Chris, I've recieved my new Gama (A9679) and I want to let you know that it is wonderful. The sound is complex and I would describe it as 'delicious' like a fine wine. I am confident that this one will age wonderfully and grow with me for years. Please pass on my compliments to Vasile and his crew back in Romania. They can be proud of their work. All the best, Chuck Pederson

Hello Chris, My Gems 1 arrived last Thursday and today I had my instructor evaluate the instrument. It is a winner! She really likes it and so do I. Eric helped me decide between 2 violins and I selected A9420. It is beautifully made and finished. It sounds terrific. The case, bow and rosin included are also of high quality. Your company offers a fine instrument at an affordable price. Thank you. Best Regards, Marty Welt

Hi Chris You asked me (in April) to let you know what I thought of the 5 string violin and carbon fiber bow I bought from you. Well, I reckon I've been using it enough to know now, both for folk and a little jazz/standards work, so thought I would. I'm really enjoying the 5 string (and not having to cart around a viola as well as a violin :) ). It took me a while to get accustomed to it, but now that I am, I am really impressed. Lovely sound, even across all the strings and a pleasure to play. I still have to look occasionally to work out which string I'm playing on ... which says a lot about the evenness of tone and ease of playing I reckon. :) The carbon fiber bow I'm also enjoying. Again, once I worked out that I needed to use it differently (ie tighten it a lot less than I'm used to), it's a pleasure - more controllable and a more even sound. Many thanks :)

Hi Chris, I ended up purchasing the Genova 2 and I love the violin! It looks exactly like the picture (beautiful), the tone across all four strings are even, strong, and very clear in high positions. I can't wait to 'grow' into this violin over the next few years and see the sound mature even more. Thanks for everything! - Kevin

Chris -- The violin arrived about 20 minutes ago -- and I'm loving it!! The strings are just getting settled in -- and I know it will take a bit to wake up -- but I'm loving what I'm hearing already! THANK you for the wonderful instrument. I will be upgrading again in a year or so -- and I will surely consider a Gliga Professional or Maestro model at that time! Carol Purcell Rochester, Minnesota

Hi Chris, I must say that I'm loving my Gliga Genova. The richness of tone and the depth of its timber are mesmerizing. I have never played so warm and forgiving an instrument. I am thoroughly pleased and indebted to the craftsmanship, service, and professionalism of you and Gliga. Thank you! Now, however, I must name this beautiful instrument, and before her debut in the orchestra, I'd love to establish her title. I'd like to name her, "The Princess," and I was wondering if you could help me with this. Because I am so utterly impressed with my violin, I'd like her name to be in Romanian. My next question, then, is quite obvious. I've searched many, many online translators, and have narrowed the name down; however, I am not sure how to use the article "the" correctly. "Prinţesă," I believe, would be the version that I want...or is it "Principesă"? Either way, I'm not quite sure how "the" princess would appear in Romanian. Thanks again, Brian Doe

Dear Chris! Now our son has played on his new Gliga maestro ½ violin for a couple of weeks. It´s a beautiful, nice sounding violin and we are very satisfied. This is actually his third Gliga violin (the first one we bought was a professional 1/8 in 2005 and the second a ¼ maestro in 2006). To buy a violin over the internet without testing it might of course be a big risk but we have been more than satisfied each time. It´s fantastic that these nice violins are built in small sizes so that children have the opportunity to play on good sounding instruments. Many thanks and Merry Christmas! Inger Dalene Sweden

Hello Chris, I told you already I'm the "proud owner" of 5 "Gliga" violins (and one "Hora"...) nothing for the Guinness book at all of course... but I have to say all these violins have of course a family resemblance (among them there is a professionnal "feel the grain") they are all nice, good looking, excellent craft work and it's always a great pleasure to have them in hand - dare I say the soft varnish has something sensual - and of course to play them; but the SUA remains the champion. I don't know why. Maybe it's the model or should i say made the best choice for me or simply I've been lucky ! Anyway, I'm not insane, believe me, when I say that I love your violins for their beautiful appearance (keep your secret secret about varnishing just carry on doing so) and for their sound, smooth, mellow and brilliant at once, for , yes : it exists a "Gliga-sound" which I do like especially. I tried several string sets, "Evah Pirazzi", "Obligato", Corelli Alliance with the different violins that I have. For the SUA you made the perfect choice with the "Dominant" Thank you again for all that Best regards René

I received this beautiful GEMS1 on Thursday, Oct 30. Thank you for the quick service, allowing me to spend much of the weekend getting familiar with it. Its tone and responsiveness is superior to many violins I've tried at over twice its price. The slightest touch of the bow causes it to quietly sing and resonate with every note played. It is a welcome and drastic upgrade to the (very nice) Hoffman Etude it is replacing. As a fairly new violinist (less than a year), I care very much about what a given instrument can teach me. The responsiveness of this instrument has helped me identify imperfections in my bowing that were almost undetectable on my last violin. A thousand thanks for allowing me to chance to own such a work of art. Only one this is for sure - my next instrument will also be a Gliga. Sincerely, Robert Bowles PS. Please feel free to quote or post.

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Chris, That's what I needed to know about the cases. I expect many grandchildren to be using these instruments, so I will continue to use sturdier cases, but I love your violins. I just realized that I have a picture of him playing the first violin I bought from you. I am attaching it. It was his first recital. I look forward to receiving my new bow. Regards, JoAnn Schlosser

This is more of a testimonial than an inquiry. I purchased a Gama 4/4 violin for my daughter. I was slightly apprehensive about buying one online, but the testimonials, complete with emails made me more confident in what I expected to receive. As cliche' as it might sound, you exceeded my expectations. I am not a musician, everyone in my family got that talent but me, but I have a fairly critical ear. I was very happy with the quality of the instrument. The sound is beautiful and we are constantly asked by people who have heard my daughter play where she got her violin. Some people are nervous about buying something expensive without getting to handle it first. I am one of those people, but I would buy from you again in a heartbeat. Thanks for a great product at a great price and for the fast delivery. As I said, it has been a few years since we bought it, and it has held up beautifully !

I just wanted to let you know that I am very pleased with my purchase of a 13" School Genial 2-Nitro viola. I bought this for my 9 year old daughter for Christmas (she will be thrilled!) and knowing nothing about instruments, I had a very good friend who is an instructor and a unbelievable concert violinist check out the viola -- she was very impressed with the quality and the tone of such a small instrument when she put it through her paces. I did take the viola to another friend to re-cut the bridge (we wanted it to be more rounded for a beginning student) who repairs and also builds instruments, and he was impressed as well. We are privileged to have an orchestra program in our school district here, and our oldest son has been playing for 5 years -- we wish we would have known about you 5 years ago when we started him out as we would have just purchased his first viola and kept doing so until he got to a full size instead of paying astronomical amounts of money over the years to rent used and poor quality instruments (we finally got smart and bought him a fantastic viola from a friend needing to sell some instruments). We will be purchasing from you again as our daughter grows and requires larger violas, and in the future when our youngest son decides which instrument he wants to play. Thank you so much! We will spread the word about Gliga Violins! The Allens

Hello Received very nice Genial 1 antiqued violin Nov. 27. Sent it home with a delighted student last night.(My wife teaches.) I had picked out Gems ! #5897 as a possible next purchase, but it looks as though it has been sold. Are you expecting to have any more Gaurnerius in the Gems 1 or Gems 2 any time soon? I know you do have several now, but I would like to be able to find one with grain closer to what 5897 had. I am very pleased with the value and quality of the Genial ! #6158 which we purchased. It was exactly as represented, the peg fit was perfect, and the tone was very pleasing. I purchased the Genial 1 to evaluate so I could get an idea what to expect, knowing the Gems, Gama, and higher quality instruments would show even finer craftmanship and wood selection. Thank you for the pleasant experience and I look forward to our next transaction. I did not start out intending for this email to develop into a testimonial, but to the extent that it may have done so, please feel free to use any part of it. I have been repairing instruments as a hobby for over 30 years and have worked on many violins, and it is because of the poor quality violins that some of my wife's students show up with that I have looked for a better option, and I feel I have found it. Thanks! Bill Your web site is great!

