Virtual 2020 Annual Convention of The Violin Society of America Event Schedule Wed, Nov 11, 2020
8:50am
A Year of Firsts 8:50am - 8:55am, Nov 11
Meeting/Reception Oberlin Track 1 Track 2
8:55am
Jason Starkie Cameo 8:55am - 9:00am, Nov 11
Meeting/Reception Oberlin Track 1 Track 2
9:00am
Digital Amati: Software for Francois Denis' Traite de Lutherie; a tutorial by Harry Mairson 9:00am - 4:00pm, Nov 11
Track 1
This online workshop, to run for the better part of a day, is devoted to understanding the basic ideas of Euclidean, geometric drawing of stringed instrument forms, inspired by François Denis’s remarkable book, Traité de Lutherie: the Violin and the Art of Measurement. Denis’s book contains drawing directions for seven canonical models. These directions comprise an informal kind of computer code, which I’ve formalized as real code. This enables makers to render, adjust, and re-render variations of design, using a computer. Course participants will get an introduction to how to use the software I’ve put together (a kind of domain-specific programming language) to do these kinds of drawings. Zoom Password: 928605
Speaker
Harry Mairson
Thu, Nov 12, 2020
8:50am
Can't Wait to Set The Stage 8:50am - 8:55am, Nov 12
Meeting/Reception Oberlin Track 1 Track 2
9:30am
Oberlin Acoustics Workshop: Jim Woodhouse: The state of the art in violin acoustics (Sponsored by D'Addario) 9:30am - 10:30am, Nov 12
Oberlin
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87384884943 The talk will present a brief survey of the three main areas of violin acoustics: behaviour of the instrument body, the mechanics of bowing a string leading to questions of playability, and psychoacoustical investigations into the perception of violin sound and quality by players and listeners. All three areas have deep roots back into the 19th century, but all have seen significant developments in recent years.
Speaker
Jim Woodhouse Professor, University of Cambridge
10:40am
Broad Intro for Acoustics 10:40am - 10:45am, Nov 12
10:45am
Oberlin Acoustics Workshop: Sam Zygmuntowicz - Snapshots of sound (Sponsored by D'Addario) 10:45am - 11:45am, Nov 12
Oberlin
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87384884943
Alternate analysis of real played notes, to explore timbre, dynamics and transients.
Speaker
Sam Zygmuntowicz VSA
12:00pm
Oberlin Acoustics Workshop: Joseph Curtin: The search for an objective definition of violin quality (Sponsored by D'Addario) 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Nov 12
Oberlin
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87384884943
A long-held dream of violin research is to find a measurement capable of separating “good” violins from “bad.” All kinds of researchers have made all sorts of measurements – and drawn all manner of conclusions. And yet the goal has proven remarkably elusive. This presentation considers what we’ve learned along the way, describes a recent paradigm shift in the field, and asks whether the whole enterprise may be quixotic.
Speaker
Joseph Curtin Joseph Curtin Studios 1:00pm
International Greetings! Cameo check-in 1:00pm - 1:05pm, Nov 12
Meeting/Reception Oberlin Track 1 Track 2
1:15pm
Oberlin Acoustics Workshop: Claudia Fritz: Some results of a series of listening tests about projection (Sponsored by D'Addario) 1:15pm - 2:15pm, Nov 12
Oberlin
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87384884943
Though our now well known Paris and New-York experiments have shown that new violins can be as good (and even better) as Old Italians in terms of projection, projection still remains an intriguing concept, perceptually as well as acoustically. A series of listening tests (which mainly took place during the Oberlin Acoustics workshop) have been designed to explore further what projection is, and its relationships with other perceptual attributes like richness, brightness and loudness.
Speaker
Claudia Fritz Researcher, Sorbonne University
Fri, Nov 13, 2020
9:00am
Oberlin Acoustics Workshop: Colin Gough: From free plates to assembled violin (Sponsored by D'Addario) 9:00am - 10:00am, Nov 13
Oberlin
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81253685738
We trace the behavior and evolution of the violin free plate modes as we gradually add additional elements such as the back, ribs, f-holes, soundpost, bass-bar, and bridge. We pay particular attention to how the modes of the violin body without the soundpost and bass bar, which we call the basis modes, contribute to the modes of the complete assembled violin, and the role of the bass bar and offset sound post. We also make some observations on the effects of archings on the free plate and assembled violin modes.
Speaker
Colin Gough 178, School of Physics and Astronomy, University of Birmingham
1 Subsessions
Pablo Alfaro Introduction 9:00am - 9:05am, Nov 13 10:15am
Oberlin Acoustics Workshop: George Stoppani: Exploring violin plates as 3 region systems (Sponsored by D'Addario) 10:15am - 11:15am, Nov 13
Oberlin
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81253685738
We are all familiar with plate tuning and some of the modes where the plate is freely suspended. However, when the edges are constrained, more like for an assembled instrument, we see a different set of modes and behaviours that were not previously known. The sensitivities to thinning of the regions raises questions about graduation strategies that we have perhaps taken for granted.
