Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Stringed Instrument Sales & Repair in Brunswick
Frost Gully Violins has been the premier destination for stringed instruments in Maine's Midcoast region since 1994. Founded on a passion for preserving musical heritage and fostering community engagement, we specialize in the sale, rental, and meticulous restoration of violins, violas, and cellos. Our owner, Justin Boone, brings over two decades of expertise as a luthier, having trained in Pennsylvania, Atlanta, and Cremona, Italy, where he honed his craft on some of the world's finest instruments.We serve musicians at every stage, from beginners to professionals, offering a curated selection of new and historic instruments, a flexible rental program with equity options, and expert repair services performed with meticulous care. Our commitment extends beyond individual instruments to nurturing Maine's musical ecosystem through partnerships with local teachers and organizations, ensuring accessibility and growth for future generations of musicians.
Services
Violin Sales
Viola Rentals
Cello Repair
Instrument Restoration
Rental Programs
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of expertise in stringed instrument craftsmanship and repair.
- Our owner is a trained luthier with international experience restoring historic instruments.
- We provide a rental equity program that applies 100% of payments toward future purchases.
- Our comprehensive repair services cover all levels of instruments with meticulous care.
- We actively support Maine's musical community through teacher and organization partnerships.
What people say
Excellent selection
First rate set-up
Great working order
Amazingly good quality rentals
Professional expertise
Services
Retail Sales
We offer a curated selection of violins, violas, and cellos ranging from new instruments to centuries-old masterpieces. Each instrument undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure optimal sound and craftsmanship. Customers receive personalized guidance to find instruments matching their skill level and tonal preferences.
Instrument Rentals
Our rental program provides quality violins, violas, and cellos at competitive rates with flexible equity options. Instruments receive regular maintenance to ensure playability, and renters benefit from free adjustments and repairs during their contract period.
Restoration & Repair
Justin Boone specializes in restoring and repairing stringed instruments using traditional techniques and premium materials. Services include crack repairs, re-varnishing, and structural adjustments, with transparent assessments of repair feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
Local Music Resources
We connect musicians with local teachers and organizations through curated directories. This service helps students find instructors and promotes Maine's musical events, fostering a vibrant regional music scene.
Custom Instrument Making
Justin Boone crafts bespoke violins, violas, and cellos using hand-selected tonewoods and oil varnishes. Each instrument is built entirely in-house, combining traditional methods with modern acoustic understanding to achieve unique tonal qualities.
People
Justin W. Boone
Luthier & Owner
Justin Boone has been crafting and restoring stringed instruments for over 20 years. After studying violin making in Pennsylvania and working in Atlanta and Cremona, Italy, he has dedicated his career to preserving musical heritage while making instruments accessible to all.
Questions
What rental instruments are available?
We rent violins, violas, and cellos in various sizes, including 1/10 for violin and 1/8 for cello/viola.
Can I buy my rental instrument?
Rental instruments aren't for sale, but 100% of your payments apply toward purchasing a retail instrument.
Do you repair all instrument types?
We specialize in violins, violas, and cellos, handling both minor adjustments and major restorations.
How are repair costs determined?
Costs depend on damage extent. We provide condition reports and discuss repair feasibility before work begins.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept check, credit card, or cash payments for rentals and services.
Do you offer repair warranties?
Repairs include a 6-month warranty covering workmanship and materials under normal use conditions.
Reviews (3)
Bruce Coffin
Jan 31, 2022
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Outstanding work and depenabilty. Great amount of knowledge and experience. I will never go anywhere else.
Robsterville
Feb 27, 2021
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I am a beginner and was having some issues keeping my fiddle in tune. Justin fixed me up with a new bridge and strings. Very fair pricing and easy to work with. He is an honest and knowledgable craftsman. Thanks!
Miguel Campos
Nov 30, 2019
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Justin is very friendly and knowledgeable. He has a small collection of his own instruments and some other makers. Very accessible for emergency repairs!