Hi I just wanted to say thankyou so much for the beautiful violin that arrived on my doorstep today! I can't believe how promptly it arrived from the date I ordered it. It literally was 5 days and that was including the weekend. And, all the way to Australia! You guys don't waste any time. Thankyou for your service. The violin looks beautiful, and sounds great! I'm a very happy customer. Amrita Kumar

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Dear Chris, I received the "butterfly" viola today and I would like to tell you that I am very pleased in 1. your instruments 2. your sell - and aftersell-service 1. Now I bought alltogether 4 Instruments in the outfit-range GEMS II until GAMA during the last 3 years from your internet-shop. Each instrument is for it's unique impression and sound better than expected. Your high quality of the hand crafted violins is, what convinces in a world of mass-produced articles which mostly come from Asia. Wonderfull, what is made in Roumania! 2. And as sensitive individual as your instruments, are you in this orchestration. We ordenary comunicated by a few email-lines, after I looked in your well-pepaired web shop. I recognized that you acted in favour to the deal by an understanding of my wishes, as if we had personly talked together. But what I appreciated most, is that you kept on that way, after I payed. That's a way of business I 'll like to meet again. Thank you and kind regards Matthias Rimkus P.S. In the attched file you can see that Nigel Kennedy rewiewed your US-fag as a "cool fiddle", when my son met him last week-end.

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Hello, We received the beautiful violin about 1 1/2 weeks ago and my daughter loves it! She's had her first violin lesson now, and her teacher has also commented on what a lovely violin it is. Of course, you already know that, but I thought that I'd just confirm it for you :) Thanks for your prompt service and for selling violins that sound good even in the hands of a completely inexperiencd 7 year old! Kathy Asseiro

Hey, Thanks for your great, fantastic service. I buy the A1959 model and I just love it so much. Sounds beautiful, it's easy to play, and I fell in love with it. Thank you very much! I'm so pleased with it! I will recommend your violins to everyone here in Puerto Rico that I know! Once again! Thanks! sincerely, Eric X. Wiscovich

You will be happy to know my violin arrived this past Tuesday night, April fourth. I should have contacted you then but I was too busy playing with it. I have been “trying” it out ever since. When I play it I feel as though I should be performing in an orchestra. I know that sounds corny but it is true. I have had my teacher, Maria Alejandra, check out the violin and she is more than impressed with it. She is very pleased with the quality of the sound, as well as, the overall condition of it. She only re-affirmed to me what I already knew that I had made a great find and purchased a very beautiful instrument. I am more than please with the way the violin looks, sounds and how it was packaged for shipment. A few friends have seen it now and they have all fallen in love with it. My congratulations go out to the artist(s) who are responsible for the art work on it. I can not say enough about the artwork. It is as though the artist(s) knew exactly what would make me happy. Every time I look at it I can see something new, something that I had missed before. The case for it was more than I expected and for the color, well, it is exquisite. It is the perfect rich black and dark deep purple that I was looking for. The artist(s) not only created something truly unique but also something that will become more valuable with time. There are so many things on and about the violin itself that I simply can’t relate them all in an e-mail. I would like to take a moment and thank you personally, Eric. Your kindness and patience went above and beyond what was called for. You took the time to explain how certain pieces of the violin worked and how best to improve on them. The same could be said for the bow. Again, thank you so much for the time you gave me. You are a great asset to the company and I look forward to dealing with you all again. You can be proud to work for a company that can turn out instruments of such a high caliber. Thank you, again. Respectfully yours, Linda S. Larkin 2006-04-10

I wanted to write an compliment you on the fine instrument that we have received. We are thrilled with it. The violin is for my 6 year old daughter and she even recognizes the quality and sound compared to the rental instrument she has been using. The order was received in a timely manner and the violin arrived safely. We will definitely do business with you when we're ready to move to a larger instrument. Thank you. Shawna McPherson

Dear Gliga, I just received my new GEM 2. I tuned it up and was playing in minutes. I must say how impressed I am with the rich tone and the beautiful wood and workmanship. Thanks so much for my new violin. A fantastic value! Corey

Dear Chris, I received the Left Handed Workshop Gems 1 violin yesterday and I am very impressed. The service you provided was excellent and the violin arrived in 5 days. The instrument was well packaged and arrived safely. The violin itself is beautiful and it sounds amazing, even in the hands of a beginner. I was playing for 4 hours straight last night and couldn’t put it down! Thank you so much for remembering all those left-handers out there. I will be sure to recommend Gliga to anyone who is interested in purchasing a violin. Thank you. Regards,

Hello! Thank you for the violin! I´ts a beautiful instrument!! Sounds smooth and nice. We received the violin a couple of days ago and our son (5 ½ years) is practising every day and is very proud and happy about his new instrument. We are very satisfied! Best regards Torstein Norrköping Sweden

The violin arrived last Wednesday. Please forward my compliments to your luthiers and artists. They did a fine job. My son was so pleased with the instrument that he took the fiddle to school to show the day after it arrived. He and his teacher even played a duet on fiddle and accordion for his third grade class that day. Thanks again for the special order and best regards, Joe

I just received my GEMS 2 violin - it is a wonderful instrument, and the customer service was just as good. Thanks! ...I have used other online music stores and was not satisfied, but you all delivered quality service throughout. People need to know about it!

Dear Chris, I have shown the violin to luthier (well known in Krakow, who is making instruments for philharmonic musicians) as well as to instructor of my daughter. They both approved of it. The instrument is nice, built quality is high and sound is pure. Price is reasonable, even for Polish citizen. Thank you again. Best regards, Krzysztof

Hi, my name is Alejandro, i'm from Mexico and I just want to tell you how pleased I am. I bought a gama professional violin about a month ago and I love the way the violin sounds, I really love the color, I just love it!!! It's crafted with high professionalism and It's quite great because of the very accessible price and I got a grat instrument overall. I highly recommend the gliga instruments cus' they rock :), and by the way I love the fact that a lot of people I know here in mexico are buying these great instruments, so now you can say you're also gathering a crowd of happy buyers here in Mexico. thanks a lot your friend Alejandro.

The violin arrived yesterday in perfect shape. I played it right out of the box with a bit of tuning and fell in love. It sounds like its singing! I took it to orchestra tonight and it blends perfectly with the other instruments (though sounds far better) and projects beautifully on the solo parts. I was the envy of the orchestra! Everyone I walked past gasped at the carvings and deeply flamed wood. Normally you will find a beautiful instrument and it will sound terrible then an unattractive one that sounds amazing.. this violin has the best of both worlds! I am most certain that I am keeping this amazing instrument. Not only is this an amazing work of art, but it has a sound to match! Thank you for all your wonderful help and the SUPER fast shipping! I recommended you to everyone I know. Thanks again, I am so pleased with your customer service, finally, a kind and honest violin dealer! Rebecca

Hi, I received my new violin today. I played it for 2 hours and finally had to put it down because my arm hurt. It sounds wonderful and full. It feels good in my hands and the workmanship is outstanding. I am so pleased. I spent many hours on the computer searching for a new violin. I studied a lot of violins and their makers and decided on you and I am happy I did. Tomorrow night I go to orchestra practice and I am anticipating many comments on my violin. Thank you and thank your craftsmen. I will treasure this fine instrument and enjoy many hours of playing and knowing it. Thank you again. Pete Teresavage

