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Our shop doorway
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Francis Morris Violins, Inc., is located outside Great Barrington, MA, in the southwestern Berkshires. We are only a short scenic drive from urban centers such as Albany, NY, Hartford, CT, and Springfield, MA. Please see our Location page for directions and a map.
We are open by appointment only.
In addition, we keep an office in Albany, NY, at 1510 Central Ave. for your convenience in meeting with us about your instruments. While Francis is there only on alternate Tuesday and Thursday evenings by appointment, the office is available for you for drop off and pick up during normal business hours.
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Francis Morris is a 1974 graduate of the world-reknowned violinmaking school in Mittenwald, Germany. Subsequently he worked with Fritz Baumgartner in Basel, Switzerland, and at the shops of Hans Weisshar and Robert Cauer in Los Angeles. Since opening his own shop in the Berkshires in 1984, he has provided his customers with high quality instrument service in a rural setting. He has also continued his career as an instrument maker, producing numerous violins, violas and cellos, recently winning an award at the 2002 competition of the prestigous Violin Society of America. Please see the page about Francis Morris's instruments. Francis Morris is a member of the American Ferderation of Violin and Bow Makers, and of the Violin Society of America. |
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Francis Morris with the body of an 18th century Gagliano cello
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The Staff at Francis Morris Violins look forward to helping you with your stringed instrument needs. Instrument repairs and adjustments are performed by technicians who are trained and supervised by Mr. Morris. When purchasing an instrument or bow, you can anticipate professional assistance in evaluating the available inventory to match the qualities you seek. And our office staff are friendly, knowledgeable and attentive to your requirements. |
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Francis Morris Violins, 65 Pumpkin Hollow Rd, Great Barrington, MA 01230
413-528-0165
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