Pietro Guarneri of Mantua express version

About this episode

This episode explores the life and work of Pietro Guarneri of Mantua, highlighting his instruments and working conditions.

This is the life and times of Pietro Guarneri of Mantua. Join me as I explore this lesser-known Guarneri his truly beautiful instruments and his unique working conditions. This is a condensed version of the previous series on Pietro of Mantua if you would like the more elaborate tale I invite you to listen to episodes 29-31.

People in this episode

Host: Linda Lespets

Topics covered

• Pietro Guarneri
• violin making
• musical history
• instrument craftsmanship
• Guarneri family

Keywords

• Pietro Guarneri
• Mantua
• violin
• musical instruments
• craftsmanship
• history

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