Dear Chris, I received the violin yesterday via DHL (very fast delivery) and wanted to tell you that I was very impressed with it. I am still only a beginner but after having a lesson this summer in NY and hearing my teacher's violin, I knew there was a better quality of tone that I should expect to hear and produce. I have actually been searching for a left-handed violin for quite a while. As a starter violin I had my grandfather's violin from the 1920's in a Cremona style. I turned everything around and got some good sound out of it, but knew I really needed a left-hand. I tried to play right-handed, but it seems for me this is not correct. I priced some luthiers in the US and the cost was really prohibitive at this stage of my playing level. I found your site under google and read all the testimonials on your violins and finally decided to purchase. The sound I hear is what I describe as rich, warm and dark. The project! ion is much more than what I was getting out of my other violin. Basically, Chris it just feels like it was made for me. Thank you so much for selling such a wonderful violin. I'm very happy with it already. Can't wait to go home from work today and play! Sincerely, GB

Chris- I have not responded to you since I received my violin outfit several weeks ago, but believe me it is not because I am unsatisfied. I bought the violin, a gems 1, from you as a graduation present for myself. I had about two weeks off, in which I was graduating from one college, and moving on to another and it was during that short break that I ordered from you. I have finally found a minute to spare, and wanted to write you a note to tell you how very pleased I was and am with my violin. It is beautiful, and has a wonderful sound. I have been enjoying it greatly! I am so glad I chose to buy from you, I was not disappointed, I was delightfully shocked. Again, I want to thank you for your patience, and all your wonderful customer service as well. You were prompt, patient, and very responsive. Thank you so much!!!!! --Karyn Peterson

Hi Chris, Thanks so much for getting back to me. Thank you also again for your helpful information, for the case, for guaranteeing the bow, and... well, everything! I took the violin in to a luthier today and he was very impressed. I might look into changing the strings in a little while when our daughter starts playing - right now she is still learning to hold it. Her favorite thing to do right now is rosin the bow. :) I haven't had a chance to leave feedback yet (I haven't had much time on ebay), but when I get around to it, I will certainly be leaving glowing feedback. I was a little apprehensive about buying online, but I'm glad that my research pointed me in your direction. I'm sure we might be buying future violins from you, when the time is right. Best regards, Laura

I wish that I could go out and update the EBay response I left to be more positive in content. Thanks for the great product and above and beyond service. We'll see if we can send more business your way from others in our church and Christian school. Thanks again!! Charles Lonaberger

Hello .. I just wanted to thankyou again for the 1/10 violin we purchased for our daughter! We have seen lots of violins as our daughters grew into bigger sizes...... but this gems2 violin surpasses many of the well known brands in tone and appearance! SO glad I took a chance and ordered online. Your testimonials and feedback encouraged me... 5lilpunkins

Hi Chris, Thanks so much for getting back to me. Thank you also again for your helpful information, for the case, and... well, everything! I took the violin in to a luthier today and he was very impressed. I haven't had a chance to leave feedback yet (I haven't had much time on ebay), but when I get around to it, I will certainly be leaving glowing feedback. I was a little apprehensive about buying online, but I'm glad that my research pointed me in your direction. I'm sure we might be buying future violins from you, when the time is right. Best regards, Laura

I wish that I could go out and update the EBay response I left to be more positive in content. Thanks for the great product and above and beyond service. We'll see if we can send more business your way from others in our church and Christian school. Thanks again!! Charles Lonaberger

I am a semiprofessional violist. I do a few “play for pay” jobs throughout the year with a couple of orchestras here in the northeast Arkansas area. I want to preface this message with the information that I purchased a very fine George Rums viola some 35 years ago – I remember I had a hard time scraping up the money as a financially struggling university student. That viola, worth a couple of thousand dollars in 1969, has served me wonderfully over all the years. Last year I decided I should have a second viola, as a “back up.” This would not be a fine instrument, but a modestly priced one just in case an occasion should arise that I was having work done on my Rums. I wanted something that I could “get by” with. Your “Gems 1” line looked as though it would serve my purpose well, so I purchased one of the 16.5” violas. Over the past year, I have put in quite a few practice hours on the “Gems 1” viola, trying out different sets of strings on it to help it “find its voice.” Right now it’s strung with Pirastro Obligatos. I want you to know that your $478 “Gems 1” viola has *replaced* my considerably more expensive George Rums instrument (which is an excellent one) as my first viola. I played a highly challenging and technically demanding concert just this afternoon with a semiprofessional concert orchestra – works by Mozart, Rossini, Lalo, and Elgar – and I chose to use my “Gems 1” instead of my Rums. It delivers such a warm yet carrying sound, and is incredibly responsive throughout its range of dynamics and positions. I have no reservations at all about using it in a viola section with professional players with highly expensive instruments surrounding me. Today I received compliments on my contribution to the section after the performance was finished. I know you sell your “Gliga” and “Gama” lines of instruments for advanced to professional players. I haven’t played either of those lines, so I can only imagine how they must compare to my lesser priced “Gems 1” instrument. I just wanted to tell you that I have been pleasantly amazed over the past year at what one of your “economy” instruments is capable of delivering – obviously it yields performance standards that meet or exceed those of more highly priced instruments by other makers. If my “Gems 1” viola is typical of all your instruments in that line, then the “Gems 1” instruments are most assuredly capable of taking their places respectably even in professional groups. Murray Therrell Paragould, AR

Dear Chris We received the long-awaiting violin last night. It was quite beautiful and my doughter loves it very much. Thank you for your kind and warmful help in this matter. Thank you again. With our best regards. Hiroshi

Dear Chris, I received my violin today. I have one word to describe how I feel about this instrument - GENIUS ! I now have one of your violas, one of your cellos , and one of your violins. I shall be using all of them on all my upcoming recording projects. If I can ever be of any assistance in any way - including my most heartfelt endorsement, please let me know. With my best regards, Chris Carmichael

Hello Chris, I have received the Gama Guarneri & Strad violins today in excellent condition! They both are very beautiful with superb tonal quality! I literally played them right out of the box with a little tuning up! I am very impressed with Vasile Gliga's violins. I want to thank you for your outstanding service, including the close communication. You have made be very happy, and I will most certainly buy from you again! With Appreciation, Terry Armstrong

Hello again, Just to let you know that I finally got my beautiful violin delivered to me yesterday, and I am VERY VERY happy with the great tone of my new instrument! I've played enough violins in the past to know this. And I absolutely love the color, which is in reality a much more brown color than I saw on my computer screen. Everyone that I've shown and played the violin to were truly taken back (maybe even envious ;) ) . I love it! Jae

Hi Chris, I thoroughly inspected the violin and it looks fine. Great packing job! Thank you for great service and a great looking and sounding violin. I'll be ordering again! Doug Turner Winchester, KY

Hello Chris, I just wanted to repeat that we are VERY pleased with your responsiveness and quick delivery!!! I think you broke all records in getting the product into my son's hands. He is SO excited. Again, thank you very much and Best Regards! Ed Miranda

Hi Chris, I received the viola last week, and after playing it for a week I absolutely love it. Thanks very much for the great service and beautiful instrument. As a side note, I've got some younger students that are in the market for larger student violins and I'll certainly recommend yours. Thanks again, -Sean Conway

Hello Chris, The fiddles arrived today and, as usual, they were well packed and in perfect condition. I have played them a little and I believe they are all fine instruments. Thanks for your help. Once again, Best regards, Robert

Hi, I received my viola today I bought through Ebay and was very well pleased with the sound and quality of the instrument at a very reasonable price. Thanks. I gave you an excellant rating on Ebay. I would love to buy a case for it now. Jack oodolittle@bellsouth.net

