Violin by Tae Yeong Kim, Cremona 2022

This violin possesses an overall sweet and bright character, with a smooth, holistic tone that flows effortlessly across the entire instrument. The registers blend and transition seamlessly, connecting melodies with a natural ease that makes musical lines sing from top to bottom.

An excellent choice for the aspirational professional, this violin is as visually striking as it is musically rewarding — finished to a high standard with clean lines and crisp, sharp edges.

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Taeyeong Kim was born in Korea and developed an early passion for music, beginning with guitar as a hobby. This interest led to work at a musical instrument company, where exposure to violin making inspired a move to Cremona. After three years of training, Kim worked in Brescia with master luthier Ioannis Apostolou, participating in competitions and exchanging ideas with leading teachers and colleagues. Now based in Korea as a head repairer, Kim specializes in restoration, integrating making and restoration techniques to create instruments with expressive and beautiful sound.

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Maker: Tae Yeong Kim 

Region: Cremona, Italy

Year: 2022

Specifications

     Body Length: 357mm

     Upper Bout: 167mm

     Middle Bout: 111mm

     Lower Bout: 206mm

Certification: LAVS

SKU: P1118-BL-C

Level: Professional