Speaker
George Stoppani
1 Subsessions
Wyatt is kickin' it in Chicago 10:15am - 10:20am, Nov 13
11:30am
VSA Virtual Luncheon Event: Marilyn Wallin 11:30am - 12:15pm, Nov 13
Oberlin
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81253685738
Speaker
Marilyn Wallin Owner, Marilyn Wallin, violin maker
12:30pm
Oberlin Acoustics Workshop: Thomas Nania: Archtop Guitar Dynamics (Sponsored by D'Addario) 12:30pm - 1:30pm, Nov 13
Oberlin
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81253685738
An overview of the history of the archtop guitar and in-depth discussion on the eigenmodes and corresponding eigenfrequencies of the archtop guitar. This body of work depicts the vibratory behavior of the archtop guitar top-plate and corpus throughout its build process.
Speaker Thomas Nania House of Luthiery
1 Subsessions
Sarah Peck Checking in! 12:30pm - 12:35pm, Nov 13
1:45pm
Oberlin Acoustics Workshop: Evan Davis: What about the Cello? (Sponsored by D'Addario) 1:45pm - 2:45pm, Nov 13
Oberlin
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81253685738
The cello is not a large violin. However, the study of the cello has been heavily influenced the tools, methods and language developed in the study of the violin for better or worse. Come along on a guided tour of the investigations of the acoustics of the cello being done at the Oberlin Violin Acoustics Workshop.
Speaker
Evan Davis
Sat, Nov 14, 2020
7:00am
Joe Joyner Video! 7:00am - 7:00am, Nov 14
Meeting/Reception Oberlin Track 1 Track 2
8:00am
Holly Piccoli! 8:00am - 8:00am, Nov 14
Meeting/Reception Oberlin Track 1 Track 2
10:30am
Rob Juzek: Metropolitan Music History and Lessons Learned 10:30am - 11:00am, Nov 14
Track 1
Speaker
Rob Juzek Lori Kirr: International Violin History and Lessons Learned 10:30am - 11:00am, Nov 14
Track 2
Speaker
Lori Kirr International Violin Company
11:15am
Carlo Chiesa - Milanese Making, 1650-1850 11:15am - 11:45am, Nov 14
Track 1
While in Cremona the best violin makers flourished, a little distance away, in Milano, some skilled luthiers were also at work. But they never reached the success of the most illustrious workshops, and are often still considered of the second class. We’ll explore the history of violin makers in Milano from the Grancinos to Giacomo Rivolta, pointing our attention to some enlightening or curious stories.
Speaker
Carlo Chiesa violin maker
1 Subsessions
Pablo Alfaro, wrong Conference Cameo! 11:15am - 11:20am, Nov 14
Matt Wehling - The Impact of Voirin 11:15am - 11:45am, Nov 14
Track 2
Award winning bowmaker Matt Wehling will discuss the large role the somewhat overlooked master FN Voirin (1833-1885) played in altering the bow to fit modernizing clients’ needs in the 1870’s, and how those modifications are still in use today through the enormous popularity of Sartory’s bows. To show how Voirin changed the bow, Matt will first briefly describe what the earlier bows of Tourte and Peccatte were like, the changes made by Voirin, then the effects of these changes on the subsequent bows of Lamy and Sartory. Variations in aesthetics, tone, graduations, camber and playability will be discussed. This lecture is aimed not just at the bow aficionado, but also people who are violin enthusiasts looking for a good first lecture on how the bow progressed by looking at the work of these 5 makers (though the emphasis will be on Voirin).
Speaker Matt Wehling VSA
1 Subsessions
Introduction with Matt Wehling 11:15am - 11:25am, Nov 14
11:45am
Members Luncheon, Board Election and Omo LIVE! 11:45am - 1:00pm, Nov 14
Meeting/Reception
Speaker
Marilyn Wallin Owner, Marilyn Wallin, violin maker
1 Subsessions
Greetings from International! Be sure to check vendor room and thanks to our sponsors! 11:45am - 11:50am, Nov 14
12:00pm
Ahhh, working from home with Ryan McLaughlin 12:00pm - 12:05pm, Nov 14
Meeting/Reception Oberlin Track 1 Track 2
1:00pm
Bettina Hoffmann and Timothy G. Johnson - A Conversation About the Viol - It's History, Making and Place in Contemporary Culture 1:00pm - 1:30pm, Nov 14
Track 1
Speakers
Bettina Hoffmann
Timothy Johnson
1 Subsessions
Pablo is here to introduce our next presentation 1:00pm - 1:00pm, Nov 14
Joshua Beyer and Jean-Philippe Echard - The Stradavari La Clapisson Pochette 1:00pm - 1:30pm, Nov 14
Track 2
Since 1861, in the French National Collection of Musical Instruments, there has been a one-of-a-kind small violin-type specimen built by Antonio Stradivari, known as the 'Clapisson'. In this presentation we will examine its current condition, sharing thoughts on its construction and subsequent restoration efforts. We will also discuss its provenance and possible place in musical history.