To Gliga Violins USA, After receiving a great violin from you for our daughter, I just placed my order for a 4/4 Genial outfit for myself! (My wife wants a cello, but we'll have to wait for that.) My wife discovered your site on-line and we were surprised how affordable your student violins are. Many advised us not to order violins on-line but we took the chance and ordered a 1/4 outfit from you for our daughter. Amazingly we practically received it the next day! The tracking site didn't keep up with the actual speedy delivery, it couldn't. We brought the new instrument to the instructor and she was thoroughly impressed. She is the classic stern traditional style instructor during lessons (fun during breaks!) and she actually had a smile on her face when observing the violin. She said it was a quality violin and "stylish". Before they began she said new violins generally need to be tuned again after the lesson, she was surprised how well it held its tune at the end. We are thankful that you can provide quality instruments at an affordable price for new students. It's nice to know parents like us don't always have to be "rich or infamous" to provide a fantastic violin for lessons for our children. Darren Chan

Dear Chris: I wanted to let you know that I have received the violins yesterday. I am happy with the quality of the instruments, as well as separate bow purchase. I appreciate you support for this round purchase. Thanks! - Jung

The violin arrived today and it's gorgeous and it has such a pretty tone. Thanks so very much. You do a very honest business. Sincerely, Lorrie Agan

Chris, The violin arrived yesterday. The whole family marveled at the visual beauty and craftsmanship. The tone of this violin is excellent! My son and I are extremely pleased with it. I was prepared for a little let-down.but instead was delighted. My son, James, says he can already play better. I know one thing.he sure sounds better. Thanks again and I hope to purchase from you again in the future. Mark Reece

Yes, yes the violin was received last Tuesday (week before), and I drove to to my daughter's house (8 hours) to hear her play it. FANTASTIC!! Such JOY! She is so happy, the violin is wonderful, thank you, thank you SO much! -Shelley

Hi Chris, Thank you for the violin. We received it a week ago and so far my daughter and my wife (she is a violin teacher) like it very much. The workmanship is excellent; sound is warm and noble. I think this is absolutely the best of what we could get for the money. Wishing you all the best in your business! Sincerely, Taras

Hello, The viola arrived last Thursday and it is beautiful! My daughter is thrilled to have such a wonderful instrument. The sound quality and tone are magnificent. I was a little skeptical to purchase an instrument unseen and "un-played", but this was well worth the risk. Thanks, Karen Higginbotham

Hi Chris :) The violin arrived today, a day earlier than expected. It is beautiful, and I thank you for your professional service throughout this transaction. In the future, when I am ready to move up to the next level, I will be purchasing from you again. Laurie

Hello, Thanks for your help in purchasing the Gems1 Antique Violin. It is truly a beautiful violin and the sound matchs its looks. Other students raved about the beauty as my daughter took it out of the case for the first time. She also commented that most of the other instruments had painted lines for purfling instead of inlaid like the Gems1. Another feature we liked about Violinslover.com, you see pictures of the instrument you are buying. I requested pictures from another site of the actual instrument I would receive and was told it would take too much time to photograph each and every instrument he sold. He said it was similar to the one shown on the web site. The last thing I must say to beginning students, "DON'T RENT!" Purchase a Gliga student instrument. The rental agreement at the local music store is not written for your benefit.. It's a no-win contract for you. Laura and Mitch Tripp

Morning Chris: I received the Gama on Wednesday - in more than perfect condition. Although it is not quite the colour I wanted - pictures always make things appear different - I LOVE IT! The girls in the mailroom here, couldn't believe how well it was packed. The Gama is perfect! You have made me a very happy Gliga customer. I am so glad that I didn't have to purchase one from the local dealer. Laurie Merrell

The violin finally arrived at 7:15 pm. I had called FedEx and they apologized for taking so long to deliver. It is the most beautiful violin in the world, without question. It is beautifully detailed, and the sound is fantastic. I am very very pleased, and will send ebay a feedback. My instructor is interested in a catalog if you have one available. She was most impressed. Thank you so very much for your quality workmanship and efficient servce. It is greatly appreciated.

Chris- I got the violin last night. It's absolutely beautiful!! It shipped without a problem and already sounds better than any other violin I've ever played. Thanks so very much!!!!!!!!

Hi there, I got the violin Thursday ... and I'm soooo happy with it. Your service is great and you're nice people to deal with; I've left positive feedback for you. Thank you and hope you continue to do well on ebay! best regards, deby Bolton

Chris - 16" GEMS workshop viola safely arrived yesterday. I find it to be a very satisfactory instrument. I adjusted it last night and found it very easy to adjust to really sweet sound. Fittings and finishing are all first rate. GEMS handicraft workshop is doing really superb work. I feel very comfortable recommending Gliga instruments to those looking for high quality and dependability. Starting now, I plan to upgrade as many of my students as possible to Gliga instruments and hope to buy a couple more from you very soon. I am very appreciative of your making these wonderful instruments available this way. My regards to you, Dale Elkiss

Hi Chris, Just a quick note to say THANK YOU - SO-O-O MUCH. My Violin came yesterday and I am just thrilled with the quality, sound and gorgeous antique finish - it's just beautiful!. I couldn't be happier - What a great value at such a reasonable price. Thanks for all the answers to my e-mails, too! Best Regards, Karen

Hey Chris. The cello showed up today. Looks fantastic! Thanks. By the way, tell your boss I am VERY impressed with your customer service. If there were more people like you around, it would be a much better place. Cheers, Neal.

Hello Chris All is very good. I am very pleased. Instrument is supplied fast and without damages. My professor has said, what is it very well made viola by an equal sound for the starting students. Good choice for the very low price. Thanks. Dmitri

Hello Chris, We here at Four strings violin shop are extremely please with the Gigla violin we purchased. We bought the Gems 1. The sound is very good and very nice tone!! I know our customer will be very happy. Look forward to doing business. Regards J.R.

Chris I just wanted to let you know that I received the 1/2 Professional Gama violin and am very happy with the sound and quality. An appraisal by a violin teacher confirmed this opinion. It was a pleasure doing business with you. Thanks again. Steve

I just received my Genial model that I purchased on Ebay. ...the workmanship and tone are fantastic. After tuning, I played a few licks, and it sounds better than anything I was shown at the local music stores at five times the price. If the school model sounds like this, the Maestro Gliga must have the voice of an angel. Joe W. Vann III

Chris, I received the viola yesterday, and my daughter is absolutely thrilled! What a beautiful instrument! Thank you for your prompt service. I left praise on ebay for you as well. Thank you for all of your help. Kim Priestley

Chris, Thank you very much for your violin. It is a excellent violin with beautiful sound! My wife and I are so pleased with your product for our son. I will leave positive feedback for you. Again thank you so much. Sincerely yours Yoshi Fujinami

Hello Chris, Everything worked out very well. The cello was a great surprise for my daughter. And I have to tell you that the instrument surpassed my expectations. It is an absolute masterpiece and the tonal quality is heavenly. I appreciate all that you have done. And, as you might have guessed by now, we will be keeping the cello. We wouldn't be able to part with it. Most sincerely, Bernie

Dear Chris: I violin arrived today in perfect shape. I have already showed it to the luthier her in town and to my son's violin teacher (one of the Suzuki instructors) they both loved the craftsmanship and the beautiful sound of the instrument. Thank you so much - we will be showing this instrument to everyone that is willing to see it. It was a great value - it is a very beautiful instrument. Regards- David

Hello, Yesterday I received the Gama Violin. It's beautiful, there was no damage and arrived in excellent condition. You can consider me another happy customer. As I look at it, I wonder what took me so long to decide to purchase it. Thanks Again, Vince Jackovich

Hi. I received the violin today. It is absolutely gorgeous!! Thanks for all the help. I will be back in the future when I need to move up! I have left positive feedback. Thanks again, Teresa (jk4fun)

Hello Chris, Well the violin arrived on time and in perfect order. The 7 day trial period has come and gone and I could not be happier. I have played it extensively and my instructor really put it through it's paces. As a professional player and teacher, he was extremely impressed with the sound and quality of the instrument. He said he now knows a reliable source to send his students to for their violins. What more can I say? I am completely satisfied. Thanks again for all the help and information before the purchase. Thanks again, Dan

