Henry's an extremely knowledgeable violin maker
who takes time to know what's right for each individual customers — what they need and can afford. David Waltman's 10-year-old son, Liam, plays a violin from Bischofberger.
David Waltman, Conductor of the Rainier Symphony |
I have had the great pleasure of knowing Henry for 7 years. Over that time we have purchased instruments and bows as well as having repair work done. His expert knowledge has enabled us to select the perfect instrument and bows for our daughter. We were never rushed into making a decision and at all times were shown the utmost courtesy and kindness. To have a professional violin maker on the Eastside is wonderful. To have that person be Henry is even better. I would never dream of going anywhere else.
Karen Chapman |
We put on the Aronoff Chamber Music Festival and Series at Bastyr University each June. I feel Henry Bischofberger is one of a few really reputable instrument dealers in the area.
I am a private violin and viola instructor and in the Spring I gave a master workshop for viola students and teachers at Henry Bischofberger Violins and will continue again next Spring. It was very successful!
He has an "impressive pedigree" as a Swiss-trained, third-generation violin maker, but more importantly he's got a great instinct of his own for the instruments and bows he chooses to deal in.
I think Henry's shop has a beautiful collection of inventory already since he opened. I am so impressed by the fact that he answers his own phone and does his own work.
Joyce Ramee, Co-Director of The Max Aronoff Viola Institute |
Henry is a staunch supporter of our school's music program - he provided music stands for the school at wholesale.
He knows his business. He's personable, friendly and talented and he knows how to play the violin as well as make and repair them. My daughter, Maialen, plays a viola rented from Henry Bischofberger Violins.
We were his very first customers when he opened his shop on the Eastside!
Peggy Etchevers, Music Coordinator at the nearby International Community School in Kirkland |
