As a drummer, Dan Parker works to keep the beat. As president of a place called CIOMIT, he's part of a rhythm dating back seven years. "We continue year after year because we see the rewards that come ...

As a boy, Al Schahn knew that the handmade violins his “papa” created made a distinct sound. Now 88 years old, Schahn began patiently restoring musical instruments last year and has since refurbished ...

Although I have often relished the tender melody of the violin, it wasn’t until I met Mathias Menanteau that I realized the endless passion and mastery necessary for its creation. Sign up here. French ...

Regardless of what’s on stage, the Denfeld auditorium is a show of its own. And waiting in the wings of the historic space is an instrument that hasn’t been played in decades: a Kilgen organ. “So a ...

In the wake of the Los Angeles fires, the Santa Ynez-based nonprofit Artist Advocacy Foundation (AAF) knew it wanted to help, but wasn’t sure how. Then, the group was contacted by a musician who lives ...

A local organization held its second drive to provide instruments to young musicians. “Violins of Hope” hosted the drive and they asked people to donate their instruments. The drive was held at the ...

Dealing with the mechanics of things has always come naturally for Anthony Bigham, from rebuilding engines to restoring cars. But, that’s child’s play compared to restoring musical instruments, he ...