Chris, Hi! I took the violin to my friend to look at. We did alot of comparing to other violins for sound and overall performance. It has a very sweet sound of which I really like. Thanks again for all of your help. I will definitely recommend your violins to those I come in contact with. Thanks again, Debbie

Hi Chris! My new violin arrived a few days ago,and I'm delighted! It's gorgeous to look at, to play, and to hear. I'm especially happy with the deep, mellow sounds of the D and G strings. These are the exact qualities I was looking for! This is the first new violin I've had, and it's a honey! The sound quality is already superb, and I'm excited to think it will get even better the more the instrument is played. I had family members over the day before yesterday,and they all agreed the violin sounds wonderful. I'm going to enjoy playing it for many years to come. Thanks not only for such a fine instrument, but for the excellent service as well. All the best, Carolyn Paulson

We've received the violin and it is wonderful! Thank you so much. I showed it to my daughters teacher and she was so impressed with it and how it really looked like a smaller version of a professional violin. Thanks again, Pam

Hi, Chris. I had been looking for a quality violin to replace my old one for quite some time. Your 7 day return policy took the worry out of ordering one over the internet. I am extremely pleased with the quality of craftsmanship and tone of this violin! Thank you for the fantastic violin, for making the transaction so quick and easy, and for an excellent packing job (I was concerned with having the violin shipped without a case). Sincerely, R. Craig Duncan

I really appreciate the level of service you people offer. You have been fantastic to work with. I have enthusiastically recommended you to several of the parents who are looking to upgrade their child's student instruments. I think the Gliga violins offer a great value that is not available in similarly priced instruments. Respectfully, Dave Rasmussen

Chris-- Fed Ex delivered my violin today. It is in perfect shape, thanks for the great packing job. The quality is superb, and the sound matches. Can't wait until it loosens up a bit, but it is very pleasing right out of the box. I will certainly recommend your instruments to anyone who wants a first class fiddle. I thought I was going to have to pay three times as much for an adequate instrument. I feel like I got a first rate violin. Sincerely, Shawn Lingo

Hello, I received the 1/8 Gliga Workshop Gems 1 Violin last week and am very pleased with the instrument. The craftsmanship is exquisite and I would definitely purchase from Gliga again. My sister who is a teacher at the Suzuki institute here in Seattle was also impressed. Thanks - love the violin, Nathanael

Chris, We received the violin yesterday in perfect condition. It is beautiful!! You really have some good pictures on your website, but a picture does not do this little fiddle justice. Dave

Greetings Chris, Just to let you know I have received the new Viola today and it is wonderful!!!! Everything is in great shape and I couldn't be happier. Thank-you so much. A beautiful instrument at an amazing price wow!!! I will be recommending you to all. Take Care Brad Sherry

Dear Chris, Thank you for your excellent customer service. Your attention to customer satisfaction is exceptional. Best regards. Peter Kwon

Hello, I recieved the violin today, and I'm very pleased with it....Thank you. Aaron

Greetings Chris, Just a quick note to let you know I have received the viola safe and sound today - thank-you for fast delivery. The first impression is great, sound is great. looking forward to hearing her song. I will be leaving you positive feedback soon. Brad T-Sherry

Just wanted to let you know that I received the viola on Friday. I absolutely love it! It is so beautiful and the sound is fabulous. Thanks you so much. I have left possitive feedback on your ebay account. Thanks again Melissa

Just a note to let you know that we got the violin today. We did not expect it so soon because it had just cleared customs. We did not know it was coming direct from Rumania. It really is beautiful and has a very nice tone. Thank you very much. We are very happy with it.

Chris: I received the viola, what a wonderful and gorgeous instrument. It has far exceded my expectacions and the price was incredible. It's the second instrument I buy from you and I know I'll buy more. One cannot go wrong buying from you guys. Your service has been superb. Keep up the good work! Alberto

Violin Lovers tracking number 045791024283366, arrived this morning. Our grandaughter is going to love this. The violin is beautiful, not a scratch. Everything is ok. Char10

Hi Chris A quick note to let you know that the viola arrived here today in England safe and sound. And no taxes charged! (big smile). I am absolutely 100% delighted with it. It is perfect in every way. It plays and sounds beautifully, the workmanship is superb, and it looks really stunning! What more could I ask? Excellent value for money in every way possible. Thank you so much! Best regards Rod

We received the Violin this past Friday. Thank you very much. It is everything that I was told and hoped it would be. My son Brian (age 11) is so excited and impressed with the tone that he plays it constantly. Again, thank you. I am proud to own suck a beautiful instrument. David Schippers

Hi, I wanted to tell you I really like the cello - it has both a beautiful sound and appearance. I took it to my cello teacher and luthier for their opinions. They both said the quality and craftsmanship were very good. thank you, liz

Hi Chris, Thank you for the violin - it is quite nice and my student loves it. Thank you for your prompt and kind service, Krishnabai

Chris - The 17.5" Gems 1 viola arrived yesterday. I let it stay in the box for the day to acclimate to the temperature here (it was 5 degrees F. here yesterday). The viola is very nice and I am very pleased with the quality of workmanship and sound. The large body produces a huge sound but very well balanced through the range. I think you have an excellent product and will not hesitate to recommend you to my students and colleagues. Thank you - Paul

I love the 1/4 Butterfly violin!!!!!!! My daughter will love it. She can't wait until BDAY. It has a great sound and is very easy to play. It is set up well. Most small violins are set up too high over the fingerboard. This is perfect. Thanks Cindy

Dear Chris, Sorry to have taken so long in getting back to you. The violin was recieved in good condition,my Daughter is very pleased with the instruments sound and appearance. She previously used a suzuki 3/4 which sounds dull compared to the school genial. Thank You for a great transaction and a great violin. Best Regards Roy Dudeck

Dear Chris; The 1/32 violin arrived in a very sound condition. It is realy a beautiful instrument but too small to try for me. Thank you very much for a very good item for my friend. Best regards, Takeshi Owa

Hi again Chris, I received it today. I really like it. It is not as loud as my professional violin, but fits me better and has artistic merit!! My students are going to be jealous. I have decided to buy the 1/4 butterfly violin. I want the one GC6398. It has more blue, pink and cream. I like the varnish and the way they are painted. The signature and booklet tops everything off. Nice fittings too. Thanks again Cynicalgem

Hi Chris, It's James Wang from Taiwan. I am very pleased to tell you that the violins are in good hands safe and sound. Very fast delivery and very careful packing indeed. And I am just as pleased to let you know about my impression of these two violins. Personally, I think they are very nice looking and sounding instruments made of quality material for very reasonable prices. And I particularly love the Antiqued 1/4 Professional GAMA violin, other than the very nice craftsmanship, I think it has a very good volume and potential for a violin such size. I think I will definitely do business with you again. That's why I left TWO POSITIVE FEEDBACKs on eBay just now. Many thanks from the other side of the earth. best regards James Wang

Hi Chris.. this is the second violin I have purchased from your store. These are wonderfully made instrutments! The sound is beautiful and you ship them with such care. Thank you! geetha

Chris, I love my bass! I had a local luthier set it up and put some Helicore strings on it, and it sounds and plays great. I would have expected to pay three to four times as much for a bass of this quality, thank you for helping me out. Thank you again, Ben.

Dear Chris, Here is a poem to the sound of the Maestro Violin The sound is liquid honey golden amber and dripping off of a spoon The sound is the New Mexico sunset at the moment the sun is half way below the horizon The sound is complicated and so amazingly forgiving it makes my modest skils seem polished and refined And the sound is just awakening I could also write the poem into sentences: The sound is beautiful. It reminds me of liquid honey, golden amber and dripping off of a spoon. The sound reminds me of the New Mexico sunset at the moment the sun is half was below the horizon. The sound is complicated and amazingly forgiving. It makes my modest skills seem polished and refined. The most wonderful part is that the sound is just awakening. I love it! Thank you and everyone who had anything to do with bringing this instrument into my life! Vanessa

Hi Chris, The viola just arrived! Its really really nice! Thanks for putting up such great pictures on your web site, and allowing customers a high resolution picture to look at and choose exactly the instrument they want. Those pics really give one an exact idea of what is to be expected. I'm an amateur cello player, and wanted to try a viola for something to learn, and this one is very nice. George Bradfute

Just wanted t let you know, that Santa Claus delivered the green leopard violin that we bought from you. Our little girl was thrilled and we are all impressed with the quality of the sound. It was money well spent and when she grows out of this one , I'll be contacting you for the peacock one ! Happy New Year . Colleen.

