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Hello, gorgeous

I have been learning violin for about 3 years now. For the past 2 years, I’ve studied with Sarah, my teacher, and she is the best. She has been on the lookout for my “forever” violin. I’m using one from my friend Kevin, and I really want to upgrade to something that sings.

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I was on Craig’s list last week, and happened to find this beauty. It was made by Frank Devoney in Scotland! And it’s 126 years old!

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Sarah came to test it out with me on Saturday morning. There is a lot that needs to be done to it still: new bridge, bow, strings, case, and tuning pegs. But we made a deal and I brought it home with me!

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She sent me this screen shot later, and noted that my violin is made from a historically documented maker! And the detail on the tail is so lovely, it’s a beautiful flower. Maybe a flower from Scotland? Scotland has been such an important part of my year, so this was all meant to be!

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It has already encouraged me to practice. Yippee!!

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