruments.
ANDREA Rosin for double bass is now back in stock. We are delighted that ANDREA decided to start making ANDREA bass rosin again. This is a slightly changed and improved formula, and if you liked the ALEX ANDREA rosin for bass, then you will love this.
Linzi Stoppard and Ben Lee of FUSE - one of the hottest rock acts we have seen - are now using Arcus E4 violin bows. This incredible band is
making headlines across the globe with their unique sound. Combining exceptional talent with the raw power of rock, this is a band you should listen to.
For further information please visit www.fuseofficial.com
Musikmesse 2010 - Frankfurt March 24-27. We enjoyed meeting our customers and look forward to bringing you some of the exciting products that were featured at the show. Musikmesse is always a challenge. So much to see, so many people to meet, and relatively little time. We would encourage anyone who plays an instrument and hasn't been to visit during the public day. It's the ideal opportunity to see just what's available to you in terms of instruments, accessories, music........you name it!
Arcus bows represented in the UK by AR Distribution enjoyed a successful BVMA Maker's day at the Old Sessions House in London on March 7th. We enjoyed meeting so many good makers and players and recommend you attend
the next Maker's day in 2011.
Recital Music are running a competition for composers of music for Double Bass in 2010. Find out more about it here. AR Distribution is sponsoring Category 2, so good luck to all entrants!
Nilton Music Stands have been given a mention in the Haynes Saxophone Manual by Stephen Howard! Try one and find out why these stands are the favourite of many professional musicians.
Musikmesse Trade Fair - Frankfurt April 2009
Arcus enjoyed a successful Musikmesse 2009 with many musicians trying the bows.
Lynn Harrell (cellist) bought an Arcus Gold Cadenza cello bow. We were delighted to see that he uses and comments on his bow on YouTube in a 100th birthday tribute to Orlando Cole. See the video HERE
Want us to come to you? We are often asked if we can bring our products along to various events and colleges so that people can try the range in an informal and relaxed environment. We are more than happy to do this. If you'd like us to come to your area, please call to discuss your requirements.