Chris, We like the cello you sent... Thanks for your patience in letting us see and hear the cello before committing to it. We find you to be nice people to do business with and will continue to recommend you to our musical friends. Happy New Year to you and your family. Sincerely, David Kendall

Chris The violin is wonderful! My son had his lesson today with a principle of our areas symphony. He thought very highly of the quality of the piece. Thank you for the opportunity to trial the instrument. Thanks again. Mark

Chris, I received the violin Monday. Both the appearance and sound of this violin are beautiful. I am sure I will enjoy this violin and am happy with my decision to purchase it. Thanks, Lori

Hi Chris, I was able to get my 7/8 violin today at the post office. I have only been able to spend part of the afternoon playing it and so far it is lovely. It will only sound more gracious with time. I am looking forward to playing it for many, many years. Thank you, teresa pfeifer

Hi: I recive the genial 1 cello yesterday and I love it is the most beautifull intrument I ever see amd have a exelent sound, thanks for your exelent service. regards, Cheimi^_^

I recieved my violin today, it's absolutely beautiful. It has a lovely captivating sound and the wood work is flawless, true craftsmenship. The only problem with the violin is I can't seem to put it down -- I've been playing it since I got it. Thanks forever, Des Jones.

Dear Chris, The violin arrived, and it's beautiful, sounds great, and we're waiting for her teacher to hear it. Again, Thanks for you company's Great violin and WONDERFUL SERVICE. God Blesses You, and The Owen Family

Dear Gliga Violins, The violin arrived today. It is very beautiful and its warm tone and rich sound amazed me. I will recommend you to anyone searching for a new violin. Thank You, Sheila Vierra

I'd like to thank you for your help with purchasing my Antiqued Cristian Gama Violin. Your courtesy and professionalism cannot surpass! The beauty of these creations are breathtaking, and I will cherish mine forever. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Sincerely, Alice J. Angwin

Dear Chris Just want to let you know that I received my 15.5 inch Antiqued Student Gems Viola today. What a wonderful instrument. It looks and plays beautifuly. I can't believe the exceptional quality for such a low price. Thanks so much and I look forward to doing business with you in the future. Sincerely Allan G. Lindsay

Dear Chris, The 1/10 violin that I purchased from you for my daughter arrived today -- I just want to let you know that we are very happy with it. It looks beautiful -- the flamed wood is so pretty. Her teacher agrees wholeheartedly! We are happily returning the rental and looking forward to listening to her play with pleasure on her new Gliga violin. She loves it so much she actually played it in the CAR on her way back from lessons today!) Thank you for your quick responses to my questions in the past -- we'll be back to purchase the 1/8 size from you when she is ready for it. Best Regards, Cornelia Pokrzywa

thanks a lot you are the best seller I know. I let you know wen I recive the cello

Just received the Viola.....it's absolutely beautiful....now I have to hide it until Christmas....thank you for sending it so quickly.....we will let you know how things go after Christmas when I give it to my son..... I can't wait to hear it, the instrument itself is beautiful but I'll bet it sounds even better. Thanks again.... Susan Vinson

Well, hello. It's been two lessons and scratchy to rather nice already! Thank you for a fine product. My daughter, Sydney, is delighted; her instructor and I are pleased as well. Her instructor took a quick look at it and replied "Well, we have a...actually a very nice little violin here." Everything arrived safely and I just wish more people could have seen Syd's face when she opened it up. Thanks for your prompt attention to e-mails and quick response on delivery. Sincerely, Lynn Schakel

Hi Chris, We gave Sandra her birthday present a little early. You should have seen her face. It was love at first sight!! She took the violin out of the case, tuned it( much easier to do than on her old violin), and started playing. Everyone in the family immediately heard the difference! What a nice violin! Not only was the sound better but it is beautiful.The antique oil finish is stunning! Thank you for the great service. I would recommend you and your company to anyone. When Sandra needs the next size up you can be sure it will come from Gliga!!! Feel free to use my email address for a reference any time! Thanks again!!! Bruce Berdick

i got my viola in the mail today. i'm still waiting for my bow from a different place, so i can't do anything but pluck yet. but, gosh, it is so pretty! i opened the box and took her out, and she's a much more beautiful instrument than i expected! she's in great shape. thank you so much!

Dear Chris, Just wanted to take a moment and Thank You for sending the Certificate of Authenticity for my daughter's Maestro Stradivari Cello, she was thrilled to receive it! We are very pleased with the instrument... the wonderful tone, beautiful craftsmanship, and fine detail, my daughter is enjoying her music now, more than ever. Keep up the good work! Sincerely, Dwight Vallely

We're keeping the 1/8 Professional. She said both violins were fine but she liked the warmer tone of the Professional. Chase just thinks the "stripes" are cool. Go figure. I knew I wasn't going to get out too cheap and satisfy everyone. I want to thank you again for all your help and how friendly you've been through all this violin shipping business. I will be talking to you in the spring (or when my daughter graduates to a 1/2 size). She LOVES her viola also. Thanks again so much. Much thanks, Shelly

Hi, I got the violin. It seems to be in excellent shape, the workmanship is extraordinary, and it is even more beautiful than the pictures. I've only had a little time to play it, but it already seems to be opening up, tonally, and it is very easy to play. I hope to begin performing with this instrument as soon as possible, and I'm even more excited to hear how it records. I should have an opportunity for that in the near future. If so, I'll try to send you a sample recording. Thanks for your kind and thorough service. It is a pleasure working with Violinslover. John Parrott

Hi Chris. Lindsay loves her 3/4 professional and gets comments on how beautiful it sounds all the time. She is playing in the youth symphony and we will probably buy a Maestro next year. Jerry

Chris, I recieved the violin (antiquedd 4/4 workshop gems 1) and am so very pleased with it. The work is beautiful and so is the sound. I think I got a great deal. There are 4 professional string teachers in my immediate family and will pass the word around to all our students. Thanks again, Sharon M. Gerber

Hello Chris, The violin arrived safely last night. I am very impressed with the sound and workmanship, especially the sound which can only get better with age and playing. All I did was tune it and started playing. I haven't been able to stop playing much since. Thanks again, Tom

Dear Chris: The viola arrived Saturday in perfect condition. My daughter is thrilled with it. Thank you very much for sending it so quickly and we enjoyed doing business with you. Betty Woodward

Hi Chris. I just wanted to write to let you know that I'm very happy with the violin you selected. The timbre is as I requested and my violinist friends have been impressed with the tone and quality. Nice bow too! I've told a lot of people about you, including a fellow who teaches a string bass class in Minneapolis. Hope you get some business. Regards, Gary

Hello, Chris, The violin arrived safely today, and I am just delighted! Not only is it beautifully made and finished, the sound is wonderful! I feel I made a very fine choice, and I thank you for your help in that decision. Thanks again for everything! I know I will enjoy this violin for many many years to come! Best regards, Sue

Hi Chris, I received the violin today. I am quite happy with it. Hope we'll do business again. Thanks very much, Sam

My angel workshop violin arrived today. It is wonderfully made and sounds even better than it looks. I thank you for your prompt shipping. Michele Rabushka Lysik

Dear Chris, Thank you for such great service! The viola, ebay #1467341795, arrived this afternoon is fine condition. I am very pleased with the tone, beauty, and craftsmanship of the instrument so far during this trial period. Andrew Simons

