Luthier Timothy G. Johnson, an expert researcher and maker of historical violins, violas, and cellos, will share some of the secrets of the baroque sound. What were the musicians and composers of 17th and 18th Century Europe listening for? How did instrument makers respond to new string technologies? How did luthiers change their designs to meet the evolving needs of players as music changed with the times? This program includes demonstrations of both baroque and contemporary violins.
