Alberto Garcia

Virtuos Violins

Luthier specialized in the repair and construction of violins, violas, and cellos, at the service of all musicians.

About Me

Violin Maker

Alberto Garcia is a professional luthier in the field of superior-quality musical instrument making, specializing in violins, violas, and cellos.

Originally from Mexico, he has dedicated more than 25 years of his life to creating exceptional instruments for discerning musicians. In 2009, he moved to Kingston, Ontario, and founded Virtuos Violins in 2010. Alberto's reputation as an international luthier precedes him, with compliments received from Mexico, Spain, the United States, and Colombia.

His unwavering commitment to excellence in his work and his love of music are evident in every instrument he creates. Alberto prides himself on creating custom instruments for each of his clients, exceeding their expectations, and building lasting artistic relationships based on trust.

Alberto is recognized not only for his exceptional craftsmanship but also for his exceptional customer service.

He works closely with each musician, taking the time to understand their particular needs and offering personalized recommendations and solutions. For the discerning musician looking for a custom-made, high-quality instrument, Virtuos Violins is the perfect choice.

Alberto guarantees not only a superior quality instrument but also an enriching and satisfying experience, thanks to his exceptional attention to detail and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Services

VIOLIN

VIOLAS

CELLOS

CHANGING THE BRIDGE

REHAIRING THE BOW

REPAIRS

A high-quality bridge is important to the sound quality of stringed instruments. It must adapt to the shape and height of the strings to achieve good intonation and vibration. Each instrument needs a specific bridge to improve its sound.

The bow is important in stringed instruments. The natural horsehair is fundamental for a good bow, as it is resistant and flexible, which allows a proper vibration on the strings and a harmonic and sustained sound.

It is important to make repairs to musical instruments to maintain their sound quality and physical appearance. These repairs should be considered as a preventive measure that allows for the preservation of the instruments in optimal conditions.

ADJUSMENTS

Calibration of bowed stringed instruments is essential to produce a clear and expressive sound and to achieve a higher quality performance. It also provides greater comfort to the musician during the performance.

CRAFTING AN INSTRUMENT

The creation of an instrument is an artistic process that seeks a balance between technique and creativity to produce a unique sound. The Luthier is the artist responsible for the meticulous elaboration and modeling of each piece, from the choice of wood to the final details, to produce instruments that are true works of art.

CUSTUMIZED INSTRUMENTS

Custom instrument making is a practice that has developed over centuries in the history of music. This process consists of creating a unique musical instrument personalized to meet the individual musician's musical preferences and needs.

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Attention Personalized for You!

Customers

Charlye Touchette

Violinist

Great service and more than fair pricing! Had new pegs installed, strings, chin rest etc. He cleaned my violin complimentary. Perfect work and fast too! You can clearly see Alberto's passion.

Barbara Saw

Violinist

John Jodoin

Violinist

Monica Muller

Violinist

Alberto García provided exceptional luthiery services for three years, repairing a 100-year-old violin and crafting a custom one based on my preferences. Throughout its creation, I visited his workshop where he explained every detail. The violin, named by me, has grown in beauty and sound quality. Notably, it was a meaningful birthday gift from my husband, making it especially cherished.

Lisa Draper

Violinist and Teacher

Available for Sale

Price: Upon Request

This 2021 violin, made by luthier Alberto Garcia, was designed with quality in every detail. Using oil varnish the instrument features a two-piece German maple back and a two-piece German spruce top, resulting in a dominant and rich tonal quality. Paganini's face carved into the instrument adds artistic elegance, making it a beautiful work of art and a pleasure to play.

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Violin made in Canada in 2022 with first-quality materials, such as maple and German pine with a natural drying time of 15 years. The construction of the violin was created by the luthier, Alberto Garcia. The instrument has been oil-varnished to improve its acoustic qualities and guarantee the best sound.

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Violin made in Canada in 2023 with first-quality materials, such as maple and German pine with a natural drying time of 17 years. The construction of the violin was created by the luthier, Alberto Garcia. The instrument has been oil-varnished to improve its acoustic qualities and guarantee the best sound, special carving scroll.

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Violin made in Canada 2010

Alberto Garcia crafts hand-made instruments using high-quality seasoned maple and spruce, offering excellent tone quality and workmanship at affordable prices. The l'ancienne series, made by experienced violin makers, uses finer quality aged wood for professional musicians.

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Violin made in Canada 2010

Alberto Garcia is a skilled violin maker known for creating exceptional instruments using only the finest seasoned maple and spruce. His instruments are crafted from exceptionally aged wood and finished with a carefully crafted oil varnish, which provides superior tonal quality and an antique look. In addition, each instrument is personally tuned for optimal sound and playability.

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Cello made in Canada 2012

In 2012, Luthier Alberto Garcia created a cello. The instrument has the personal touch in scrool carving, produces a rich and projective tone that must be heard in person to fully appreciate. He has taken great care in preparing the cello to guarantee you a delightful listening experience.

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violin made in Canada 2011 by Alberto Garcia

This instrument stands out for its exceptional scroll carving and an aged orange-brown varnish that gives it an attractive antique look. Inspired by the ancient work of Guadagnini, this violin is not only visually captivating but also offers a faithful, rich, and powerful sound. Each component has been carefully selected to ensure the highest sound quality, guaranteeing an exceptional musical experience.

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Violin Baroque made in Canada 2010

Making a baroque violin is a very specialized and meticulous undertaking that requires great patience, skill, and knowledge of the materials. Alberto Garcia, used only the finest quality maple and German pine, sun-dried for fifteen years, to create a violin of exceptional form and craftsmanship.

Price: Upon Request

Baroque Violin

Violin Baroque made in Canada 2010

Special attention was dedicated to the scroll, fingerboard, and tailpiece. Garcia further enhanced the acoustic qualities of the violin by applying an alcohol varnish, resulting in an exquisite and valuable instrument with a rich, resonant sound.

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ACCESORIES

Shoulders

We provide different styles of violin shoulrest in 4/4, 3/4 and 1/2 sizes.

It offers exceptional comfort, personalized fit and premium materials to improve your technique. Modern and stylish, the Shoulderest elevates your musical experience.

Carbon Fiber Bows

Discover excellence in our carbon fiber bows for violin, viola, and cello. Designed for discerning musicians, they deliver exceptional performance, durability, and lightweight balance. Experience musical versatility and elegance in every performance.

Set of Strings

Immerse yourself in excellence with our violin, viola, and cello strings. Crafted for discerning musicians, they deliver outstanding performance, durability, and lightweight balance and enhance the sound quality. Experience unique musical versatility and add a distinctive elegance to every note.

Price: Upon Request

CONTACT

205 MONTREAL ST

KINGSTON ON, K7K 3G5

CANADA

613.532.0813

VIRTUOS.VIOLINS@GMAIL.COM