Hi,Chris: I'v got your wonderful GLIGA Violin last week. Thank you very much. Best regards, Akira TONOE

Hello Chris; I received the violin last Friday in excellent condition . I am very pleased. As with all my instruments, they've been given names. This one because its very beautiful and elegant must be a lady. We've named her JENICA. She has a very strong and rich tone of equal quality from low note to high . She resonates quickly with excellent volume... I had been in contact with many dealers and I had played many different violins, the reason I chose to deal with you is because you had all the right answers for my many questions... Five Stars for your professionalism and knowledge of your product. Excellent pricing as well. Once again, I'm very pleased, and I think my violin purchasing is complete for a long time yet to come. I would recommend your services with high regard. Mike

The violin arrived yesterday. It truly is a beautiful instrument, and the sound is wonderfull, especially for the money. I know that I will consider you first when it is time to upgrade to another violin. Thank you again for great deal on a very nice instrument. God Bless You, Dennis

Received the 1/2 antiqued violin today and am very pleased with the quality for a small violin. I think I do prefer the antiqued look. Thanks again for excellent packaging.... Debbi Gerdt

Our Genial violin arrived in safe condition last week on Tuesday as promised. We want to thank you for your help and superb customer service. When we need to upgrade, we intend to purchase from Violins Lover. Best regards, Tom & Ruth Stockard

Yesterday my wife and I ordered a Genial II outfit from Violins Lover. We have no experience with violins, but I had heard some good things about Gliga violins from searching the Internet. We had seen some lesser priced outfits from other manufacturers, but decided to spend a little more on a Gliga after visiting your website. My wife said that you had approved for the shipment to include the case, bow and rosin. We were delightfully surprised by your kind gesture, and thank you very much for your great customer service! We would be happy to tell others interested in purchasing a violin about Violins Lover. Sincerely, Tom Stockard

My wife and I want to thank you very much for your service and efforts to help us with the purchase of the Genial II today. We know that we have a trusted company that we can look to when we, or our friends, need to purchase violins and accessories. Violins Lovers has treated us with thoughtfulness and caring, and for that we are grateful. Sincerely, Tom & Ruth Stockard

Thank you once again for excellent service. I'm happy once again to have the fortune to deal with you. I know that it can be a real hassle shipping to customers outside of the U.S.A. due to longer delivery time, and exchange rates and I sincerely appreciate all of your patience and understanding. I'm now the proud owner of two Gliga violas, and a new violin on the way. I think that these instruments are beautifully made, and have a very distinctive and wonderful sound and character. I spread the word to all my colleagues, and I wish you many, many years of success! Thanks again, Sean

My son is very proud of his new instrument. His teacher told her orchestra class that a nice instrument would be nicely flamed and asked James to hold his violin up so everyone could see. The luthier played our violin and he said we had a nice one, beautiful craftsmanship. Thanks once again, Cynthia and James Gilbert and Don and Ann Reeves

I have played many instruments of this size and none of them have had a tone like this viola. The price for the viola still shocks me to this day. Thanks for making instruments of this quality so affordable. Thank You, Anthony Zapata

I just wanted to inform you that the St. Florian Statue Arrived yesterday. I think its the best piece of artwork I 've seen on Florian, The craftsmanship is excellent! You cannot find a piece like this on the east coast, this is truly a find and will be a valuable piece to my fireman collection. The packageing was very sound when it arrived. This probably one of the best item I bought on ebay... I am so impressed with this piece. Thank You for an easy and fast transaction. I will leave a positive feedback on your account with Ebay. Walt

I wanted to let you know that we received our viola today. The whole family was delighted with its beauty. We immediately took it to my daughter's teacher who played it wonderfully. She then played the instrument we have been renting for a year to compare the two. She commented that the instrument we purchased from you is superior and that we should be very happy. We are. Thank you very much. Sean Walker

We got the violin today. It is handsome & plays beautifully! Thank you for a Nice transaction & a Wonderful violin! Geneaux

Hi Chris, My viola arrived! Once again I'm very pleased with the quality and service. It was packed very carefully, and it sounds great. I will definately purchase another Gliga instrument in the future. Thank you once again! Sean

Hi Chris, The violin is wonderful - it's beautiful and we are thrilled with it's tone!! You have been great to work with, your customer service is the best I've seen in a long time. Thanks Again, Karen

Hello Chris! Today, I've receive the beautiful viola. I am very happy! The instrument is wonderful! Thanks for all and greetings. Jesus Zaragoza, Spain

My workshop viola is wonderful, it has a not too warm, not too bright but deeply resonating in sound. It is sturdy, beautiful to look at, and should last me a long note-filled lifetime. Thank you for being prompt and courteous. I left you some praise feedback. Trista

We received the little 1/10 violin yesterday, and are delighted with it. It has a lovely big sound for such a little instrument, and my daughter hasn't let it out of her hands all morning. Thanks! Heather Jones

I want to add my personal testimonial to the many others you have already received from other happy customers. First of all, the quality of the violins I have purchased from you is wonderful--the workmanship, attention to detail and the finish are superb. The sound is excellent. Second, the professionalism exhibited by you in the conduct of the sales has been without equal. I will proudly display the fine instruments I have purchased from you and will enthusiastically encourage others to seek you out for their purchases. Sincerely, W K Walden

We received our violin several days ago and my daughter was very pleased with it as well as I. It is a very beautiful instrument and my daughter loves it. Thank you again. T.Babb

Thank you for the instrument. I am very impressed with the instrument. It has the looks of a profession viola, which is a great motivation for me to practice. Even though the sound is deserving of its price, it does have a mellow, warm tone to it. I am a music teacher whose main instrument is the cello, I needed a viola to practice my upper string techniques, and I am very please with this model, especially with the money I paid for! Mark

You are the best! I am astounded by the quality of your customer care. It's a great pleasure to do business with you... Thanks again, - Bart

I received the violin today. It has a very nice balanced full tone for a violin of its size. Its dynamic and tonal range is very good also. I have been impressed with the violin and your customer service. Thank you very much. Peter

got the violins today and they look real nice. My girls already left on their trip, but I'm sure they'll like it. Jim

The new violin arrived today, it's lovely and has a nice sound too. Thanks so much for upgrading the size for us, I know my daughter will really enjoy playing this instrument when she graduates to it. If you have the time in the future, could you tell me what are the main differences between all the different levels of violins that you sell? They all seems to be made of the same basic materials but I know there is more than just materials in a violin. I am considering buying one for myself in the future, so I can learn also. Thanks! Kathy

Received the viola today. Thank you again. My daughter practiced for 3 hours today. Needless to say we all love it. It's very pretty. I'm sure her music teacher will like it as well. It has been a pleasure doing business with you. I will be recommending you to my friends. Thanks much, Christy Baker

We received the Violin and Case yesterday. It's a beautiful instrument with a fine tone, and my son is very excited. It turns out that his teacher just purchased a Gliga Violin for her daughter, which made him even happier. Thanks, Don

I wanted to write to personally let you know how happy I am with the violin I purchased. I was looking for a decent 'mid-level' violin and expected to pay $1000-$1500. When I came across your website, I decided to take a chance and purchase the instrument... What I received was a very beautiful instrument, with a great sound that I'm sure will get even better over time... for much less money than I had planned to spend. I took the violin into the shop of a luthier here in Boston, someone who has NEVER approved of anything I've purchased (and there have been some expensive violins...). He instantly recognized it as a Gliga, set the soundpost, and played it for the next 20 minutes. When he asked me what I paid for it, he just smiled and shook his head and gave me a big 'thumbs up.' It's good to know that there is quality workmanship that comes from people who care about their customers. When my daughter moves to her next violin (in about six months), you can bet I'll be back. Thank you, -brian

My workshop viola is wonderful, it has a not too warm, not too bright but deeply resonating in sound. It is sturdy, beautiful to look at, and should last me a long note-filled lifetime. thank you for being prompt and courteous. I left you some praise feedback. take care, Trista

The cello has arrived! It arrived in perfect condition, and it is absolutely beautiful. We set it up, and Tom (the family member who is getting it) played it. It has a most beautiful sound, equal to instruments much more expensive. We are very pleased with the cello, with your service. The packing was done very well! Thanks! We will be repeat customers! Michael E. Whitmore, M.D.