Speakers
Josh Beyer Beyer Lutherie
Jean-Philippe Échard musée de la Musique, Paris, France
1 Subsessions
It's Never Safe to work... with Ryan McLaughlin 1:00pm - 1:05pm, Nov 14
2:00pm
Alex Weidner - Howard Core History and Lessons Learned 2:00pm - 2:30pm, Nov 14
Track 1
Speaker
Alex Weidner President , Howard Core Company
Regional Associations Panel 2:00pm - 2:30pm, Nov 14
Track 2
Speakers
David Chandler Southern Violin Association Peter Lynch Peter Lynh Violins
Maya Smith Luthier, Strait Music Company
Pablo Alfaro President , Alfaro Violins, LLC
Joseph Curtin Joseph Curtin Studios
3:00pm
Gregg Alf - Recent Research on the Stradivari Messiah 3:00pm - 3:30pm, Nov 14
Track 1
Speaker
Gregg Alf Alf Studios
1 Subsessions
International Violin Company Baltimore checking in! 3:00pm - 3:05pm, Nov 14
4:00pm
Dee from GEWA! Checking in!! 4:00pm - 4:00pm, Nov 14
Meeting/Reception Oberlin Track 1 Track 2
The New National Music Museum - An Update on Facilities and Future Exhibits 4:00pm - 4:00pm, Nov 14
A live tour of the National Music Museum.
Speaker
Arian Sheets National Music Museum Sun, Nov 15, 2020
9:30am
Jake Connolly: Connolly History and Lessons Learned 9:30am - 10:00am, Nov 15
Track 1
Speaker
Jake Connolly Connolly Music
Xia Jin: GEWA History and Lessons Learned 9:30am - 10:00am, Nov 15
Track 2
Speaker
Xia Jin
1 Subsessions
Dee hey, hey, hey! A few notes from Dee 9:30am - 9:35am, Nov 15
10:30am
Lutherie in the Age of Covid: What Other Economic Hard Times Tell Us Luthiers and Archetiers Might Expect 10:30am - 11:30am, Nov 15
Track 1
Speaker
Philip Kass
1 Subsessions
Sandrin Lhermenier Archetière checking in from Canada! 10:30am - 10:35am, Nov 15
11:15am Benjamin Hebbert - Northern European Violin Makers in the Time of the Amatis (Sponsored by Connolly Music) 11:15am - 11:45am, Nov 15
Track 1
Please use this link to read Part 1 of this presentation:
https://violinsandviolinists.com/2020/10/19/violin-making-in-northern-europe-in-the-time-of-the-amatis- part-1/
Speaker
Ben Hebbert Il Maestro, Benjamin Hebbert Violins
John Alberti - Innovation in Tool Design 11:15am - 11:45am, Nov 15
Track 2
Speaker
John Alberti Alberti Design
1 Subsessions
Sandrin Lhermenier Archetière checking in! 11:15am - 11:15am, Nov 15
11:45am
Fine Instruments Exhibit: Past and Future –A Conversation with Bruno Price and Colin Maki 11:45am - 1:00pm, Nov 15
Track 1
Speakers
Bruno Price 213, Rare Violins of New York
Colin Maki 290, Colin Maki, Inc.
1:00pm
Jerry Lynn - The Use of CNC in Restoration 1:00pm - 1:30pm, Nov 15
Track 1
Speaker
Jerry Lynn Owner/ Bench Monkey, JHL Violins, LLC
Pre-recorded Presentation only with: Daniel Jobe and Alan Friedman, FKCO - Essential Tools for String Businesses 1:00pm - 1:30pm, Nov 15
Track 2
Speakers
Daniel Jobe FKCO - Friedman Kannenberg and Company
Alan Friedman FKCO - Friedman Kannenberg and Company
2:00pm
Constructing the Future: Alternative Material Development and Implementation in Violin and Bow Making Panel 2:00pm - 2:30pm, Nov 15
Track 1
Speakers
Rodney Mohr owner, learning Trade Secrets
Boris Haug Wilhelm Geigenbau
Pascal Henzi Neo-Ebene Sarl
John-Eric Traelnes Neo-Ebene Sarl Robert McIntosh - Setting A Bass Neck Using A Laser, A Router and A Table Saw 2:00pm - 2:30pm, Nov 15
Track 2
Speaker
Robert McIntosh
3:00pm
Edwin Halloran - Using Photography to Reproduce F-holes 3:00pm - 3:30pm, Nov 15
Track 1
Speaker
Edwin Halloran
5:00pm
Closing Party: Gathertown! Sponsored by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management 5:00pm - 6:00pm, Nov 15
Meeting/Reception
Here's the party link: https://gather.town/app/yJETU1jq3ifAuWgl/My%20Home%20Space
Grab a drink and an avatar and come hang out with your fellow maker!
7:00pm
OMO Event! 7:00pm - 7:00pm, Nov 15
Track 1
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