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Founded in 2005, we are a full service stringed instrument shop. Owned by a professionally trained violin maker, we have everything from entry level student instruments to the highest quality professional instruments. We offer sales, rentals and repairs of violins, violas, cellos, basses and their bows and accessories. We also specialize in fine instruments and restorations.

We also specialize in fine instruments and restorations through our sister shop, Hammell House Violins. Trained in both education and performance and with close relationships to educators and artists throughout the tri-state area, we understand the needs of both beginning students as well as the seasoned professional.
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We offer lessons here at the studio on violin, viola, cello, and piano. Please contact us for more information about our lesson program. We also have a list of teachers and local music schools throughout the state that we can recommend to you based on your location, style of music, learning needs. Verbal appraisals are available by appointment starting at $30.
We offer sales of violins, violas, cellos, and basses from entry level student quality through high end professional quality, both new and used. We are a dealer for all of the major brands and models on the market. We also have a large selection of older, quality instruments. Visit our Fine Instrument division for higher end instruments at www.hammellhouseviolins.com.
All plans offer optional insurance for violin, viola and cello. Insurance for basses is required. All plans except the Elite are for a beginning student level outfit including the instrument, case or bag, bow and rosin. The Elite plan is for a higher quality outfit. Cellos and basses come with soft bags but you have the option of upgrading to a hard case.
If you are unable to get this information from your teacher, here are some simple guidelines to help you determine which size would be appropriate for your child. Have your child extend his/her left arm parallel to the floor with the palm facing upward. For violin sizes look at the following list and choose the one that is the closest to your measurement.
Reviews (10)
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Anthony Agro
Dec 15, 2021
Great service! Renting the perfect starter violin for my 4 year old.
John Guerrera
Feb 17, 2021
I had the privilege of meeting with violin maker and musical instructor Erika Safran Sahar, who provided me with a most excellent introduction to the cello, of which I have great interest in learning how to play. First impressions can often make a difference in how you approach your calling to a discipline and art such as the study of music, and I must say that Erika's patience and guidance walking me through trying different instruments, and looking at my posture and technique whilst acquiring a comfort level with the cello, was in a word "outstanding".

So much so, that I am excited about the prospect of learning cello, and am now acquiring an instrument, and have indeed scheduled my first lesson. All in all, a truly wonderful experience. I would say that if anyone finds themselves in a situation where they are seeking answers for their musical instrument needs, the Violin Doctor, along with Erika and her associates, would be a superior choice.
Mar Y.
Nov 13, 2020
Came here today to get a child-sized violin and wow! This place is magical. Everyone is so kind and you can tell they truly love the instruments. They helped us find the right size. Really happy we found this place! Thank you for a great experience!
Wendy Gahles
May 18, 2020
I learned violin as an adult, but haven't played in awhile. I needed a new string a d the bows re-haired. Mary Anne was my teacher and helped me today. Everyone there is kind and professional. A nice place for lessons.
Teresa Ricci-Kovacs
Nov 16, 2019
The only place to go for rentals, purchases and repairs of orchestra instruments. Professional and knowledgeable. We've rented a cello for a few years from Violin Doctor and will most likely purchase one in the near future. Erika also provides lessons for children and adults in the shop. This is a speciality shop so hours vary and appointments are recommended. The knowledge and service is worth it.
Pesach
Apr 16, 2019
The owners are wonderful people. I have taken my violin to them for repairs and cleaning many times and have always left extremely happy with their work and the experience. The shop is really beautiful, too. Some really nice instruments hanging around.
Vic Lange
Jan 16, 2019
I asked Erika to change out the pegs on my cello and repair my bow. Not only did she do a good job of that, but she repaired some minor damage to the instrument without my asking and at no additional charge. Definitely a superior experience to other luthiers I've had!
Emily Hastings
Nov 22, 2018
The finest string instrument sales and repairs in the state. Friendly service, fair prices, and excellent workmanship. I cannot recommend this business highly enough - they have not only repaired and rebuilt instruments for my own use, but supplied wonderful European violins for my students at good, moderate prices. The Violin Doctor is an invaluable resource for New Jersey string players.
John Kearney
Apr 17, 2018
After hours and miles of searching for Cello strings, I received a call back from the Violin Doctor. Not only did they have exactly what I needed, but were knowledge and polite. Once meeting them and stepped inside their shop it was clear this was a professionally run business.
Ron
Nov 01, 2016
Absolutely fantastic service, professional and very friendly. You can buy or rent your violin here and the repair service is spot on. Service is by appointment so you better give them a call before you arrive because it might be closed.