I did get the violins; they came while I was at Scout camp. These are also very nice violins, I'm sure when I take them to the folks actually buying them, that they will be as pleased as before. I am also going to show them to our violin teacher today. She is going to be getting her own son a 1/10 size in the next year, depending on how fast he grows, and I think she'll like these better than the standard Suzuki she's been using with most students. Maybe we'll be buying another. I've been pleased doing business with you. If you ever have a need to give a reference for another customer, I would be glad to let them know not only the quality of your instruments, but also the terrific and pleasant service. In Christ's Name, Evelyn Allen

just wanted to let you know that the violin arrived today. You packaged it very well. It is the most beautiful violin I have ever seen. It well excedes my expectations and although I haven't tuned it I ran the bow across the strings and got a terrific tone. I am very pleased with the service I recieved as well as the quality of the instrument. Thanks Again! Mary West

The violin arrived here today. I will be leaving feedback on Ebay, but I want to give you a 'first impression'. As soon as I lifted the bubble wrapped violin from the box, I knew that I would simply love this instrument. The weight is really very wonderful. Your photography is quite good on your website, but nothing compared to the real thing. This instrument, what can I say, is simply beautiful. The detailing is indescribable. The sound? Even though I have only been able to spend about 1 hour so far with this instrument, I can tell you that it is a 'diamond in the rough'. Delicate and dark is such a perfect description. I can't wait until I have fully awakened this instrument because I believe that her voice is very beautiful indeed. I am not an expert with violins, but I know what I like. I took this violin, immediately to my friend who is quite a good musician. He played a few tunes and was thoroughly delighted. He looked very closely at everything and, like me, was very happy with everything that he saw. Certainly he agrees with me that this violin will make many public appearances. You have made a friend, a fan, and a loyal customer in Nebraska. I am delighted to send people to your commercial website in search of violins that I am confident they will adore. With very warm regards, Russell D. Houlden

I am looking forward to our next business transaction because you have made this one a pleasant experience all and all. You are first class in my book. I will leave excellent feed back for you on eBay. all the best to you and yours sincerely, Gene Belote

I just wanted to let you know that the violin made it here safe and sound. I have to tell you that I got very little housework done today because I was playing the violin almost all day long. ... But what a nice instrument. I am enjoying it, it is just the right size for me. It feels very good to play and it is soooooo beautiful to look at. I need to spend a couple more days with it to be sure we're meant for each other, although I have to tell you I don't think you'll be seeing this little violin again. Thank you for everything, I appreciate the great service I've received so far. I think your price is so extremely reasonable as well. I'll be in touch in the next couple of days. Beth

I have received the 16" viola in perfect condition several weeks ago. After playing it for numerous hours I am very pleased with the quality of sound and its appearance. I will be a happy repeat customer. It is great doing business with a reputable firm on ebay. Thanks Dave Cziraki

I just received viola 0575 today. You were right! It is such a warm sounding viola! ... Thanks so much for the help. I'll be sure to recommend you to my other viola hunting friends. Adrienne

Hello once again, Chris. I wanted to let you know that my instructor checked out the violin last night and was very pleased. He seems to think that the violin has a good sound and believes that it will do nothing but improve. He definitely likes the appearance of it! Thanks again for your help and patience with me! Sincerely, Stacy

I received my viola today. I am in love with the instrument. The workmanship is beautiful...and it sounds amazing. I'm going to play it at rehearsal this evening. I'll be sure to show it off to all the other musicians. I'm very, very pleased. Thank you very much. I'll leave feedback for you on ebay! Thanks again, Sean

The viola was shipped today. I am extremely happy with the workmanship, it is beautiful. I don't know how to judge the tone, I don't know anything about viola's. It seems fine, and has nice volume. My daughter has been playing it since I gave it to her and that was two hours ago. She is happy and so am I. I would like to express my gratitude once again, it was a pleasure to do business with you. Thanks again. we are both extremely happy. Sincerely, Dave Kirchner

We received the bow. My daughter is going to take it to her teacher on Thursday ... We all love the violin. It looks and plays very nice. I will recommend Gliga's to anyone who asks about it and forward your name to them. Jerry

I am very very happy with this violin it has a lively bright sound and I definatly got my money's worth. In a year or two I may contact you again about getting my other daughter a Gliga violin. Thank you so much! Tamara

Today I received the European antiqued workshop violin. It's very nice violin and I like it very much. In Japan we can't buy good violins like this at this price. I appreciate your excellent work. I'm very happy. Michinari Nagai

The carving arrived safe and sound. It's very nice. Thanks! Jim

... Also, maybe it's just my ears,but my viola seems to really be opening up the more I play it. My wife who is a professional musician is amazed at the powerful, yet beautiful sound produced by this instrument. I tell her it is indeed a wonderful instrument,but who is playing it makes all the difference in the world. Thanks again, Fred

Thanks for sending us the violin quickly. Our daughter was able to play for her instructors yesterday and they both have approved of the instrument. We wish you the best of success in your business and will contact you again for any future needs. Dave

I received my viola this afternoon. ... I wish that I had won this viola on eBay. That way I could have given you positive feedback. Wow, what an instrument! There is no comparison between this viola and what is available in this area. The workmanship is perfect, and the finish is flawless. The tone is remarkable for an instrument this young. Thank you very much for selling me such a remarkable instrument, and at such a remarkable price. I am sure that with time this viola will only appreciate in value, and give many people joy in the hearing of it. Again, thank you very much. Best regards, Richard "Fred" Kronenberg

I am writing to inform you that I have received the violin...I thank you for the care you took in packing it. The time you must have spent truly shows that you care about your customers. The violin is perfect. Thank you for your time and consideration. Michael Primrose P.S. We have left positive feedback in your file...

Thank you on your response. ... I had but little time to play my violin, and here are my first impressions. Parisian dressed Dame with Gipsy soul. Lot more Del Gesu than Strad. Dark, deep and mellow. Very powerful but lucking finesse and brilliance. ... Violin is superb value, definite keeper. I believe that my Gipsy might become a Lady. Best regards, Sasha.

Just to let you know that the "tiny" violin was received and everyone is happy with it. Thanks for your quick response and shipping.

I received the violin and my daughter simply loves it. I intend to complete the purchase. Charlie

The violin has arrived and we are very happy with it. We are in the process of setting up a violin rental business an had seen the Gliga website. It was nice to purchase a "sample" of what they make. We are in the process of repairing and setting up a number of old violins for rental but will also be purchasing some new instruments, mostly in fractional sizes. As you appear to be a distributor for Gliga Workshop we would be interested in receiving information on all that you offer for sale. Thanks, The Smith Family

This is good!! It sounds beautiful. The violin maker new the Gliga as soon as we took it out of the case. He spoke of the very deeply carved scroll and how this bold statement is a signature of the Gliga line. He assured us (as we already knew) that this is a very fine European instrument. Hope we keep in contact in the future. Your friends, Carl & Faye Skelonis

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I just received the viola. That was fast! I have spent the last hour or so playing the instrument. Just for a frame of reference, I am a flutist, but I currently play viola in a community orchestra ... When I first heard about the student Gems, I was very interested in them because I also teach music in the Fontana Unified School District. I am always on the lookout for better instruments that my students can afford. Like all of the Gligas that I have seen, this viola is made well for the price. I like the sound. It's warm and sweet sounding. I would be very pleased if my students came in with instruments like this. Thanks. Carlton