I just shipped a very nice Violoncello da Spalla to its new owner in the US. This one was NON-commissioned, meaning that it was built without a specific buyer lined up. It is a fine example of my “Standard Plus” model. If I am counting right, it was my 21st Violoncello da Spalla. I will continue to make this model, as it has proven itself over the past 6 years, including demanding professional performance usage. I know exactly what I have to do to build from this pattern so as to achieve the unparalleled tone and sonority for which my instruments have become well-known.
New Model Violoncello da Spalla Artist Model Build Is Underway.
The build that is commencing is a commissioned instrument. This new Violoncello da Spalla is being built to the specifications of a new design I wrote about fairly recently. For now, it is designated as the Violoncello da Spalla Artist Model.
See: New Violoncello da Spalla Model by Donald Rickert Available for Commission
The new Violoncello da Spalla Artist Model is for accomplished musicians seeking the best sounding and most playable instrument possible, as well a distinctively unique appearance. My new Violoncello da Spalla model is a departure from “traditional” violoncellos da spalla made by me and other top luthiers. It is definitely my most expensive model to date but still costs substantially less than $20K.
Violoncello da Spalla Artist Model: Description and Specifications
For more information about the Violoncello da Spalla Artist Model, see: Description and specifications.
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'Cool Instruments for Hep Cats' is a video podcast (YouTube), which delves into the realm of unusual and intriguing musical instruments. Episode 5, Part 1 just posted on April 24, 2024. It is one of three entire episodes, comprised of 11 parts, specifically about the Violoncello da Spalla.
Contact Information
The web address for the “Cool Instruments for Hep Cats” video podcast is: @Cool_Instruments_for_Hep_Cats – https://www.youtube.com/@Cool_Instruments_for_Hep_Cats/podcasts
Don Rickert’s main website, ‘D. Rickert Musical Instruments’, is https://www.RickertMusicalInstruments.com.
Online store, ‘Don Rickert Musician Shop’, is https://www.DonRickertMusicianshop.com.
Don Rickert on Linktree: https://linktr.ee/donrickert. This link gets you to ALL of my detailed contact information, my websites and social media.
Email: don@donrickertdesign.com; doctorfiddle@gmail.com
Phone (in US): 706-896-0909 or 706-400-1481 (mobile)
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