Benning Violins has a long tradition of expert service and meeting the needs of collectors and the most discerning musicians - from the beginner to professional - since 1953. Since the early 20th century, the Benning family name has been synonymous with the old world craft of making fine, master-crafted violins, violas and cellos.

Finely-crafted Pressenda, Bergonzi, Balestrieri, Guarneri and Stradivari-model violins by Eric Benning. Benning Violins offers the most extensive collection on the West Coast of fine violins, violas, cellos and bows crafted by modern and old-world masters.

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About Benning Violins

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Since 1953 the Benning family name has been synonymous with the old-world craft of making fine, master-crafted instruments. Studio City Music was the vision of Paul Toenniges, born in De Kalb, Illinois in 1908. Paul began his studies of instrument making under the promptings of Carl Becker Sr., his brother-in-law.

The Shop

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For over 65 years Benning Violins shop continues to meet the evolving needs of a diverse and growing musical community. For six decades Benning Violins has been serving the West Coast musical community at our celebrated shop on storied Ventura Boulevard in the heart of Studio City in Los Angeles. Our unique building was constructed in 1952 by Paul Toenniges and called Studio City Music, which sold not only instruments crafted by Toenniges, but drums, brass, woodwinds and everything musical under the sun.

Players Of Benning-Crafted Instruments

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Fine violins, violas and cellos crafted by Eric are owned by premier players, renowned teachers, concert performers and recording artists. Benning Violins have always been very dedicated to our players and this section of our web site is just one way that we wish to express our appreciation to those who play our instruments.

Location & Hours

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Benning Violins is situated on historic Ventura Boulevard in Studio City, a mecca for both musicians and music lovers. Our shop is convenient to US 101 Freeway, California 134 Freeway and the California 170. While there is metered parking out front of the store, please use our free private parking lot located at the rear of our store.

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